Reviving the Spirit, Confronting the Crisis: Austausch at Helsinki+50
At the Helsinki+50 high-level conference on 31 July 2025, hosted by the OSCE Chairpersonship of Finland, Austausch e. V. helped put these values back at the centre of international debate — not as nostalgic reference, but as a call to action.
It’s Ability! Fostering the Integration of Caregivers for Persons with Disabilities among Ukrainian Refugees in Germany, Poland, and Lithuania
We are launching a new project, developed through the joint efforts of three organizations: Austausch e.V. and the INKuLtur programme (Berlin), the Lithuanian Disability Forum (Vilnius), and our partners in Poland. Since 2022, we have been supporting Ukrainian families with disabilities — and now we are starting a shared initiative to make this support more accessible and effective.
Austaush at the “Mutual Learning Event for Beneficiaries: Driving Innovation to Address the Societal Consequences of Russia’s War of Aggression Against Ukraine in the EU Countries” in Warsaw
On May 13–14, we joined a crucial European gathering that brought together organizations from across the EU to explore how to effectively respond to the social challenges caused by Russia’s war against Ukraine.
Inclusion in Action: INKuLtur at the Global Disability Summit 2025
Inclusion is not just a promise — it’s a reality in the making. The INKuLtur programme team had the honour of participating in the Global Disability Summit 2025, which took place on April 2–3 in Berlin. This landmark gathering was co-hosted by the International Disability Alliance (IDA), the Government of Germany, and the Government of Jordan, and brought together more than 3,000 influential voices from around the world.
How to Feed Birds Properly: An Ecological Initiative in the Dniester Landscape Park (Ukraine)
Feeding birds is not only an act of care but also a responsibility. The wrong choice of food or improper feeding habits can harm our feathered friends. That’s why participants of two excursions to the Dniester Landscape Park, organized by Drukarnya in collaboration with the Veteran Center “New Wings,” took part in a unique event dedicated to responsible bird feeding. Around 40 people, including children, teenagers, families, and veterans of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, joined these trips.
Austausch Standing with Ukraine in Times of Challenge
From the very beginning, Austausch has been committed to supporting Ukraine. Since our founding in 1992, we have been working on projects in Ukraine, fostering dialogue, cooperation, and strengthening civil society. Today, as Ukraine continues to fight for its freedom and future, our support remains unwavering.
Georgia Talk: Democracy & Resistance
On February 26th at 18:00, Austausch warmly invites you to Georgia Talk—a panel discussion followed by an informal gathering with Georgian food and wine.
IN MY ROOM – Vernissage & Fundraiser, аn evening of art, conversation, and music with Feli & Pepita
The opening night of IN MY ROOM, a photography exhibition by artist duo Feli & Pepita on March 1st!
Environmental Education Through Theater: Supporting Eco-Theater in Ukraine
From December 6 to 8, Ukraine hosted a unique eco forum-theater, which our organization, Austausch, was honored to support. The event was organized by the Civil Society Center “Drukarnia,” founded by us in Sloviansk in 2019. Despite challenges, “Drukarnia” relocated to Ivano-Frankivsk in 2022 and continues to implement important initiatives.
The presentation of the “Places of Transition” exhibition and the panel discussion
Thank you to everyone who joined us at “Withered landscapes? Eastern European perspectives on the transformation of public space after 1989”!
