We are delighted to announce that Dr. Halyna Hrynyshyn, CEO of the Society, War
and Recovery Research Centre, has received official recognition from Community
Worcester for her exceptional voluntary commitment to the Ukrainian community in
Worcestershire.
For the past two years, Dr. Hrynyshyn has been at the forefront of supporting
displaced Ukrainian families who relocated due to the war. Her work has focused on:
Strategic Integration: Facilitating the transition of families into the local community.
Essential Service Navigation: Connecting relocated individuals with critical
healthcare, education, and social services.
Cultural Bridge-Building: Overcoming language barriers and fostering mutual
understanding.
This recognition celebrates the tangible impact of building bridges between cultures.
Dr. Hrynyshyn’s work embodies the core mission of our Centre: understanding the
human dimensions of war and facilitating resilient recovery.
“The resilience and strength I’ve witnessed in the Ukrainian community has been
truly inspiring,” says Dr. Hrynyshyn. “Every small step we take together – whether
it’s helping with language barriers or connecting families to local resources – makes a
real difference in the journey of integration.”
The award was presented by The Right Worshipful The Mayor of Worcester and
Councillor Dr. Matt Lamb. At the Society, War and Recovery Research Centre, we
believe that academic expertise must be paired with direct community action to truly
understand and drive recovery.
