stories | Humans of Kyiv

Yana and Chris, founders of the Foodies agency

"The institute of volunteering, in general, is an interesting experience. If a person agrees to it, it will pay off."

Ludmyla and Oleksandr

"For now, our favorite district of Kyiv is Hidropark. It is the greenest one. We spend here all our weekends as we dance here."

Zhenia Gorban, musician, punk coffee consultant

"Eight years have passed since I left my home and stopped communicating with my parents."

Ilja Rákoš, the priest

"I believe there are no shortcuts—things that endure needing time to develop. That the arc of the universe bends toward justice."

Kostya, Nika and Makariy, "Birdhouse" eco-space

"After the Revolution of Dignity, people in Ukraine felt that they could change something independently. It is important to feel involved."

Oleksandr Grekhov, illustrator

"If I created an illustration about Kyiv, I would certainly include the notary signs and the currency exchanges."

Humans of Kyiv