Help for Ukrainian Musicians
online resource hub about support opportunities
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This online resource hub provides continually updated information on initiatives supporting Ukrainian musicians affected by the war in Ukraine - both those in Ukraine and those who have fled - including professional musicians, music industry professionals (music managers, sound engineers, etc.), music scholars, music students, amateur musicians (children), and music teachers.
It is intended for Ukrainian musicians as a central, one-stop information portal which they can consult to find out more about support opportunities in various countries.
It also seeks to connect the people coordinating the support initiatives - both for inspiration and to help realise synergies and facilitate cooperation across organisations and countries.
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Residencies
Residencies
Where: Various European countries
Coordinating organisation: Artists at Risk // artistsatrisk.org
ARTISTS at RISK (AR) is a non-profit organization at the intersection of human rights and the arts. Since 2013 AR has been collaborating with arts non-profits and government funders to assist artists who are at risk politically and fleeing oppression and war in 26 locations in 19 countries globally. In coordination with partners and other networks, we are building a horizontal network of AR-Safe Havens around the world, as a global advocate for art practitioners at risk. Since 2013, the AR network has grown to over 26 AR-Residences across 19 countries – from Finland, Germany and Spain to Tunisia and the Ivory Coast.
Contact: directors@artistsatrisk.org // Contact: ukraine-applications@artistsatrisk.org if you have any questions or concerns.
For all artists and cultural workers fleeing Ukraine: you can apply for emergency temporary relocation and accommodation on this website: artistsatrisk.org by filling out an application form.
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Where: Slovenia
Coordinating organisation: Krušče Creative Center
Krušče Creative Center is offering residencies for artists who have been displaced due to the war in Ukraine. The period from April 12th to May 24th is available for one week to six weeks stays for individuals and families. Priority will be given to professionals from the field of performing arts and families/artists with children. Unfortunately we can’t cover the travel expenses and living costs of the residents, but can provide assistance in applying for the temporary protection for displaced persons from Ukraine status and funds. We’re open for residency requests in other periods as long as there are available places.
Contact: Apply to krusce@gmail.com.Send us your bio and reasons for application. The selection process will go through Krušče Creative Center board. Priority criteria: performing arts field, families/artists with children.
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Where: Latvia
Coordinating organisation: Sansusī
Sansusi are providing residency space for Ukrainian artists. They can offer a space for two artists with or without families (2 rooms for 4 people). They also have a stage space and grand piano that can be used. Sansusī are also offering a program for young creatives (18-30 years) through their Europe volunteering program (for up to 1 year) – they are offering this opportunities to artists and non artists from Ukraine.
Contact: Please send your application via email to rezidences@sansusi.lv
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Where: Finland
Coordinating organisations:
Frame Contemporary Art, Finland // https://frame-finland.fi/en/emergency-residencies/
HIAP – Helsinki International Artist Programme, Finland
Connecting Points Programme, Finland
Saari Residence, Finland
These organisations are offering residencies for free in Finland to Ukrainian artists in need. The residencies are located in Helsinki at the residence of HIAP – Helsinki International Artist Programme and in Mynämäki, Southwest Finland, at the Saari Residence. The residency covers the travel and living costs of the residents. The residency period can last from 1 week up to 3 months. The family residency can be extended to four people.
Contact: For more information email: ukraineaid@hiap.fi
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Where: France
Coordinating organisation: French Ministry of Culture / Agency of Artists in Exile
The French government has announced a €1 million ($1.1 million) relief fund for Ukrainian artists and arts workers displaced by the Russian invasion. “The emergency reception program will finance Ukrainian artists and cultural professionals and their families for a period of three months, via the Pause program, [consisting of] residencies within the network of public establishments of the ministry and through the Cité internationale des arts [an artist-in-residence building in Paris],” the ministry’s statement said. About €750,000 ($826,000) is dedicated to an emergency telephone service offered in both Ukrainian and Russian in collaboration with the organization Agency of Artists in Exile, which supports imperiled artists through networking with regional professionals and studio space opportunities.
Contact for the help hotline:
+ 33 6 95 75 68 52 (WhatsApp, Viber)
soutienartistesukrainiens@aa-e.org
У рамках окупаційної війни в Україні, Ательє артистів у вигнанні у Франції (Париж, Марсель) відкриває гарячу лінію для українських художників:
+33 6 95 75 68 52 (WhatsApp, Viber)
soutienartistesukrainiens@aa-e.org
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Funding
Funding
Where: Poland
Coordinating organisation: ZAiKS Society of Authors / CISAC
They launched a financial support fund for Ukrainian people of culture and their families, and made the Houses of Creative Work (Konstancin, near Warsaw) available as a place of temporary - up to a month – stay for them and their families (accommodation and food free of charge). Since the beginning of war they have been in contact with colleagues from sister societies NGO UACRR and CINEMA management, who are based in Kyiv. The goal was to hear about their most urgent needs and find solutions of providing immediate and long-term assistance for the creative community in need.
