Two years ago, Russia invaded Ukraine and launched a full scale attack on the country. This hour, we hear what life looks like in Ukraine today and how Ukrainian refugees are adjusting to life in the United States. Since the recent invasion, many Ukrainians have made the difficult decision to leave the region, while others have stayed behind.

Americares, a humanitarian aid organization based here in Connecticut has worked to bring in over 300 tons of medical aid to the region. But providing mental health first aid is becoming as important as providing medical first aid.

Ukrainian refugees are also seeking mental health support, but finding Ukrainian speaking therapists and support systems is a challenge. We hear from those working to help this population and hear how refugees are adjusting to life here in the United States.

GUESTS:

• Adam Keehn: Director of Complex Emergencies at Americares, a humanitarian organization based in Stamford, Connecticut
• Olena Lennon: Adjunct Professor of Political Science (National Security) at the University of New Haven
• Dana Bucin: Immigration Attorney at Murtha Cullina and Honorary Consul of Romania to Connecticut
• Anne Howard: co-author and translator of the bookEscape from Mariupol: A Survivor's True Story. She is also an attorney and author.

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