Book 'Lessons for a brave world'

Together with The Ukrainans Media, we have published a guide to living, working, and creating in times of uncertainty.

None of us truly knew how we would respond when the familiar world and its rules began to fall apart — or what to do next, after that rupture.

Today, Ukrainians know this: the onset of chaos does not necessarily mean the end of everything. During the war, cultural managers and artists, educators, media professionals, and teams from NGOs and cultural institutions continue to work. Thanks to the efforts of millions of people, life goes on in cities and towns alike: bookshops, cinemas, libraries, schools, and museums remain open.

But how is this possible? What decisions are made under conditions of constant uncertainty — and which of these experiences are worth passing on?

We have brought together 32 lessons for life in a new world — for those who will come after us; for those who may also one day have to defend their freedom and work amid uncertainty; and for those already on the path of decolonisation.

This book is about how to live, work, create, and remain responsible when familiar rules no longer apply. It rethinks the past and reshapes how we see ourselves and our heritage. It reflects experiences Ukrainians did not seek out, but have learned to understand — and are ready to share with others.

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