Info: dedicated website www.zaiks.org.pl/ukraina to inform about the project “ZAiKS for Ukraine” with funding for Ukrainian artists and creators across all genres. The Management Board of ZAiKS initially secured an amount of 1 000 000 PLN (220 000 EUR) for the fund. The idea is to transfer an allowance of 5 000 PLN (1100 EUR) per person for beneficiaries representing the creative and culture sectors (and their family members). ZAiKS received a public endorsement of the Ukrainian Embassy in Poland.
Together with CISAC (International Confederation of Societies of Authors and Composers), ZAiKS launched an international fund and campaign “Creators for Ukraine”. The goal is to operate international financial relief via the Society of Authors ZAiKS. If you would like to donate for the cause via ZAiKS or via CISAC, you will find their account on the website.
Adding to the recent communications from ZAiKS and CISAC, and alongside other Central Eastern European CMO’s who are neighbours of Ukraine, they will make sure to distribute grants collected by CISAC directly to concerned refugees from the creative and culture sectors.
All information about “Creators for Ukraine” and initiatives like “Songs for Ukraine” can be found on the website: www.creatorsforukraine.org.
As part of campaign, they have also prepared a set of graphic materials which can be used in social media and printed out and displayed as a sign of support for our Ukrainian friends. Please use the tag #Creatorsforukraine
One of the first organizations to donate to the Creators for Ukraine fund with a transfer received by ZAiKS was SESAC The Society of European Stage Authors and Composers.
Practical information/ links:
Contacts:
Jerzy Kornowicz, Director of Warsaw Autumn Festival, former President of the Polish Composers’ Union;
Miłosz Bembinow, Vice-President of ZAiKS Society of Authors, Wincenty Krawczyk, Secretary General of the Board of STOART Society of Music Performers – two largest Polish collective management organization
Roman Rewakowicz, President of the Pro Musica Viva Foundation www.pmv.org.pl (the mission of the Foundation created by Rewakowicz is to promote the Ukrainian music in Poland and vice versa).
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Where: European countries, Ukraine
Coordinating organisation and more information: Ukraine Edition of Culture of Solidarity Fund
The fund supports cultural initiatives that reinforce European solidarity in the midst of turmoil and crisis. in particular:
disinformation, misinformation, propaganda filter bubbles, fake news, ongoing war ‘infodemic’ by supporting independent, alternative, and trusted (digital) media
individuals fleeing their homes and looking for shelter in Ukraine or in exile by providing safe cultural spaces
forces of fragmentation by investing in artistic and cultural expressions withstanding the harsh realities of conflict and acting for a peaceful future of Ukraine and Europe
The Fund has grants available in three amounts:
Small: up to €5.000 // Medium: €5.000 – 20.000 // Large: €20.000 – 40.000
Grants are made available for a large variety of cultural needs required in this situation. Especially inside Ukraine, but also all over Europe. Culture of Solidarity support can cover production costs, rental costs, online co-working and communication tools. Grants can also be used to cover travel costs, expert fees, staff- and operational costs. However, the requested amounts must be feasible and justifiable.
Contact: The Culture of Solidarity Fund continues to accept immediate cultural emergency requests. Please get in touch with us at cos@culturalfoundation.eu
Apply here: https://europeanculturalfoundation.wufoo.com/forms/culture-of-solidarity-ukraine-edition/
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Where: Ukraine, EU and beyond
Coordinating organisation: Music Export Ukraine: https://www.musicexportukraine.com/support-program
Fundraising, so we can give small scholarships for artists to stay afloat;
Connect European promoters with the Ukrainian artists abroad, so they can cooperate for the charity concerts and longer creative cooperation;
Closely work with music media, blogs and radio stations worldwide to spread the information about Ukrainian acts and current situation in the country;
If you’re a Ukrainian musician and need our support, please fill in this application form.
Questions? Reach us at: info@musicexportukraine.com
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Jobs
Jobs
Where: Poland
A survey for artists looking for work in Polish artistic ensembles is available here!
Further practical information (jobs, legal requirements, accommodation) can be found here!
