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Ukrainian singer YAMARYNA has released a new music video filmed in Naples
Ukrainian singer YAMARYNA has released a new music video for the song ‘Vidchuvayu’. According to UA Service HUB, the music video was filmed in Naples — one of the most colourful cities in southern Italy, which has become an important part of the artist’s personal history. Following the outbreak of full-scale war in Ukraine, the singer moved to Italy, where she continues to pursue her creative endeavours and develop her musical career. According to the singer, the song ‘Vidchuvayu’ is dedicated to genuine emotions and the ability to hold on to hope even during the most difficult periods of life. The music video is now available on the singer’s official YouTube channel and marks a new creative chapter in the artist’s career, as she continues to represent Ukrainian music abroad. Listen to the track on all platforms: The single ‘Vidchuvayu’ is now available on Spotify, Apple Music, iTunes, YouTube Music and Deezer: https://social.tunecor. The following people worked on the release: • Videographer: @anastasia.video.alikas (©/anastasia.video.alikas) MUA/HAIR - @•/ m.olga.muh Lyrics: Serhii Pashchenko Music: Arturo Mass @ / mass_productionua Music Production (mixing & mastering): Mass Production.
The BusinessWoman magazine was presented at the MindSpace Forum
As part of the MindSpace Forum psychology conference, which took place on 21 June in Naples and was aimed at providing psychological support and fostering the development of Ukrainians in Italy, a presentation was given on *Business Woman Magazine* and the *Book of Records of Ukraine*. Business Woman Magazine brings together the stories of successful women who, through their own example, inspire others by demonstrating opportunities for professional and personal development. The publication has become a platform for a community of active, goal-oriented people who create new opportunities for themselves and those around them. As a reminder, on 21 June, the first psychological forum for the Ukrainian community — the MindSpace Forum — took place in Naples, providing a space for self-discovery, personal development and mutual support. Psychologists Tetiana Tyshchenko and Iryna Lokazuk, as well as Olena Sukhovii — a nutritionist, health mentor and body therapist — shared their knowledge and practices. The event was organised by the MindSpace project, the Association of Progressive Ukrainian Women in Italy, CRASA APS and the Lalla Club community of Ukrainian women.
The first psychological forum for Ukrainians, the MindSpace Forum, took place in Naples
On 21 June, Naples hosted the first psychological forum for the Ukrainian community — the MindSpace Forum — which provided a unique space for self-discovery, personal development and mutual support. The event brought together dozens of participants, who were given the opportunity to step back from the whirlwind of everyday life, listen to themselves and take a step towards inner change. The forum was not merely a series of lectures and meetings, but a genuine journey of self-discovery, a re-evaluation of one’s own beliefs and a search for new opportunities for growth. Throughout the day, participants worked on their mindsets, discovered new resources, and discussed inner strength and ways to overcome life’s challenges. The atmosphere of openness and trust fostered sincere conversations, emotional experiences and new connections. Psychological exercises and talks by female experts played a key role in the programme. Psychologists Tetiana Tyshchenko and Iryna Lokazuk, along with Olena Sukhovii — a nutritionist, health mentor and body therapist — shared their knowledge and experience. The forum was organised by the MindSpace project, the Association of Progressive Ukrainian Women in Italy, CRASA APS and the Lalla Club Ukrainian Women’s Community. As Oleksandr Mesetsko, the event organiser and head of MindSpace—the community of Ukrainian psychologists in Italy—explained, the main aim of the event was to create a safe space where everyone could feel supported and connected to the community. “I see our people here in Italy every day. I see how much energy we expend just to keep going, to work, to help our families and simply not to give up. Life has forced us to become incredibly strong. But sometimes this strength can be very exhausting. This event is like a warm, comforting embrace, which we all so often miss when we’re far from home. We organised this so that everyone who walked into the hall would feel warmth and support, and remember that they are not alone on their journey,” said Oleksandr Mesechko. “Our association, CRASA APS, responded immediately to the request to organise such an event. We understand how difficult it is to find your way in a foreign country, and such psychological support is essential, even if many people cannot admit this even to themselves,” said Zhanna Zhukova, president of the CRASA APS association and representative of Business Woman Magazine in southern Italy. The forum also featured a presentation by Business Woman Magazine and the Ukrainian Book of Records, whilst participants discussed investment prospects, professional development and new opportunities for the Ukrainian community in Italy. “The MindSpace Forum is about support, self-fulfilment and a new life. And this is just the beginning,” emphasise the organisers. The first MindSpace Forum became a significant event for Ukrainians in Naples and across southern Italy, confirming the community’s high demand for psychological support, personal development and the creation of a space for mutual support.
