Kievan Rus was the first eastern Slavic state centered in Ukraine during the 10th-11th centuries. It adopted Orthodox Christianity and traded along routes between the Baltic and Black Seas. However, it eventually disintegrated due to a lack of central government and was weakened by invasions. Ukraine gained independence in 1991 after the dissolution of the Soviet Union but faced political and cultural instability as well as continued Russian influence. While some progress has been made, Ukraine struggles with corruption and a weak economy that hinder its development as a democratic state.
Ukraine: Introduction to ukrainian life and reasons of all our troubles in 20...viktor_bezhenar
Presentation was made at the end of July 2014 in University Federal of Minas Gerais, Belo-Horizonte, Brazil. Audience - interested brazilian students. Here is introduction and description of our usual life through the eyes of a Kyiv's citizen. Here I'm saying about history of Ukraine, about usual life, about our problems and successes, about our politicians, about revolutions, about war agains russian terrorists. Presentation took little less than 2 hours and students were satisfied enough to applause looong time:)
Slides + text: http://bogdan.org.ua/2015/03/01/ukraine-from-the-past-to-the-future-presentation.html
Presentation about Ukraine
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Goal: general introduction of Ukraine.
Target audience: German and international students, including PhD students.
Duration: approximately 25-30 minutes.
Presented: January, 16, 2015, in Canossa, Universität des Saarlandes, Campus, 66123 Saarbrücken, Deutschland, during the Ukrainian Evening (Landerabend Ukraine)
Презентація про Україну
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Мета: загальне ознайомлення.
Цільова аудиторія: німецькі та міжнародні студенти, аспіранти.
Тривалість: приблизно 25-30 хвилин.
Представлена: 16 січня 2015-го року у Canossa, Universität des Saarlandes, Campus, 66123 Saarbrücken, Deutschland, під час українського вечора (Landerabend Ukraine)
Presentation planning group: Dima Panfilenko (Landerabend organizer), Bogdan Tokovenko, Varvara Obolonchykova, Zarema Ibragimova, Ivan Pryvalov.
Slides: Dima Panfilenko (initial version of tourism slides and text), Bogdan Tokovenko (all the other slides/text and final tourism slides/text).
Useful feedback and criticism: Varvara Obolonchykova.
Ukraine: Introduction to ukrainian life and reasons of all our troubles in 20...viktor_bezhenar
Presentation was made at the end of July 2014 in University Federal of Minas Gerais, Belo-Horizonte, Brazil. Audience - interested brazilian students. Here is introduction and description of our usual life through the eyes of a Kyiv's citizen. Here I'm saying about history of Ukraine, about usual life, about our problems and successes, about our politicians, about revolutions, about war agains russian terrorists. Presentation took little less than 2 hours and students were satisfied enough to applause looong time:)
Slides + text: http://bogdan.org.ua/2015/03/01/ukraine-from-the-past-to-the-future-presentation.html
Presentation about Ukraine
==========================
Goal: general introduction of Ukraine.
Target audience: German and international students, including PhD students.
Duration: approximately 25-30 minutes.
Presented: January, 16, 2015, in Canossa, Universität des Saarlandes, Campus, 66123 Saarbrücken, Deutschland, during the Ukrainian Evening (Landerabend Ukraine)
Презентація про Україну
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Мета: загальне ознайомлення.
Цільова аудиторія: німецькі та міжнародні студенти, аспіранти.
Тривалість: приблизно 25-30 хвилин.
Представлена: 16 січня 2015-го року у Canossa, Universität des Saarlandes, Campus, 66123 Saarbrücken, Deutschland, під час українського вечора (Landerabend Ukraine)
Presentation planning group: Dima Panfilenko (Landerabend organizer), Bogdan Tokovenko, Varvara Obolonchykova, Zarema Ibragimova, Ivan Pryvalov.
Slides: Dima Panfilenko (initial version of tourism slides and text), Bogdan Tokovenko (all the other slides/text and final tourism slides/text).
Useful feedback and criticism: Varvara Obolonchykova.