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Where: Europe, including Ukraine
Coordinating organisation: ARTery // https://artery.community/
ARTery is a job platform where trusted European event organizers and venues can post job offers and available roles. ARTery facilitates jobs for Ukrainians and redirects temporarily displaced Ukrainian creative professionals to European teams where they are needed and welcome. We aim not only at musicians but many professionals that make live industry rolling and concerts happen. The platform gathers both resumes and job offers, a candidate has to create a profile and fill out a resume, and then he or she will be able to apply for jobs and contact an employer.
The link to the platform is https://artery.community/
Contact: In case any problems arise there is a contact form and an email: employee@artery.community
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Where: international
Coordinating organisation / online platform: musicalchairs // https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs
Musical Chairs is the world's leading online resource for classical music professionals and students
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Where: EU and beyond
Coordinating organisation: Music Export Ukraine: https://www.musicexportukraine.com/support-program
Support activities for Ukrainian musicians:
Fundraising, so we can give small scholarships for artists to stay afloat;
Connect European promoters with the Ukrainian artists abroad, so they can cooperate for the charity concerts and longer creative cooperation;
Closely work with music media, blogs and radio stations worldwide to spread the information about Ukrainian acts and current situation in the country;
Develop an online platform for a job search in the music industry in the EU and beyond. We have contacts of hundreds of European music organizations, who would be happy to provide jobs for Ukrainian specialists. We stimulate their cooperation and economic stability of our sector in a long-term perspective.
The whole industry will suffer stagnation and stabilization for a long period of time. Our industry stops among the first ones and can be recovered among the last ones. Music talents have a right to live, be safe and continue their work and this is why this support program was created.
If you’re a Ukrainian musician and need our support, please fill in this application form.
Questions? Reach us at: info@musicexportukraine.com
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Where: Germany
Coordinating organisation / newspaper: Neue Musikzeitung // https://www.nmz.de/stellenmarkt
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Where: Europe
Coordinating organisation: UA talents // uatalents.com
UA talents is a job platform for displaced persons from and within Ukraine. On UA Talents, companies from all over Europe can advertise their job openings to people from Ukraine who have lost their employment due to the war.
UA Talents – платформа працевлаштування для українців, які вимушено залишили свої домівки і перемістилися до інших міст України чи за кордон
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Where: Europe
Coordinating organisation: JobAidUkraine e.V. (under incorporation ) Händler helfen Händlern // https://www.jobaidukraine.com/
Job Aid for Ukrainian Refugees supports people who had to leave their country. We want to bring jobseekers and employers together to support the integration into the European Labour Market and to bring back financial security.
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Study opportunities
Study opportunities
Where: Poland
Coordinating organisation: The Polish Ministry of Education and Science
The Ministry of Education and Science has prepared information for students and scientists coming from Ukraine. The material presents the most important issues related to the continuation of studies and research career in Poland.
Contact:
Email: ukraina-studia@mein.gov.pl / phone: + 48 22 5292662
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Where: Poland
Coordinating organisations: Various Academies of Music
On 22/03/2022 they completed the call for applications for transfer to the Academy of Music in Krakow. However, they want to enable Ukrainian students to contact the teachers. Classes at the Academy of Music in Krakow are open to Ukrainian students.
Check the study plans at: https://nesos.amuz.krakow.pl/plany/planystudiow.aspx
Select the subjects that you want to observe as free listeners, and then report to the appropriate dean's offices - there you will get information on the rules of participation in classes.
People interested in starting studies at the Academy of Music in the academic year 2022/2023, we invite you to participate in the recruitment, for which registration will start on May 16, and entrance exams will start on June 17. All details are available here
Contacts:
Faculty of Creativity, Interpretation and Music Education:
Dorota Odorowicz, dorota.odorowicz@amuz.krakow.pl
Agnieszka Czyczyło, agnieszka.czyczylo@amuz.krakow.pl
Instrumental Department:
Agnieszka Piekos, agnieszka.piekos@amuz.krakow.pl
Ewa Skowronek, ewa.skowronek@amuz.krakow.pl
Vocal and Acting Department
Marta Strzebońska, marta.strzebonska@amuz.krakow.pl
They will answer every e-mail and will not leave anyone without help!
Contact: email: pomoc@am.katowice.pl
Will offer all necessary help to students from Ukraine!