The World Congress of Ukrainians summit took place in Switzerland
The World Congress of Ukrainians summit took place in Bern, bringing together representatives of the diaspora, volunteers, experts and supporters around a common goal: to strengthen concrete support for Ukraine. The session focused on a central theme: the unity and resilience of the global Ukrainian community in the face of contemporary international challenges. Representatives of the Ukrainian diaspora from various continents shared their own experiences — ranging from cultural diplomacy and combating disinformation to working with the media and supporting youth organisations. As noted by UA Service HUB, among the speakers was a representative of the Italian diaspora — Dmytro Shchukin, President of NAU (Network Associazioni per Ucraina) — who shared his many years of experience in the work of associations and the implementation of campaigns in support of Ukraine. Shchukin explained that, unfortunately, in Italy, the space for Ukrainians to have their voices heard in the media remains limited. “Often, experts who until 2022 didn’t even know where Ukraine was located are now telling Ukrainians how to live in their own country,” he noted. In his view, both the challenge and the path to overcoming it are quite clear: it is necessary to break out of the Ukrainian information bubble, build a systematic dialogue with political institutions, and develop communication capable of reaching those who actually make decisions. “This is not a criticism. It is a diagnosis and, at the same time, a direction to follow,” he concluded. In turn, Volodymyr Kogutak, UWC Vice-President for Western Europe, emphasised the importance of strengthening Ukrainian youth organisations as future leaders of the global Ukrainian community. Dzvinka Kachur, UWC Vice-President for Africa, emphasised that Ukrainian culture has a real influence even on the African continent: Ukrainian communities are not merely present there, but are actively engaged in advocacy through cultural initiatives. Myroslava Kerik, President of the Casa Ukraine Foundation, drew attention to the information war being waged by Russia, spreading stereotypes about Ukrainians in Poland, Moldova and Romania, as well as to the crucial role of the diaspora in countering these narratives. Marianna Tretyak, President of the American Coalition for Ukraine, reminded the audience that there are people in every corner of the US ready to support Ukraine. The main task is to find them, engage them and turn them into active allies. The best summary of the entire session came from Pavlo Grod, President of the Ukrainian World Congress: “Unity has many faces. But we are all united by a shared responsibility towards Ukraine. Together, we are a strong and united global Ukrainian community.”