A powerpoint presentation covering various aspects of all things Ukraine-related.
Topics to be covered include:
Geographic Location
Regional Division
Landscape
Nature
Natural Resources
Historical Milestones
National Symbols
Population
Language & Education
Religion
Government
Monetary & Economic Status
Culture
Music
Dance
Cuisine.
*This presentation was used as a teaching tool for an undergraduate honors music and culture course.*
The stories we hear from our volunteers about Russia are always the same -- how friendly, warm, safe, and welcoming the experience is. One phrase always stands out: “I have to come back.” This webinar talks about what makes the largest country in the world, also one of the most mysterious countries. There's also an alumni panel discussion with CCS Russia alumni Joseph Reeves (four-week volunteer) and Janice Drake (two-week volunteer).
"One Belt, One Road" Policy & the International Trade Supermicro
For thousands of years, the Silk Road was the way of trade and cultural exchanges between the Asian and European civilizations and has played an important role in promoting the progress of human civilization and promoting the prosperity and development of all countries along the route. In 2013, for the ancient Silk Road had a new goal - promote world peace and development, and provide regional economic and trade cooperation, strengthen exchanges between different civilizations, Chinese President Xi Jinping proposed to build a Silk Road Economic Belt "in twenty-first Century and "Maritime Silk Road" (referred to as "One Belt, One Road"), therefore the main initiatives, attracted the international attention. The thesis starts from the countries along the Silk Road in Ukraine, by introducing the overview of Ukraine, and the political and economic relations between Chinese and Ukraine in the eyes of the "Chinese Belt and Road Initiative" strategy, to analyze the "China Belt and Road Initiative" strategy implemented in Ukraine's advantages and risks, and reveal Ukraine in the area the way strategy is an important strategic geopolitical position.
A powerpoint presentation covering various aspects of all things Ukraine-related.
Topics to be covered include:
Geographic Location
Regional Division
Landscape
Nature
Natural Resources
Historical Milestones
National Symbols
Population
Language & Education
Religion
Government
Monetary & Economic Status
Culture
Music
Dance
Cuisine.
*This presentation was used as a teaching tool for an undergraduate honors music and culture course.*
The stories we hear from our volunteers about Russia are always the same -- how friendly, warm, safe, and welcoming the experience is. One phrase always stands out: “I have to come back.” This webinar talks about what makes the largest country in the world, also one of the most mysterious countries. There's also an alumni panel discussion with CCS Russia alumni Joseph Reeves (four-week volunteer) and Janice Drake (two-week volunteer).
"One Belt, One Road" Policy & the International Trade Supermicro
For thousands of years, the Silk Road was the way of trade and cultural exchanges between the Asian and European civilizations and has played an important role in promoting the progress of human civilization and promoting the prosperity and development of all countries along the route. In 2013, for the ancient Silk Road had a new goal - promote world peace and development, and provide regional economic and trade cooperation, strengthen exchanges between different civilizations, Chinese President Xi Jinping proposed to build a Silk Road Economic Belt "in twenty-first Century and "Maritime Silk Road" (referred to as "One Belt, One Road"), therefore the main initiatives, attracted the international attention. The thesis starts from the countries along the Silk Road in Ukraine, by introducing the overview of Ukraine, and the political and economic relations between Chinese and Ukraine in the eyes of the "Chinese Belt and Road Initiative" strategy, to analyze the "China Belt and Road Initiative" strategy implemented in Ukraine's advantages and risks, and reveal Ukraine in the area the way strategy is an important strategic geopolitical position.
Understanding Russia and Its Relationship with the Westtnwac
In 1994 at the dawn of the post-Cold War era Marieta Velikova left Surgut, Western Siberia in the Russian Federation bound for Weippe, Idaho as a high school exchange student. She returned to Russia with her first glimpses of life in America that would be followed by graduate and doctoral studies at Mississippi State University starting in 2002. She has lived in the United States ever since and is a proud Nashvillian who travels to Siberia twice a year to visit family.