Warsaw Fryderyk Chopin University of Music: https://chopin.edu.pl/szczegoly-aktualnosci/2207_solidarni-z-ukraina
organizes financial assistance for Ukraine
Contact: Ukrainian students should send a report with a description of thir situation should be sent to the address: ukraina@amfn.pl
They also offer:
- psychological support for Ukrainian students: pomoc-ukrainie@aps.edu.pl
- exemption from dormitory fees for university students from Ukraine
- rooms for Ukrainians, especially students and research workers
For students of art from Ukraine the opportunity to participate in classes in all faculties and also places in the dormitory
Contact: e-mail: pomagamy@akademiasztuki.eu
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Where: France
Coordinating organisation: French government // Campus France // more information: https://www.campusfrance.org/en/displaced-students-from-ukraine-under-the-status-of-temporary-protection-campus-france-helps-you
Contact:
Students eligible for temporary protection who wish to join a French higher education institution can write to Campus France at ukraine@campusfrance.org, stating their name, first name, nationality and describing their situation. Campus France will help them resume their studies in France.
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Where: Various European countries
Coordinating organisation: Various Higher Education Institutions in European countries
Overview page: Association of European Conservatoires // https://aec-music.eu/supporting-ukrainian-refugees/
This is a continually updated webpage where Higher Music Education Institutions can publish information about how they are supporting refugees to continue their studies and academic activities.
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Where: Norway
Coordinating organisations: various, see below
Norwegian Academy for Music in Oslo / apply for temporary tuition to continue your studies: contact and information: https://nmh.no/en/news/welcome-ukrainian-music-students?fbclid=IwAR1c6EwJ0slh1FMvLpJDVOT5DJuysW25g5m3ClHAZPiMYQOS3VeG8yrHb-o
On scholarships for Ukrainee students : https://www.regjeringen.no/en/aktuelt/regjeringen-gir-okonomisk-trygghet-til-ukrainske-russiske-og-hviterussiske-studenter-i-norge/id2904949/ (use change-language-button in the upper right corner).
Study opportunities in Bergen: Contact and information on Community Arts Bachelor-Program https://www.hvl.no/en/studies-at-hvl/study-programmes/community-arts/.
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Where: Austria
Coordinating organisation: Österreichische Akademie der Wissenschaften // https://stipendien.oeaw.ac.at/stipendien/jesh-ukraine
JESH-UKRAINE EMERGENCY CALL: Due to the war in Ukraine, the Austrian Academy of Sciences is offering an emergency call for applications from Ukrainian researchers as part of its academic mobility programme “Joint Excellence in Science and Humanities” (JESH). The aim of the special call JESH-Ukraine is to support Ukrainian scientists who had/have to leave their country in temporarily carrying out a scientific project at an Austrian research institution. EXTENT AND DURATION OF FUNDING JESH-Ukraine covers the cost of living for a research stay of up to a maximum of 4 months (with the possibility of extension). Expenses are paid at a flat rate of EUR 2,700 per fellow per month. Other project-related expenses or overheads are not covered by this fellowship but may be covered by the host institution.
JESH-UKRAINE EMERGENCY CALL: Due to the war in Ukraine, the Austrian Academy of Sciences is offering an emergency call for applications from Ukrainian researchers as part of its academic mobility programme “Joint Excellence in Science and Humanities” (JESH). The aim of the special call JESH-Ukraine is to support Ukrainian scientists who had/have to leave their country in temporarily carrying out a scientific project at an Austrian research institution. EXTENT AND DURATION OF FUNDING JESH-Ukraine covers the cost of living for a research stay of up to a maximum of 4 months (with the possibility of extension). Expenses are paid at a flat rate of EUR 2,700 per fellow per month. Other project-related expenses or overheads are not covered by this fellowship but may be covered by the host institution.
Contact: Mag. Bernhard Plunger, International Relations, Phone: +43 (1) 51581 / 3253, Email: jesh.application(at)oeaw.ac.at
Contact: Mag. Bernhard Plunger, International Relations, Phone: +43 (1) 51581 / 3253, Email: jesh.application(at)oeaw.ac.at
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Where: Finland
Coordinating organisation: Finnish Music Council: http://musiccouncil.fi/ / Finnish Association of Music Schools
Support with finding study opportunities at music schools in Finland, and loan of instruments.
Contacts: Annika Mylläri, Board Member, Finnish Music Council, Email: Annika.Myllari@centria.fi
Sari Löytnoja, Email: sari.loytynoja@musiccouncil.fi
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Housing
Housing
Where: Poland
Coordinating organisation: ZAiKS Society of Authors / CISAC
They launched a financial support fund for Ukrainian people of culture and their families, and made the Houses of Creative Work (Konstancin, near Warsaw) available as a place of temporary - up to a month – stay for them and their families (accommodation and food free of charge). Since the beginning of war they have been in contact with colleagues from sister societies NGO UACRR and CINEMA management, who are based in Kyiv. The goal was to hear about their most urgent needs and find solutions of providing immediate and long-term assistance for the creative community in need.