UA Service HUB presented at the Ukrainian Book Festival in Milan
As part of the Second Ukrainian Book Festival in Milan, the UA Service HUB platform was presented during a panel discussion as a promising digital tool for finding and connecting Ukrainian professionals abroad. The initiative sparked interest among both the panellists and festival guests, highlighting the importance of developing professional Ukrainian networks in an international context. As a reminder, the Second Ukrainian Book Festival in Milan took place on 30–31 May — a major international cultural event that brought together Ukrainian and Italian audiences around literature, art, photography, fashion and intercultural dialogue. Over the course of two days, the historic Villa Scheibler became a space for the Ukrainian word, creativity and international cooperation. The festival was attended by around thirty Ukrainian authors from various European countries, as well as nearly twenty Ukrainian and Italian publishing houses. The programme featured book presentations, creative meetings, discussions, exhibitions and cultural initiatives aimed at promoting Ukrainian culture abroad. Business Woman magazine served as the festival’s media partner and was prominently featured in the event’s programme. Nadiya Bereziuk, director of the magazine’s Italian office, played a significant role in organising the event and also moderated a series of panel discussions on cultural diplomacy, women’s leadership and international communication. One of the key events was the panel discussion ‘The Global Voice of Ukrainian Women: Leadership, Media and Women’s Diplomacy in Times of Change’. It was attended by the directors of the magazine’s international offices in Italy, Germany, Portugal, Hungary and Slovenia. The participants discussed the role of women’s leadership in the face of global challenges, the development of Ukrainian communities abroad, and the significance of the media as a tool of cultural diplomacy. During the discussion, Zhanna Zhukova, President of the CRASA APS association, also presented the charity project “Calendar of Ukrainian Women in Italy”, aimed at supporting and raising the profile of active Ukrainian women in Europe, and spoke about the UA Service HUB platform. The festival was organised by Biblioteca Ukraina Più – Milano and Ucraina Più – Milano. The festival once again confirmed that Ukrainian books and cultural initiatives remain a powerful tool for international dialogue, the preservation of identity, and the unification of Ukrainians in various countries around the world. As a reminder, in March, the UA Service HUB platform, as a project of the CRASA APS association, was presented at a forum in Rimini. The UA Service Hub platform (work.crasa.team) allows professionals to create their own profile, showcase their services, upload a portfolio and start promoting themselves without significant costs. The service is geared towards both offline services in Italy and online work across Europe, which significantly expands opportunities for users. The platform’s developers and representatives of the CRASA APS association are calling on Ukrainian professionals currently working in Italy to join the service today. Registering on the work.crasa.team website opens up the opportunity to effectively promote their services in the near future, not only within the Ukrainian community but also among Italian clients.
Ukrainian Book Festival in Milan brings together writers, publishers and cultural figures
On 30–31 May, Milan successfully hosted the Second Ukrainian Book Festival — a major international cultural event that brought together Ukrainian and Italian audiences around literature, art, photography, fashion and meaningful intercultural dialogue. Over the course of two days, the historic Villa Scheibler became a space for the Ukrainian word, culture, creativity and international cooperation. This year, the festival brought together around thirty Ukrainian authors from Ukraine, Italy, Germany, Portugal, Hungary, Slovenia, Poland and other European countries, as well as nearly twenty Ukrainian and Italian publishing houses. The event’s programme featured book presentations, creative meetings, discussions, exhibitions and cultural initiatives aimed at promoting Ukrainian culture abroad. Business Woman magazine served as the festival’s media partner and was prominently featured in the event’s programme. Nadiya Bereziuk, director of Business Woman magazine’s office in Italy, played a key role in organising the festival. It is thanks to her active involvement, many years of work with the Ukrainian community and the development of cultural initiatives that the Ukrainian voice continues to be heard far beyond the borders of the homeland. Nadiya moderated important discussions on cultural diplomacy, women’s leadership and international communication. One such key event was the panel discussion ‘The Global Voice of Ukrainian Women: Leadership, Media and Women’s Diplomacy in Times of Change’, which featured the directors of the magazine’s international offices: Nadiya Bereziuk (Italy), Oksana Shoorlemmer (Germany), Anna Voronova (Portugal), Kristina Giresh (Hungary), Galina Malovšek (Slovenia) and Zhanna Zhukova (Italy, Naples). The participants discussed the role of women’s leadership in the face of global challenges, the development of Ukrainian international communities, cultural diplomacy and the importance of the media as a tool for supporting Ukraine in the world. As part of this discussion, Zhanna Zhukova, President of the CRASA APS association, also spoke about the charity project ‘Calendar of Ukrainian Women in Italy’, which offers successful and active Ukrainian women an opportunity to make their mark. In addition, the UA SERVICE HUB platform was discussed as a promising and powerful tool for finding Ukrainian specialists abroad. The festival was organised by Biblioteca Ukraina Più – Milano and “Ucraina Più – Milano”. Such events once again demonstrate how important lively dialogue, cooperation and mutual support are for Ukrainians around the world. The second Ukrainian Book Festival has once again confirmed that Ukrainian books remain not only a cultural heritage but also a powerful tool for preserving national identity, fostering international dialogue and uniting Ukrainians in different corners of the world.
