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Advancing Ukrainian studies since 1996

09/24/2026

📢 CALL FOR APPLICANTS | Spring 2027 Ukraine Studies Research Fellowship

We invite applications for the Spring 2027 Ukraine Studies Research Fellowship in Washington, D.C.

The four-month fellowship supports scholars affected by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine whose research contributes to Ukrainian studies and international affairs.

📅 Fellowship period: January 15–May 15, 2027
💰 Stipend: $5,000/month ($20,000 total)
✈️ Additional support: If needed, reasonable visa-related expenses and one round-trip ticket to Washington, D.C.
⏰ Application deadline: October 1, 2026

Eligibility: Applicants must hold a PhD or Candidate of Science degree, be currently or previously based in Ukraine, conduct research at the intersection of Ukrainian studies and international affairs, and be professionally fluent in English.

The selected fellow will pursue an independent research project while in residence at IERES, present their research to the IERES community and at the Petrach Program’s Online Conference on April 23, 2027, and participate in relevant university and institute activities. There is no teaching requirement.

Applications should include an English-language CV, a cover letter of no more than two pages outlining the proposed research project and the benefits of a residency at IERES, and contact information for two references.

🔗 Apply here: https://forms.gle/kPy2viNg7jEfWWEb6

Applications are due October 1, 2026.

Please share this opportunity with scholars in your networks who may be interested.

09/17/2026

We were proud to take part in the 9th Ukraine Action Summit in Washington, D.C.

The Summit brought together hundreds of advocates, experts, organizations, and friends of Ukraine from across the United States and beyond for several days of dialogue, networking, and engagement focused on Ukraine’s defense, recovery, and democratic future. As part of the Summit Expo, the Petrach Program had the opportunity to connect with community members, civil society organizations, policy professionals, and others committed to Ukraine’s future.

We are grateful to the American Coalition for Ukraine for bringing this community together and for creating a space to exchange ideas, strengthen partnerships, and keep Ukraine at the center of important conversations in Washington.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to learn more about the Petrach Program and our work at GW!

09/16/2026

On September 14, the Petrach Program on Ukraine, together with Ukraine Aid International, hosted a special conversation with senior leaders from Donetsk Oblast, one of Ukraine’s frontline regions.

We were honored to welcome Yurii Vynokurov, First Deputy Head of the Donetsk Regional State Administration; Oleksii Vorobiov, Head of the Siversk City Military Administration; and Sergii Kaliian, Head of the Bakhmut District Military Administration.

Our guests shared firsthand perspectives on leading communities through wartime realities, including civilian evacuations, humanitarian response, and the maintenance of essential services and critical infrastructure under extraordinary conditions. They also reflected on the resilience of frontline communities and the challenges and hopes shaping Ukraine’s future recovery and rebuilding.

The discussion was moderated by Marshall Mayer, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Ukraine Aid International, and Henry Hale, Director of the Petrach Program on Ukraine, with opening remarks from Henry Hale and Harris Mylonas, Director of the Institute for European, Russian, and Eurasian Studies.

Thank you to our speakers, partners, and everyone who joined us.

09/03/2026

Meet Anhelina Leshak, Program Coordinator of the Petrach Program on Ukraine 🇺🇦

In this Q&A, Anhelina shares how she helps turn the Program’s vision into action, from coordinating events to supporting fellows, managing communications and social media, and building connections across Ukrainian studies, academic, and policy communities.

At the heart of her work is building bridges: between Ukraine and the United States, academia and the policy world, and scholars, students, policymakers, and the broader public.

Anhelina recommends three books that together offer different perspectives on its history, society, and political identity:

📘 Ukraine: The Forging of a Nation by Yaroslav Hrytsak
📘 The Reconstruction of Nations by Timothy Snyder
📘 The Zelensky Effect by Olga Onuch and Henry E. Hale

Swipe through to learn more about Anhelina, her role at the Petrach Program, and her reading recommendations.