Professor Velikova has a special perspective on US-Russian relations that she will share at this Global Dialogue session including discussion of President Vladimir Putin — how is he viewed among Russians and why does that differ from the view of the West; the situations in Chechnya, Georgia, Crimea and Ukraine; and the issue of US elections.
THE RUSSIA AND UKRAINE CONFLICT AS A NEW FOCUS OF WAR IN THE WORLDFernando Alcoforado
This article aims to analyze the current conflict between Russia and Ukraine, point out its causes and consequences from a geopolitical point of view and the risks it represents for the outbreak of a war with global repercussions. There are several countries that can become outbreaks of wars in the world, highlighting, among them, Palestine, Israel, Iran and North Korea. Now, Ukraine is part of the list of countries that are the focus of a new world war.
The causes of the crisis in Ukraine are mainly geopolitical and strategic. What is at stake is not, in fact, Ukraine's accession to the European Union because this has very little to offer in promoting the country's development. Ukraine only has to lose. Many industries will no longer operate or will be dominated by European multinationals and small farmers will be ruined. But what the United States intends through the incorporation of Ukraine to the European Union is, above all, allow NATO forces are stationed on the border of Russia. The most likely future scenario for the outcome of the political crisis in Ukraine is the division of the country, with the Crimea already incorporated into Russia and the transformation of eastern, central-eastern and southern Ukraine in an autonomous region of Kiev government if it is held the agreement of the European Union and Ukraine or occur its annexation to Russia if NATO forces are stationed in Ukraine. The civil war that has started in Ukraine can turn into a military conflict involving NATO forces and Russia to unpredictable consequences.
History and status of the Ukraine crisis as of September 2016 by Quintus Dias of Manticore Group. Documenting the early stages of the potential opening of WWIII.
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Jennifer Schaus and Associates hosts a complimentary webinar series on The FAR in 2024. Join the webinars on Wednesdays and Fridays at noon, eastern.
Recordings are on YouTube and the company website.
https://www.youtube.com/@jenniferschaus/videos
What is the point of small housing associations.pptxPaul Smith
Given the small scale of housing associations and their relative high cost per home what is the point of them and how do we justify their continued existance
Russian anarchist and anti-war movement in the third year of full-scale warAntti Rautiainen
Anarchist group ANA Regensburg hosted my online-presentation on 16th of May 2024, in which I discussed tactics of anti-war activism in Russia, and reasons why the anti-war movement has not been able to make an impact to change the course of events yet. Cases of anarchists repressed for anti-war activities are presented, as well as strategies of support for political prisoners, and modest successes in supporting their struggles.
Thumbnail picture is by MediaZona, you may read their report on anti-war arson attacks in Russia here: https://en.zona.media/article/2022/10/13/burn-map
Links:
Autonomous Action
http://Avtonom.org
Anarchist Black Cross Moscow
http://Avtonom.org/abc
Solidarity Zone
https://t.me/solidarity_zone
Memorial
https://memopzk.org/, https://t.me/pzk_memorial
OVD-Info
https://en.ovdinfo.org/antiwar-ovd-info-guide
RosUznik
https://rosuznik.org/
Uznik Online
http://uznikonline.tilda.ws/
Russian Reader
https://therussianreader.com/
ABC Irkutsk
https://abc38.noblogs.org/
Send mail to prisoners from abroad:
http://Prisonmail.online
YouTube: https://youtu.be/c5nSOdU48O8
Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/libertarianlifecoach/episodes/Russian-anarchist-and-anti-war-movement-in-the-third-year-of-full-scale-war-e2k8ai4
Presentation by Jared Jageler, David Adler, Noelia Duchovny, and Evan Herrnstadt, analysts in CBO’s Microeconomic Studies and Health Analysis Divisions, at the Association of Environmental and Resource Economists Summer Conference.
Many ways to support street children.pptxSERUDS INDIA
By raising awareness, providing support, advocating for change, and offering assistance to children in need, individuals can play a crucial role in improving the lives of street children and helping them realize their full potential
Donate Us
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Canadian Immigration Tracker March 2024 - Key SlidesAndrew Griffith
Highlights
Permanent Residents decrease along with percentage of TR2PR decline to 52 percent of all Permanent Residents.