Info: dedicated website www.zaiks.org.pl/ukraina to inform about the project “ZAiKS for Ukraine” with funding for Ukrainian artists and creators across all genres.
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Where: Various European countries
Coordinating organisation / online platform: Host for Ukraine
This site offers free accommodation across Europe - register on the site and contact the hosts https://www.host4ukraine.com/
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Where: international
Coordinating organisation / online platform: Ukraine Take Shelter // https://www.ukrainetakeshelter.com/
Connecting Ukrainian refugees with potential hosts and housing
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Where: Various European countries
Different organisations / initiatives: useful and detailed overview compiled by UNESCO of platforms offering emergency housing/shelter and country-by-country information
Info: here
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Where: Various European countries
Coordinating organisation: Artists at Risk // artistsatrisk.org
ARTISTS at RISK (AR) is a non-profit organization at the intersection of human rights and the arts. Since 2013 AR has been collaborating with arts non-profits and government funders to assist artists who are at risk politically and fleeing oppression and war in 26 locations in 19 countries globally. In coordination with partners and other networks, we are building a horizontal network of AR-Safe Havens around the world, as a global advocate for art practitioners at risk. Since 2013, the AR network has grown to over 26 AR-Residences across 19 countries – from Finland, Germany and Spain to Tunisia and the Ivory Coast.
Contact: directors@artistsatrisk.org // Contact: ukraine-applications@artistsatrisk.org if you have any questions or concerns.
For all artists and cultural workers fleeing Ukraine: you can apply for emergency temporary relocation and accommodation on this website: artistsatrisk.org by filling out an application form
Where: Slovenia
Coordinating organisation: Krušče Creative Center
Krušče Creative Center is offering residencies for artists who have been displaced due to the war in Ukraine. The period from April 12th to May 24th is available for one week to six weeks stays for individuals and families. Priority will be given to professionals from the field of performing arts and families/artists with children. Unfortunately we can’t cover the travel expenses and living costs of the residents, but can provide assistance in applying for the temporary protection for displaced persons from Ukraine status and funds. We’re open for residency requests in other periods as long as there are available places.
Contact: Apply to krusce@gmail.com.Send us your bio and reasons for application.Selection process will go through Krušče Creative Center board. Priority criteria: performing arts field, families/artists with children.
Instruments
Instruments
Where: Kerry, Ireland
Coordinating organisation: Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann (traditional music group in Kerry)
Instruments: Violins and cellos
Contact: http://kerrycomhaltas.ie/CONTACTUS/
Activities for children
Activities for children
Where: Slovenia
Coordinating organisation: BSA Cultural Alliance / Slovenian Youth Orchestra, Slovenia
Support for children attending music camps of the Slovenian Youth Orchestra in Ljubljana, including loan of instruments, housing, etc.
Contact: Mr. Tomo Peršuh, office@art-bsa.eu
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Other
Other
Where: Germany (Brandenburg)
Coordinating organisation: Landesmusikrat Brandenburg e.V. (Music Council in Brandenburg)
Provides support in connecting Ukrainian musicians with music associations, music schools, choirs and orchestras in Brandenburg.
Landesmusikrat Brandenburg e.V. Behlertstr. 33 A 14467 Potsdam Tel.: 0331 2803525 www.landesmusikrat-brandenburg.de info@landesmusikrat-brandenburg.de
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Where: Germany (Baden-Württemberg)
Coordinating organisation: Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen (ifa): https://www.ifa.de/foerderungen/kulturhilfe-ukraine/
Matching between support offers in the region and refugees looking for support; networking with diaspora and cultural actors; advice on integration measures.
Information (in Ukrainian): https://www.ifa.de/foerderungen/kulturhilfe-ukraine/ and here
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Links to other information portals
Links to other information portals
Emergency residencies / shelter: https://resartis.org/warinukraine/
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Study opportunities at Higher Music Education Institutions in Europe. https://aec-music.eu/supporting-ukrainian-refugees/
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Emergency temporary relocation resources for artists and cultural workers
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Resources for people fleeing Ukraine (compiled by UNESCO and continually updated) - including emergency housing/shelter and country-by-country information
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If you have questions or comments about this page, please get in touch with Brent Cougan: cougan@artsinvestmentforum.org
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