Republic Day: free entry to Italy's national museums
On Tuesday, 2 June 2026, Italy will celebrate the 80th anniversary of Republic Day. To mark the occasion, the country’s Ministry of Culture is offering free admission to all state museums, archaeological parks, monuments and villas. These include the Uffizi and the Accademia Gallery in Florence, the National Art Gallery of Bologna, the Royal Palace of Caserta, Pompeii, the Royal Palace of Naples, the Colosseum and the Etruscan Museum at Villa Giulia in Rome, Ostia Antica and the Villa d’Este in Tivoli. According to UA service HUB, free tickets can be obtained at the museum ticket office on the day of your visit or via online booking. For example, the Royal Palace of Caserta has made a number of tickets available on the TicketOne platform from 26 May. You can also use the Musei Italiani portal or the app of the same name. A list of state-run sites participating in the Festa della Repubblica initiative on 2 June is available on the Ministry of Culture’s website. Please note that on Sunday 7 June, admission to Italy’s national museums will also be free.
Embroidery festival: Ukrainian culture unites community in Italy
On 23 May, the picturesque town of Merano hosted a warm and heartfelt Vyshyvanka Festival, organised by representatives of the C.R.A.S.A. APS association. The event was a true celebration of unity and a reminder of the importance of preserving Ukrainian traditions, roots and cultural heritage, even far from the homeland. Ukrainians from various regions of Italy took part in the event, creating an atmosphere of support, warmth and mutual love. Guests had the opportunity to visit an exhibition of antique embroidered shirts, a fair featuring handmade goods, and to immerse themselves in Ukrainian traditions through lively conversation and cultural activities. Particular attention was drawn to the charity project ‘Calendar of Solidarity. Ukrainian Women in Italy’, aimed at supporting important initiatives for Ukraine. The highlight of the event was a fashion show featuring the ‘Mama’s Shirt’ collection by Oksana Shoorlemmer — a modern reinterpretation of Ukrainian embroidery in elegant designs. The event was made all the more emotional by a musical performance from YAMARYNA, whose renditions of Ukrainian and original songs created a special atmosphere of sincerity and unity. As noted by the event’s organiser, Ukrainian journalist Nadiya Bereziuk, who is also a representative of the CRASA association, such events help to promote Ukrainian culture in Italy and create a space where Ukrainians feel at home. “The festival has proven once again: Ukrainian culture is alive and inspiring,” adds Nadiya Bereziuk. It is worth noting that the event’s partner is Business Women magazine.
Vyshyvanka Day: Ukrainians from different cities of Italy organised a flash mob
Today marks Vyshyvanka Day. In the run-up to the event, Ukrainians from various cities across Italy took to the streets to remind the world once again of their culture, identity and resilience. Activists and communities from Trento, Merano, Rome and Naples joined the initiatives. The patterns on the vyshyvanka are the outward expressions of our soul. Sometimes our heart is stitched with cross-stitch, sometimes mended with black thread. But despite everything, it blossoms. Just as strong, beautiful and unbreakable. Even when worn abroad, the vyshyvanka is a reminder of who we are. “Today, the Ukrainian community in Merano, to mark the 20th anniversary of Vyshyvanka Day, is supporting Business Woman magazine’s initiative — ‘The Ukrainian Vyshyvanka Supports the World’. The community of Naples and the CRASA APS association have also joined the campaign,” notes Nadiya Bereziuk, director of the Italian office of Business Woman magazine. The community of Trento — the Associazione culturale degli ucraini in Trentino RASOM APS, whose president is Book World Records holder Stefania Shmits — also took part in the campaign. Incidentally, another event is scheduled for 21 May at 7.00 pm in the centre of Naples – the ‘Dateci le Ali’ association is inviting people to a flash mob at the Galeria Umberto near the Toledo metro station. “Let’s put on our festive embroidered shirts to remind everyone once again of the culture, traditions and unbreakable spirit of the Ukrainian people,” the announcement reads.