Returning to the Chernihiv Regional Scientific Lyceum brought a mix of emotions for the Kent With Ukraine delegation. The school stands as a beacon of hope and resilience amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This visit marked the launch of the Gytha of Wessex Literary Competition, a new initiative designed to connect young people in Kent, England, with their peers in the Chernihiv region through the power of writing. This competition is more than just a contest; it is a brid

Kent With Ukraine Founder Jordan Meade, alongside Kent With Ukraine President Lord Risby, recently visited the Chernihiv Educational and Rehabilitation Centre of the Chernihiv Regional Council. This institution that stands as a powerful symbol of resilience, compassion, and unwavering dedication in the most challenging of circumstances. During the visit, Kent With Ukraine was proud to be able to donate a powerful 2500W charging station to the centre. In a region where power o

At Kent With Ukraine, we have always believed that partnerships are most powerful when they are rooted in people and that is why we have invested a significant amount of time into our school twinning programme . Jordan, Iris, Helen and Derek representing Kent With Ukraine, visited Higham Primary School to deliver a collection of letters and cards — all messages sent by children in Novyi Bilous, Chernihiv region, in response to letters written by students in Kent just a few mo

During a recent visit to Ukraine’s Chernihiv region, Jordan, representing Kent With Ukraine , spent time in the community of Kulykivka , where he received an exceptionally warm welcome from local leaders and residents alike. Despite the ongoing challenges of living under constant threat, the visit offered a powerful insight into the resilience, pride, and determination that continue to define this community. When Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, the

When children from different parts of the world connect, it creates a powerful bond that transcends borders and cultures. Recently, students at Higham Primary School experienced this firsthand by reaching out to their peers in their twin school of Starobilou Lyceum in the village of Novyi Bilous, near Chernihiv, Ukraine. The staff and students Higham Primary School decided to send cards and letters to children in Novyi Bilous. These messages were filled with drawings, kind w

Absolutely heartwarming to see how the books collected in Gravesend are bringing smiles to the children of Chernihiv. We look forward to our continued engagement and to visiting you all again soon.