March asylum claim data not issued as of May 27 (unusually late). Irregular arrivals remain very small.
Study permit applications experiencing sharp decrease as a result of announced caps over 50 percent compared to February.
Citizenship numbers remain stable.
Slide 3 has the overall numbers and change.
Up the Ratios Bylaws - a Comprehensive Process of Our Organizationuptheratios
Up the Ratios is a non-profit organization dedicated to bridging the gap in STEM education for underprivileged students by providing free, high-quality learning opportunities in robotics and other STEM fields. Our mission is to empower the next generation of innovators, thinkers, and problem-solvers by offering a range of educational programs that foster curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking.
At Up the Ratios, we believe that every student, regardless of their socio-economic background, should have access to the tools and knowledge needed to succeed in today's technology-driven world. To achieve this, we host a variety of free classes, workshops, summer camps, and live lectures tailored to students from underserved communities. Our programs are designed to be engaging and hands-on, allowing students to explore the exciting world of robotics and STEM through practical, real-world applications.
Our free classes cover fundamental concepts in robotics, coding, and engineering, providing students with a strong foundation in these critical areas. Through our interactive workshops, students can dive deeper into specific topics, working on projects that challenge them to apply what they've learned and think creatively. Our summer camps offer an immersive experience where students can collaborate on larger projects, develop their teamwork skills, and gain confidence in their abilities.
In addition to our local programs, Up the Ratios is committed to making a global impact. We take donations of new and gently used robotics parts, which we then distribute to students and educational institutions in other countries. These donations help ensure that young learners worldwide have the resources they need to explore and excel in STEM fields. By supporting education in this way, we aim to nurture a global community of future leaders and innovators.
Our live lectures feature guest speakers from various STEM disciplines, including engineers, scientists, and industry professionals who share their knowledge and experiences with our students. These lectures provide valuable insights into potential career paths and inspire students to pursue their passions in STEM.
Up the Ratios relies on the generosity of donors and volunteers to continue our work. Contributions of time, expertise, and financial support are crucial to sustaining our programs and expanding our reach. Whether you're an individual passionate about education, a professional in the STEM field, or a company looking to give back to the community, there are many ways to get involved and make a difference.
We are proud of the positive impact we've had on the lives of countless students, many of whom have gone on to pursue higher education and careers in STEM. By providing these young minds with the tools and opportunities they need to succeed, we are not only changing their futures but also contributing to the advancement of technology and innovation on a broader scale.
This session provides a comprehensive overview of the latest updates to the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (commonly known as the Uniform Guidance) outlined in the 2 CFR 200.
With a focus on the 2024 revisions issued by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), participants will gain insight into the key changes affecting federal grant recipients. The session will delve into critical regulatory updates, providing attendees with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate and comply with the evolving landscape of federal grant management.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the rationale behind the 2024 updates to the Uniform Guidance outlined in 2 CFR 200, and their implications for federal grant recipients.
- Identify the key changes and revisions introduced by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) in the 2024 edition of 2 CFR 200.
- Gain proficiency in applying the updated regulations to ensure compliance with federal grant requirements and avoid potential audit findings.
- Develop strategies for effectively implementing the new guidelines within the grant management processes of their respective organizations, fostering efficiency and accountability in federal grant administration.
3. Kievan Rus (Київська Русь)
During the 10th and 11th centuries, the Ukraine was the
center of the first eastern Slavic state. This country was
developed along an important trade route from the Baltic Sea
to the Black Sea. This was also the time when Orthodox
Christianity was adopted, creating a connection between
4. With essentially no
central government in
place, Kievan Rus
disintegrated into rural
princedoms which
succumbed to disunity and
political weakness. People
stopped paying taxes,
Europeans established new
trading routes that
excluded them, and
eventually they were
invaded by the Mongols
(Tartars). The capital city
was eventually moved to
Moscow in 1328. For both
Russians and Ukrainians,
the period before this
decline is still looked upon
with great fondness and
pride.