08/27/2026

We are proud to share that the Institute for European, Russian, and Eurasian Studies at The George Washington University is now home to a Ukrainian Bookshelf. 🇺🇦

The bookshelf was opened during the recent visit of the First Lady of Ukraine, Олена Зеленська, to GW as part of her initiative to promote Ukrainian literature, language, and culture worldwide.

The collection includes books in Ukrainian, English, and Crimean Tatar, and everyone in the GW community is welcome to borrow them and explore the collection.

The bookshelf is housed at IERES, home of the Petrach Program on Ukraine, and complements GW’s membership in the Global Coalition of Ukrainian Studies.

We extend our sincere thanks to First Lady Olena Zelenska and the Embassy of Ukraine in the USA / Посольство України в США for their support and continued efforts to advance Ukrainian studies and promote Ukrainian culture around the world. 🇺🇦📚

08/21/2026

Join us for a unique conversation with senior leaders from Donetsk Oblast, one of Ukraine’s frontline regions, for a firsthand look at leadership, resilience, and governance during wartime.

Featuring:
Vadym Filashkin — Governor of Donetsk Oblast and Head of the Donetsk Regional State Administration
Sergii Kalian — Head of the Bakhmut District Administration
Oleksiy Vorobiov — Head of the Siversk City Administration

Moderated by Marshall Mayer, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Ukraine Aid International.

Hear directly from leaders serving communities under constant pressure as they navigate civilian protection, evacuations, damaged infrastructure, humanitarian challenges, and the future of rebuilding Ukraine’s frontline communities.

The evening will feature a multimedia presentation, followed by a moderated conversation and audience Q&A. Pizza and refreshments will be provided.

Registration: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/svfjrg5

06/23/2026

We are excited to announce the Ukraine Studies Fellows 2026–2027 cohort of the Petrach Program on Ukraine!

This year’s fellows bring together an inspiring group of scholars and professionals whose work will contribute to a deeper understanding of Ukraine’s history, society, culture, politics, security, and resilience.

Resident Fellows:
Tetiana Khlynina, Oleksandr Romanishyn, Ola (Aleksandra) Hnatiuk, and Yana Volkova.

Non-Resident Fellows:
Tetiana Kurbatova, Andriy Posunko, Vitalii Borymskyi, Iryna Majdanik, Denys Brylov, Nataliya Vinnykova, Serhii Rudko, Katerina Sirinyok-Dolgaryova, Lyudmyla Kolisnyk, Oleh Broyko, Maksym Obrizan, and Ekaterina Batayeva.

We are proud to welcome this outstanding cohort and look forward to the research, conversations, and collaborations they will bring to the program throughout 2026–2027.

Congratulations to all fellows! 🇺🇦

06/18/2026

Meet Dr. Hale, Director of the Petrach Program on Ukraine 🇺🇦

In this Q&A, Dr. Hale shares how he helps steward one of the oldest Ukrainian studies programs in the United States, supporting scholars, organizing public and private events, strengthening academic and policy networks, and helping the next generation better understand Ukraine.

Since 2022, the program has played an especially important role in supporting Ukrainian scholars affected by the war and helping them continue their work under extraordinarily difficult circumstances.

Looking to deepen your understanding of Ukraine? Dr. Hale recommends:

📘 The Zelensky Effect by Olga Onuch and Henry E. Hale
📘 The Gates of Europe by Serhii Plokhy
📘 Russia and Ukraine by Maria Popova and Oxana Shevel

Swipe through to learn more about Dr. Hale’s role, the importance of the Petrach Program, and his reading recommendations.

05/19/2026

Meet the 2025 -2026 Fellows of the Petrach Program on Ukraine 🇺🇦

Our next video features Junior Fellow Ibrahim Muradov, political scientist and Sessional Lecturer at the University of British Columbia.

Dr. Muradov’s work focuses on Eurasian politics, international security, the Russia–Ukraine war, hybrid warfare, and Ukraine’s agency in resisting Russian aggression.

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