TED Talks Daily Ukraine's fight to keep educating its children | Zoya Lytvyn
Apr 14, 2022
Zoya Lytvyn, an education leader from Ukraine, shares her harrowing experience of evacuating Kyiv during the war and the inspiring efforts to keep children learning amidst chaos. She highlights the devastating toll of the Russian invasion on schools, yet emphasizes the resilience of students and teachers who continue their education under dire circumstances. Zoya passionately believes that as long as children learn and teachers teach, they remain undefeated in their fight for freedom, showcasing the unyielding spirit of a nation dedicated to its youth.
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First Word: Explosion
- Zoya Lytvyn's daughter's first word was "babach," meaning "explosion," on the day Russia invaded Ukraine.
- Lytvyn, initially in disbelief, fled Kyiv with her children while her husband and parents stayed.
Education Amidst War
- Despite the destruction of 900 schools, education continues in Ukraine, even in shelters and refugee camps.
- Lytvyn's online platform, created during the pandemic, now serves almost 400,000 students.
Call to Action
- Ukrainians are fighting for freedom and democracy, but need international support against Russia.
- Lytvyn urges global citizens to stand up for Ukraine and demand an end to the war.