5. Cossak Hetmanate state after
1648
Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth in 1569
Austro-Hungary & Russia in the 18th century Soviet Union after 1920
6.
7. INDEPENDENCE
Freedom finally came for the Ukrainians with the
dissolving of the Soviet Union in 1991. On December 1st of
that year, a referendum was held in the Ukraine on national
independence and passed with 90 percent of the vote.
8. The Ukrainian Constitution was adopted in 1996 and
has since been amended. It sets up a government structure
very similar to that of Russia’s. With a dual executive,
proportionally representative legislature, and an appointed
judiciary branch, this is a multiparty system.
Batkivshchya
(“Fatherland”)
Communist Party of
Ukraine (CPU)
Party of Regions
People’s Movement of
Ukraine
People’s Party
Radical Party
Socialist Party of Ukraine
(SPU)
Svoboda
Ukrainian Democratic
Alliance for Reforms
(UDAR)
Moving forward…
9.
10. POLITICAL & CULTURAL INSTABILITY
The Western region
shares much in
common with the
middle, but was
influenced for a
long time by the
European
languages, cultures
and religion.
The Eastern region
has very little in
common with the
West. Slavs,
attracted by
industry and
growth, populated
the area well into
the 19th century.
The middle region, which includes Kiev, has been
heavily influenced by both sides. As the cradle of
Russian society, ties have historically been strong
with the Byzantine Empire and with the East. Yet,
having been ruled by the Poles, it also has strong
11. Today, 67 percent of people living in the Ukraine speak
Ukrainian and 30 percent speak Russian (shown above).
Furthermore, 71 percent are ethnically Ukrainian, while only 17
percent identify as ethnically Russian. The other 12 percent are
remaining Tatars.
12. FAILED RELATIONS WITH THE WEST
Despite it’s pull towards
the West, the Ukraine
remained much more
closely tied with Russia than
other former Soviet
republics because the West
never fully embraced the
Ukraine as a potential trade
partner.
Many other states were
offered the prospect of
membership in the EU or
NATO for the diligent pursuit
of democratic and market
reforms. No such offer was
seriously extended to the
Ukraine. This has made
transition to democracy very
13. CONTINUED RUSSIAN INFLUENCE
Украины нет,
не было и
быть не может!
At the same time, many Russians had never
truly gotten used to the idea of an independent
Ukraine. The reluctance of the West to be involved left
a void Russia was more than happy to fill.
16. DEMOCRATIC PULSE
The Orange Revolution, the protest in
Independence Square, up to the current situation in
the Ukraine, tells us that the people are unhappy
enough with their government to stand up and fight
17.
18. SOVIET UNION IMPACT :
The late 80s to early 90s
• During Soviet rule Ukraine was known as one of
the poorest regions, only falling ahead of
Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Uzbekistan.
• During the later years of soviet rule Ukraine relied
heavily on the Soviet Union for reduced gas prices.
This in turn lead the gas to being exported at
higher costs bringing in additional income.
• The best sources available at the time shows
Ukraine's GDP at just above $1,000.00 even with
the Soviets giving Ukraine the lowered gas prices.
19. In 1991, when Ukraine gained independence, the
United States had high hopes that it would become a
wealthy free market Democratic system. However, as
of today the Ukraine has plummeted to be known
lately as the “next Greece,” or “sick old man of
Europe.”
20. INITIAL RESULTS AFTER THE SOVIET UNION
• With the sudden collapse of the Soviet Union,
Ukraine tried to build up its infrastructure
essentially from nothing to the economic standing
expected by the U.S. and the rest of Europe.
• With the building of a new free market economy
came many costs, such as a black market of
economic goods and political corruption between
1991 and 1996 as well as mass inflation.
• In order to stabilize the economy Ukraine began to
tax heavily on all available businesses, which lead
to further separation and shadow economics.
21.
22. • In 1996, the Ukraine incorporated its first national
currency called the Hryvnia, which helped to stabilize
the economy and rid the country of all previous
currencies used.
