• 141. We Stand With Ukraine: Titanic Courage: Iryna Kompanets' Story of Resilience

  • Jul 4 2024
  • Length: 1 hr and 1 min
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141. We Stand With Ukraine: Titanic Courage: Iryna Kompanets' Story of Resilience

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  • Guest BIO: Iryna Kompanets is a Ukrainian academic, research fellow, and mother who fled with her daughter Hanna on March 4, 2022, following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. She plans to return to Ukraine to aid in its rebuilding once the war concludes. Born in Kyiv, Ukraine, Iryna earned her PhD in Biochemistry from Taras Shevchenko National University in Kyiv. She has previously served as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biochemistry at her alma mater and as a Docent at the university. Currently, Iryna is a Research Fellow at Ruhr University of Bochum, a public research university located in the southern hills of the central Ruhr area in Germany. ShowNotes: **Surviving and Striving: A Ukrainian Refugee's Journey Through War and Resilience** In this powerful episode of the Social Psychic Radio Show, hosted by Jason Zuk and Guest Co-Host Dr. Sergiy Borysov, the spotlight is on supporting Ukraine through the compelling story of Iryna Kompanets, a Ukrainian academic and research fellow. Iryna shares her harrowing escape to Germany with her daughter during Russia's invasion of Ukraine and discusses the immense challenges they faced as refugees. The episode highlights the resilience of Ukrainians, the critical need for international aid, and the importance of collaboration with Western institutions to sustain Ukraine's educational and societal framework. This conversation underscores the global necessity to support Ukraine's fight for survival, freedom, and peace, showcasing the indomitable spirit of Ukrainians in the face of adversity. 00:00 Welcome to the Social Psychic Radio Show 01:16 Introduction of Guest: Irina Kompanets 02:30 Irina's Harrowing Escape from Ukraine 07:53 Life as a Refugee in Germany 13:02 The Emotional Toll of War 21:52 Support from Germany and the West 29:15 Collaborative Efforts for Ukrainian Education 29:59 Launching Wet Laboratory Practicals 30:12 Training Initiative in Germany 31:03 Creating Educational Videos 31:17 Expanding the Project with DAAD 32:17 Collaboration Between Universities 32:45 Interactive and Bilingual Learning 33:57 Resilience in Education During War 40:58 The Importance of Donations 49:37 Ukrainian Resilience and Support 52:07 Titanic People: Songs of War 57:04 Final Thoughts and Gratitude Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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