Episode 52 Ukraine—Rooted in Resilience: Exploring the Nation's Historical Journey (Tamara Cunitz, Part I)

Host Raj Sundar dives into Ukrainian immigrant's and refugees' experiences and historical context with guest, Tamara Cunitz. She shares her family's journey from Ukraine to the US during World War 2 and how it has fueled her passion for nursing and community health. As the executive director of the NASHI Immigrants Health Board, Tamara illuminates the cultural diversity within Ukraine and explains the waves of immigration driven by political and social upheaval, from the forced famines under Stalin to the recent conflicts triggered by the Russian invasion. They also explore how language, religion, and resilience shape Ukrainian identity and diaspora communities in Washington state, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging both the challenges and the strengths of the Ukrainian people.

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