What does “community” really mean? And what happens to communities in times of crisis? 

In this episode, host Anna Kostecka speaks with Maria Andruchiw, a Ukrainian community organizer, activist, and cultural advocate based in Poland. With over 10 years of experience in cultural diplomacy and community organizing, Maria brings both expertise and lived experience to the conversation.

Together, they explore how culture shapes the way we understand, build, and rebuild communities. 

Anna and Maria explore:

• How culture influences our understanding of community: is it something we choose or something we are born into? 

• How communities respond when a crisis hits, and what holds them together 

• Surprising cultural differences between Poland and Ukraine — two neighbouring countries often assumed to be alike

• Practical ways to collaborate across cultures, especially with colleagues from Ukraine

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