Volunteer Programs in Ukraine | GoAbroad.com
Ласкаво просимо! (Welcome!) Despite being a huge country, most people know little about Ukraine. Two facts, however, are relatively well known: Potatoes and borsch (beet soup) are their staples; and Ukraine was the site of the infamous Chernobyl nuclear disaster in 1986. However, there is SO much more to Ukraine than this, from the beaches in the south to the Carpathian Mountains in the West to the beautiful Crimean Peninsula in the south. Those who are bold enough to volunteer abroad in Ukraine will be glad they did!
Ukraine is a beautiful country in Eastern Europe full of rolling hills and interesting people. Throughout different “oblasts” or regions, you will find an eclectic mix of cultures. Here are the best places to volunteer in Ukraine.
Kiev. The capital of Ukraine lies in the northern central area on the Dnieper River, and it’s a popular place for volunteers interested in helping the youth. History buffs will rejoice here with the eclectic architecture from the UNESCO sites of the St. Sophia Cathedral and the Kiev Pechersk Lavra to the landmarks of the Mariyinsky Palace and the Golden Gate. Stroll through the botanical gardens under a canopy of lilac trees or explore the Museum of The History of Ukraine in World War II.
Lviv. The cultural center and number-one tourist destination of Ukraine lies in the western area. With hundreds of festivals and dozens of museums and theatres, you’ll live and breathe the artsiness of this fine country. The city fuses together layers of Polish, Austrian, Jewish, Hungarian, Armenian history, which makes for extraordinary culinary delights and architectural sites that are sure to please.
Odessa. This seaport lies on terraced hills in the south overlooking the coast of the Black Sea and was founded by Catherine the Great, a Russian Empress. Here you’ll discover pastel neoclassical buildings and Mediterranean-styled architecture. Mosey through the gardens, soak in the sun on the Arkadia beach, and relax on a cafe’s terrace.
