Congratulations to the new winners of the «Talents for Ukraine» program from the KSE Foundation! This week, we are excited to introduce you to outstanding cultural figures who have captivated not only Ukraine but the entire world with their talent.
⭐️Volodymyr Mula is a laureate of the highest American television award, a member of the Ukrainian Film Academy. He promotes Ukrainian culture on the international stage and collaborates with global media companies. He gained popularity through his films «American Dream» and «UKE | The Untold Story of Hockey Legends», the latter of which became the highest-grossing film in Ukrainian cinema. His project «Football Must Go On» received the 2023–2024 Sports Emmy® Award. He is working on the «Fields of WAR» documentary, which explores the connection between soldiers and football players during the war.
«We must stop dividing Ukrainians based on geographical location and learn to see absolutely EVERYONE as one great nation», comments Volodymyr.
⭐️Mariia Prydma is the CEO of Litosvita, a School of Creative and Professional Writing dedicated to the development of Ukrainian culture and education. She is the co-founder of a platform where 20,000 students have received education, and over 200 graduates have successfully published their books. Mariia promotes Ukrainian culture through informal education and the creation of various projects, such as courses on writing, editing, screenwriting, and more. She is also actively engaged in swimming, participates in competitions, and sets ambitious goals for herself, such as competing in the OCEANMAN swim.
«It’s essential to always remember that you are capable of more. However, allowing yourself to be weak is perfectly normal», emphasizes Maria.
⭐️Sergiy Maidukov is a Ukrainian illustrator known for his unique style, which deeply reflects social and political themes. He collaborates with Zeit, The Economist, The Guardian, The New Yorker, The Washington Post, and The New York Times. One of his most notable projects is the art book Zahrava, which documents the war in Ukraine from the beginning of the invasion to the May 2023 attacks. Sergiy is also the author of the art book KYIV by Sergiy Maidukov—a visual history dedicated to significant places in Kyiv.
«Running is my main source of energy, and I draw inspiration from the recognition and value of my work», says Serhiy.
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