• Even with the national currency, Ukraine’s economy
has struggled and since the 2008 recession has not
shown continuous strides of improvement like
before.
• Since 2008, the Ukraine has acquired around 60
billion dollars in debt. This will rise in the near future
due to the older populations beginning to retire and
rely more on the government.
A New Currency
23. INDEX OF ECONOMIC FREEDOM
As of today Ukraine is ranked 162nd out of 183
in the 2014. They are only ahead of countries such as
Iran (171), Republic of Congo(170), and North Korea
(178) the other 5 countries listed as “not ranked” on
the current list.
24.
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Editor's Notes
Ukraine has been ruled by various other countries over the course of its existence. Weak after the rule of the Mongols (Tatars), the Ukraine was incorporated into the Grand Duchy of Lithuania and eventually into the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth in 1569. After an uprising against the Poles, a new Ukrainian state was formed. The Cossak Hetmanate remained independent into the 18th century. They were then absorbed into Russia and parts belonged to the Austria-Hungarian Empire. The Ukraine maintained a short period of independence again from 1917-1920 (which was not at all a peaceful time) with the fall of Tsarist Russia, and eventually become part of the Soviet Union until it’s fall in 1991. This created some stability for a while, however, the rise of Stalin caused millions of Ukrainian deaths.
Politicians in the Soviet Union recognized that the breakup of the union was inevitable, and they looked for ways to preserve at least some of the formal ties among the republics. The leaders of the three Slavic core state – Russia, Ukraine and Belorussia (Belarus) – met on December 8, and declared the USSR dissolved. In its place, they agreed to form a new entity to coordinate their economic and strategic relations, called the “Commonwealth of Independent States” (CIS).
-3% threshold for parliament (Verkhovna Rada)
-amended in 2004 and 2010
To understand the current political situation in the Ukraine, it’s really important to understand the stark cultural differences that exists there. Political life often revolves heavily around these divides as well. This tug of war between the West and the East has historically and currently played a large role in shaping conditions in the country. Any leader of Ukraine will have to balance the country’s west — formerly part of the Austro-Hungarian empire and strongly identified with western Europe– with its Russian-oriented east and south.
The details of corruption here could easily bog us down, but the main point here is that Russia continued to heavily influence Ukrainian politics. This has involved a lot of political corruption that has further hindered democracy in the Ukraine.
[Speaking of the Ukraine]
“Popular enthusiasm, favorable circumstances, and the genius of a leader placed at the head of a popular movement can achieve independence for them. But preservation of their independence and of the Slav character of life and culture will be impossible without a close mutual union with Russia.” – The Slav Role in World Civilization by Nikolai Danilevksky (1869)
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Why did the west not offer help to the ukraine like other countries
This corruption has not gone unnoticed by any means, nor do Ukrainians seem to be apathetic towards the state of their country. These statistics from Transparency International shows just how badly Ukrainians (and the world) view their government. Please do keep in mind, these numbers are relatively recent in nature (2013). However, polls have also shown that 63 percent of people view the level of corruption as having remained the same since 2007.
Police – 84%, Judiciary – 87%, Legislative – 77%, Executive – 74%
142/175 – Corruption Perception Index
This is another area in which it is very easy to get overwhelmed with details...
Orange Revolution (2004) – Widespread elections held and there were reports of vote rigging when the Russian-friendly Viktor Yanukovych. His opponent, Viktor Yushchenko, led massive street protests that become known as the Orange Revolution. During this he was poisoned and almost died. The revolution led to a second election, which Yushchenko won. He wasn’t the best at dealing with the Ukrainian economy, and his push towards Europe angered Russia so much they cut off Ukrainian gas supply.
In 2010, there were elections and Viktor Yanukovych was declared the legitimate leader of the Ukraine. In November 2013, he announced that he would abandon a deal to strengthen ties with Europe and more closely align with Russia. That is when the protests began in Kiev’s Independent Square. This resulted in the deaths of many protestors and the flight of Yanukovych to Moscow. They were able to hold new elections and install a new government, but Putin then entered the Crimean Peninsula and the current problems we are seeing today ensued.