“This experience changed my thinking. It broke the “walls” in my mind, gave me a wider view of the world. It’s not just about improving English – it’s about growing as a person. I started at A1 level and wanted to reach B2, but I couldn’t afford courses. Most importantly, it gave me Robin,” - Liana.
After 2 years of weekly calls, Liana and her ENGin volunteer Robin finally met in Budapest. From nervous first hellos to teary-eyed hugs, they spent two unforgettable days together — proof that online connections can grow into lifelong friendships. 💙💛
We are very grateful for your support of Ukraine 🇺🇦 If anyone else would like to support Ukraine but is unable to visit, ENGin is an online volunteering program where you can spend one hour a week practicing English with Ukrainians.
When we launched this project, our dream was simple yet ambitious – to share the beauty of Ukrainian with the world, through a professional, structured, and welcoming space.🙌
🇺🇦 On the eve of Ukraine’s Independence Day, we’ve got something to celebrate together: over 3,000 lessons of our ENGin: Speak Ukrainian program have already taken place! 😍
Ethan joined ENGin in June 2023, not expecting that within a year he’d teach English to children in a Ukrainian village and become a “supervolunteer.” Starting with 1 student, his passion grew; soon he was mentoring six, connecting online and in person in Canada, Poland, and Ukraine: #supportUkraine
All profits help keep our program running for thousands of Ukrainians! So, wear it, share, and let the world see how you’re helping Ukrainian voices bloom. 💛💙
We’re excited to introduce our new sunflower merch, designed to do more than look good! These new designs, inspired by our amazing volunteer interviewer Ava See, are a symbol of the conversations you’ve had, the friendships you’ve built, and the voices you’ve helped grow at ENGin 🌍💬 Browse here:
What if retirement didn’t mean slowing down? Read our full story about Donna, Christine, and Jim who found purpose through ENGin, connecting with Ukrainians, building friendships, and making a global impact from home:
“It was an incredible experience to see each other beyond the screen, and I’m so grateful we were able to make it happen. I can’t imagine my life without knowing Vita, and I’m so grateful to be able to call her such a close friend,” Jackie said.
When Jackie first met her ENGin student Vita in August 2021, it all began with a screen and a simple "Hi!" Weekly chats soon blossomed into a genuine friendship. Fast forward to Vita visiting the U.S., just 20 minutes from Jackie. #volunteering #volunteeringonline #volunteerUkraine
The 2025 ENGin Photo Contest celebrates creativity & ENGin’s impact on people, communities and Ukraine’s future. From many entries, 7 winners stood out — 1 by audience vote. Meet them and see the stories that moved us all:
Though words feel small in the face of such loss, we send them with love, truth, and the hope that one day, life without russian terror will no longer be a dream but a lasting reality for every Ukrainian.
This was not an isolated day, as in July alone, russia launched a record 6,297 drones across Ukraine. That’s 31 out of 31 days of air raid sirens, destruction, fear, and unimaginable grief. We mourn with our Ukrainian community and grieve every life stolen.
💔 Our hearts are with Kyiv and every Ukrainian city under fire. On July 31, russia launched a horrific missile and drone attack on Kyiv, killing at least 31 people and injuring 159, including children. It was one of the deadliest assaults on Ukraine’s capital since the full-scale invasion’s start.
En route to her youth-film debut in Manchester, Mariia stopped in London to meet her ENGin buddy David, who had helped her boost her confidence in English. While she initially joined ENGin for the language skills, she discovered much more — an opportunity for cultural exchange and a real friendship.
We’re incredibly grateful to @novaukraine.org for making this program possible. Your ongoing support is helping build a stronger, more resilient educational community in Ukraine. 💙💛
We’re excited to mark the midpoint of the 2nd cohort of ENGin for Educators, a program helping Ukrainian English language teachers grow their English skills, boost confidence, bring fresh ideas into their classrooms & develop professionally so they can better support their students across Ukraine.
ENGin student Lisa shares about key moments from thousands of years of Ukraine’s rich and resilient history, making it easy to learn, reflect, and be inspired in just a few minutes:
In 2024, Meg moved to Ukraine and began volunteering at the Angelia Clinic. "...I met incredible people like Yuriy, Antonina, Serhiy, Valentina, and Polina. They welcomed me with generosity and care—offering warm clothing, meals, and, of course, endless tea and soup."
Meg shares about her visit to Lera in Lviv: "That first trip changed me. I had come to teach, but I became the student. ENGin made all of this possible—it created a bridge across continents and offered me a rare and meaningful opportunity to connect, learn, and grow."
Meg joined ENGin just to help Ukrainians practice English, but now she’s living in Ukraine, working as a combat medic, and building lifelong friendships. 🇺🇸🤝🇺🇦 Read her powerful story:
After moving from Kyiv to New York, Anastasia Gudko noticed the mislabeling of Ukrainian and Eastern European artists as “russian” in American museums and founded a nonprofit Borshch of Art in 2024 to research and honor Ukrainian heritage. Register for her inspiring ENGin talk on July 24 @ 1pm ET:
Appreciate you sharing! Excited to be part of the Bluesky journey :)
Thank you for sharing your experience. Grateful to have you in the community.
For an ENGin student Vadym, English language became his way to heal, honor a fallen friend, and connect with the world during his darkest moments. The ENGin Team is glad to be able to help the Ukrainian military through English language practice, which brings both support and new opportunities.
This day honors this legacy, despite attempts to claim or erase it. This is a powerful reminder: Ukraine exists, endures, and will not be erased.
After Ukraine's 1917-1921 independence fight was crushed, Soviet rule brought tragedies like the 1932-1933 Holodomor famine, forced russification, and brutal repression of Ukrainian identity. The kremlin’s goal has always been clear: to erase the Ukrainian nation. But it failed.
Since 988, when Prince Volodymyr the Great brought Christianity to Kyivan Rus, Ukraine has been deeply connected to Europe through faith, culture, and diplomacy. Kyivan Rus stood as a beacon of European heritage, and Muscovy (later russia) tried to claim that legacy to appear more European.
Today, Ukrainians celebrate Statehood Day, honoring over a millennium of history, culture, and resilience. Ukraine’s roots go back much further than 1991:
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