Leaving Ukraine - One Woman's Story with Anastasia Vladychynska
Episode 78 March 24th, 2022
This is one woman’s story about leaving Ukraine.
We recorded this conversation on March 17th, 2022.
When we chatted, it had been 3 weeks since Russia invaded Ukraine, starting a war that would, as of today 4 weeks after the invasion, displace 10 million people. This includes those moving within Ukraine to safer cities along with the woman and children who could cross borders and seek refuge in other countries. Anastasia is one of them. This is her story of leaving Ukraine.
Tangents Include:
War in the 21st century
Fleeing Ukraine vs. Staying
Can’t find clarity of mind
What we pack
Life at the border
Crossed the border, now what?
Survivor’s guilt
Support for refugees
Connotation of refugee and immigrant
Importance of your network
Putting down temporary roots
Need time to just cry and process
Change in perspective on everything
Who is Anastasia Vladychynska?
Anastasia Vladychynska is a Certified Customer Experience Consultant, founder of Vladychynska Consulting [vladychynska.com], and professor at Kyiv Mohyla Business School.
In March 2022 after Russia invaded Ukraine, Anastasiafled for her safety. She crossed the border to Poland then drove to Italy.
Once safe, Anastasia went straight to work, helping over 100 Ukrainian women find accommodation, jobs and support. Anastasia believes, now more than ever, that your network is one of your most valuable assets.