AFUO Chair and Honorary Consul of Ukraine in Sydney, Kateryna Argyrou on Missing Perspectives – a podcast centring women’s voices and lived experiences.
Kateryna highlights that “around 70% of displaced Ukrainians in Australia are women and children,” reflecting on the impact of russia’s war on Ukrainian women, their experiences of displacement, identity challenges, and the enduring personal effects of the war.
The discussion also recognises the immense contribution of Ukrainian women in the war – from leading volunteer and fundraising efforts that sustain frontline units, to serving in the Armed Forces of Ukraine, with now over 70,000 women enlisted, including in combat roles.
The conversation further explores the role of community-led support, advocacy, and charity work, emphasising why it is essential to ensure displaced Ukrainians have access to safe spaces, practical assistance, and opportunities to be heard.
The interview was conducted by Sydney community member Solomiya Sywak.
🎧 Listen to full episode via Missing Perspective: podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/missing-perspectives/id1818225878?i=1000743816347
