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An invitation to form a supportive partnership
Dear Friends! Today, Bright Kids Charity is celebrating #Vyshyvanka Day 2021! Vyshyvanka is a fundamental element of Ukrainian traditional wear. We are proudly wearing our #vyshyvankas today to celebrate our culture! On this special day, we wanted to discuss an...
‘Ukrainian charities can be trusted’
'Last week, on Friday, I was honoured to represent Bright Kids at an international conference dedicated to women’s rights and democracy, which was conducted by Maria Rösslhumer and Theresa Bender-Säbelkampf. Human rights activists from Austria, Belarus, Ukraine,...
The sweetest ‘thank you’
The sweetest 'thank you' Bright Kids ever received. Yana, the mother of a child with a disability, completed her hairdressing course, and that means she is one step closer to living a more independent life. We now want to take on a task to equip Yana with the...
Hardships of Ukraine’s most vulnerable
In the meanwhile, the survival mode is on in Ukraine. This is Sasha Lapin, a boy with cerebral palsy, getting his rehabilitation treatment. Such treatment allows children with cerebral palsy to improve their functionality, strength, and endurance. It helps to reduce...
We are a grassroots charity
This adorable four-year-old boy is Tymur Drimanov. He was born with cerebral palsy. He dreams of walking and he is striving towards achieving his goal. Unfortunately, Ukraine lacks adequate support for its most vulnerable people. Many people, especially those living...
‘Wow, this kid has potential.’
By Natalie Blinder. "It happened to me quite a few times. While working or communicating with teenagers from disadvantaged backgrounds, I often caught myself thinking: 'Wow, this kid has potential.’ One was outgoing and could be a great entertainer, another could be...
Human Rights in Ukraine
by Natalie Blinder. Did you know that Ukraine has not implemented 67% of the leading judgments made by the European Court of Human Rights over the last 10 years? There could be multiple reasons for this; but as Ukrainians, we can work towards solutions. What can we...
Support Ukrainian orphanages during the pandemy
Our response efforts for children living at the Sun orphanage in Zaporizhia. Tough times teach us to stay strong and be there for each other. Bright Kids will join the nationwide efforts to battle the virus by donating gloves and antiseptic for the Sun orphanage. You...
Staying positive in isolation
Bright Kids encourages you to take the necessary measures to protect yourself and your loved ones from the coronavirus, COVID-19. Staying at home might not necessarily sound like an interesting experience, however, try to look at positives and use your time...
Sharing my personal story
By Natalie Blinder. I first became interested in social welfare as a child. Growing up in post-Soviet Ukraine, I remember wanting to help children living at a local orphanage. I saw their shabby clothes and unkempt appearance and I thought, ‘this is not fair, it is...