KidsKonnectUkraine Events Calendar
Workshops, Camps and Zoom Event Calendar
Stay up to date with our upcoming activities, live meet-ups, cultural exchanges, and special initiatives designed to connect students globally. All kids are welcome to participate and create lasting connections between Ukrainian and American youth.
Venture Camp Ukraine Calendar of Events:
November 19 – 9:30am EST
Venture Camp Ukraine Launchpad Live
Speakers: Kathleen Hessen (CEO) with Ukraine Directors Tetiana Duplei, & Lesia Maksymiv
What’s Inside: KKU’s mission. 2025 Vision, and how youth projects scale impact
Citymaking 101: Urban Spaces that Heal & Thrive
KKU Lecture on Urban Planning & Entrepreneurship
November 26 – 9am EST
Pitch Perfect(ly Bold): Venture Pitch Day with KKU Deputy Director Taylor Thigpen
Live pitches, rapid feedback, and new venture
December 1 – 10am EST
I Thought Success was Linear. It isn’t.
Jakobi Davis
December 3 – 10am EST
Voices of Fire & Light: The Power of Your Story: YouTube session on Media and Impact
Hear from YouTube top officials and leverage media for impact
December 7 – 10am EST
Say It So It Sticks: High-Impact Communication Training
Message framing, media moments, and executive presence
December 10 – 10am EST
Futurecasting Ukraine: The Future of KKU & Ukraine
Trends, partnerships, and opportunities for youth-led reconstruction
December 13 – 9am EST Demo Day
Capstone showcases, awards, and next-step commitments
The Ukraine Venture Camp is a year-long youth entrepreneurship initiative designed to empower young leaders to turn their ideas into action. The program launches in October 2025 and culminates in a transformative two-week, in-person experience at Ukrainian Catholic University in Lviv in December 2025. Throughout the year, participants will collaborate with a diverse network of mentors, business leaders, and community stakeholders. Gaining unique access to mentorship, financing opportunities, and hands-on support to bring their ventures to life. Click here for more information!
Connecting Kids and Teens Across the World
Calling all ambassadors, mentors, and kids! No matter your title, there’s an event for you. Sign up for upcoming activities, engage with students worldwide, and help make a difference. Have an idea for an event? Reach out to us and be a part of something meaningful!
Whether you’re a student, educator, or community leader, you have the power to bring this connection to life. Take the first step today and help create a future where young voices shape a better world.
Get started now! For guidance or support, contact Kathleen Hessert at info@kidskonnectukraine.org. Let’s build bridges, inspire change, and make a difference together!
