In this new episode of this special series of our podcast, Daryna, a 17-year-old student from central Ukraine, talked with us about the impact of Russia's aggression on Ukrainian women and children, that are particularly vulnerable to violence. Instagram page of the organization «Women's League», where we disseminate information about Russian crimes against women and children: https://www.instagram.com/womensleagueukraine/ The official website of Ukraine, where you can find verified...

In this new episode of this special series of our podcast, we talked with Anna, a student from Poland and Russia that talked to us about her experience with Russian education and propaganda, what the main myths promoted now by Russian outlets and how to counteract disinformation.   Anna Lanina is a Law graduate, now president of The Polish Forum of Young Diplomats. She has moved from Russia to Poland, and found a new home and place there. She's a critical mind and an active citizen, always...

In this new episode of this special series of our podcast, we talked with Nataliia, a Young European Ambassador from Ukraine who introduced us to a particular aspect of this conflict: being a Ukrainian citizen living abroad. Being away from her country in such a difficult time it’s really challenging for what she addresses as “mental health”. Through this interview she opened up to us, showing a new side of this conflict and how deeply it can affect people even from afar. Eventually, she...

It's been three months since Russia's aggression on Ukraine started.  How was it and how is it now? We asked Anna, a young journalist currently living in Ukraine. We talked to her about how her life changed, how misinformation and disinformation are used as weapons and what we can do about it. Anna Fratsyvir is a second-year student in the Bachelor’s of International Communications program at the Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv. Due to her humanities inclination combined with...

More than 11 million people are believed to have fled their homes in Ukraine since Russia's aggression in the country began. While 6.5 are believed to be Internally Displaced People, the rest is not scattered all across Europe and the USA. How does it feel to have to move away from your own home, especially when some members of your family are still in danger? We have asked this Olesia, that fled Ukraine and is now based in Sweden. Who's in the episode? Cătălina Ceban holds a Bachelor’s...

More than 2.5 million Ukrainian refugees have fled to Poland since Russia's aggression to their country started (Updated: 10.04.2022), and, according to the Warsaw Mayor Rafal Trzaskowski, there are some 300,000 in the capital city alone. It is an incredible number of people to welcome and support, so how are Polish people dealing with it? We hear today from Anhelina, an European with a Ukrainian heart, that is volunteering since the refugee crisis started. She'll tell us a bit more about...

Since the start of Russia's aggression to Ukraine, Moldova has been hosting thousands or refugees, offering them first-aid support, shelter, food, and the warmth of Moldovan families. But Moldova is a small country. As of 27 March, Moldovan authorities have reported 381,448 arrivals from Ukraine, of whom 346,735 are Ukrainian refugees and 34,713 third-country nationals. Hosting this number of refugees is a challenge. So, how are people and authorities dealing with it? Maria Victoria, a YEA...

Hello everyone, “Europeans at Heart” is back with another season! In this season Young European Ambassadors will explore different topics from a youth perspective, together with experts and friends. The first episodes will give youth perspective to the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine, while the future episodes will explore youth engagement, the EU and energy, the future of the Eastern Partnership and much more. Want to know more about us? Find more info on our website:...

Azerbaijan is not only a beautiful and culturally rich country but is also a promising member of the Eastern Partnership Initiative. If you are interested in knowing more about the local language, UNESCO world heritage sites and delicious food this is the episode for you! To learn more about EU-Azerbaijan relations visit: https://eeas.europa.eu/headquarters/headquarters-homepage_en/4013/EU-Azerbaijan%20relations%20-%20factsheet and you won’t be disappointed! Want to learn more about...

In this new episode of the ‘Europeans at Heart’ podcast, you will learn more about Armenia, its marvellous traditions, culture and gastronomy, as well as a bit of its History! We started our trip to Armenia with Mariam Hovhannisyan and got to know interesting facts about the country, as well as its rich cuisine, its people, traditions and art.  Later on, Neli Abrahamyan shared very interesting insights about Armenian History and the current political situation, as well as relations with the...

Ukraine is the second largest country in Europe, filled with amazing landscapes, delicious food and hospitable people. The country is extremely rich in culture, the homeland of many artists and always rocking Eurovision! Do you want to know more about Ukraine? Listen to our episode, and find out more about this beautiful country! Robin Kumar is an Italian national of Indian origins, he has recently graduated from St Mary's University Twickenham with a BSc in Criminology and Sociology....

The Republic of Moldova is not only a beautiful and culturally rich country but is also a promising member of the Eastern Partnership Initiative. If you are interested in knowing more about the country language, food, picturesque landscapes and fairytale countryside villages, this is the episode for you! Disclaimer: you might actually want to go straight to book tickets to fly to Moldova, as so are we! If you want to discover more information about Moldova’s relations with the EU, here’s a...

How does disinformation work? How can we fight it? What have been the effects of the pandemic on the spread of fake news? In this special episode of “Europeans at Heart” we discuss all these questions with Elina Lange Ionatamishvili, working at the NATO Communication Centre of Excellence and researching narratives, target audience analysis and strategic communications terminology. Some more links to go deep inside the topic: EUvsDisinfo by EEAS East Stratcom force:...

This episode about Georgia (or Sakartvelo) is the start of the series focusing on the countries of the Eastern Partnership. Today, Nadia Golotchoglou and Vahe Asatryan will discuss with Elene Kobaidze her country’s art scene by getting to know the Georgian music, films, architecture and landscapes. You can find her music and film recommendations below, to best embrace the wondrous landscapes and cultures of the Caucasus region. Listen to this episode to learn more about Georgian...

In this episode, we will be exploring the aims and activities of the Young European Ambassadors based in the UK and in the EU. If after the episode you would like to get more information, visit: https://www.euneighbours.eu/en/east/eu-in-action/youth/yeas 

Have you ever heard about the Eastern Partnership? You might know it's somehow connected to the EU, and some other countries. You can guess it involves some "eastern" partners. But, what else? With this episode, Young European Ambassadors are ready to guide you deep inside the EaP and its countries: you will listen to fun facts, some historical developments and some dates, and much more! But, don't worry: there is no danger you'll fall asleep!

The first episode of a 9-episodes podcast season, coordinated and created by EU-based YEAs, featuring YEAs from all countries. The episode serves as a general introduction to the podcast, the hosts, the YEAs and the Eastern Partnership. Curious about us? Find out more at https://www.euneighbours.eu/en