Our projects include programs for psychological rehabilitation. For lasting, structured impact, we create and run educational and therapeutic programs aimed at psychological recovery and mental health. For quick, supportive help, we offer shorter sessions: seminars, webinars, workshops, and similar events.
In-Person Seminars
These events are held in person, allowing participants to engage directly, like seminars in classrooms or conference rooms.
Live Webinars
These are real-time online events (not pre-recorded videos), where participants can interact and ask questions.
Workshops
Typically short sessions led by experts in their fields, these workshops cover specialized topics. For example, in psychological rehab, you might find workshops in schema therapy, CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), and existential approaches, among others.
Volunteer, Psychologist
Olha is a Psychologist specializing in Schema Therapy, certified by the Ukrainian Institute of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (2023), trained in Emotion-Focused Therapy, and completed her degree in psychology at RIU in Rivne (2022) and is an alumna of UETS, where she studied “Psychological and Corrective Work with Children and Adolescents” (2019) and “Psychological Counseling” (2016).
Volunteer, WEA BC Coordinator in Ukraine
Oles Dmytrenko is an expert in Communications, Development, and Government Relations. Oles is the founder of uMOVA EdTech Startup. Since 2023, Oles manages GR projects at CFC Big Ideas. He volunteers at UASE and servces as the WEA BC National Coordinator in Ukraine.
Volunteer, Social Media Specialist
Daryna helps the School with managing the social media. A Kyiv native, she is passionate about our mission and takes care for a cute pet at home.
President of The Ukrainian School of Elites
Yuriy graduated from Kyiv National Economic University, specializing in Economic Statistics from the Faculty of Accounting and Auditing. He has over 20 years of managerial and international experience in managing projects and working with people for social cause.
Board Member of the NGO “Ukrainian School of Elites,” Architect
Oksana Dyachenko graduated from the National Academy of Fine Arts and Architecture in Kyiv, Ukraine. She is an architect and artist. As a volunteer and Kyiv native, Oksana supports philanthropic initiatives and advocates for spirituality, culture, and arts.
Secretary of the Board, Director of LeaderImpact International in Ukraine
Andrii received his higher education at Kryvyi Rih Pedagogical Institute (Philology), completed the UNESCO School of Political Leaders, and advanced his leadership skills at Spring Arbor University (MI, USA), besides the International Leadership Foundation and Campus Crusade for Christ International. Andrii is a certified business coach (Leadership University, USA).
Read more about our Board and Team → here.
On June 5, 2024, a new Board was elected and a new President appointed.
During COVID-19 and the Russian invasion, our activity was temporarily suspended, but in June 2024 it was renewed successfully.
On September 28, 2024, partnership with LeaderImpact was established.
On September 1, 2024, the Ukrainian School of Elites established partnership with Irpin Business Breakfast, an association of entrepreneurs and business people from the Kyiv region.
On August 15, 2024, the Ukrainian School of Elites had the honor of signing a Memorandum of Partnership with the Business Coalition of the World Evangelical Alliance (WEA BC) that unites Christian leaders and organizations worldwide for strategic partnerships and collaboration.
On July 1, 2024, the Ukrainian School of Elites concluded a Memorandum of Partnership with GoFriends NGO, which provides IT education to orphans and implements psychological and physical rehabilitation programs for IDPs, veterans and victims of Russian aggression.
The active development of the social movement in Ukraine in 2013-2014 (Revolution of Dignity, Euromaidan, Chaplain movement, Prayer Tent, etc.) caused a surge in civic activity.
On the wave of enthusiasm and positive changes in Ukraine, the Ukrainian School of Elites NGO was founded, aimed to support the new generation in its desire to build a successful and fair society.
In 2014, the Russian Federation committed an act of military aggression against Ukraine and violated the international law — it annexed the Crimean Peninsula and invaded the eastern territories of our sovereign state. A voluntary and charitable movement arose in Ukraine. The chaplaincy was actively developing.
At that time, the director of the Ukrainian School of Elites Olena Polkhovska organized many events for young people — seminars, conferences, talk shows, etc., adding new meanings redefining elite (as opposed to the negative image created by corrupt officials of the 1990s ).
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the organization’s activities were temporarily suspended, but resumed in June 2024, despite military aggression by the Russian Federation. A new Board and President were elected, new projects initiated, and new partnerships established.
On October 12, 2024, representatives from the Ukrainian School of Elite participated in a business meeting with John Nesheim, one of Silicon Valley’s pioneers, discussing “Artificial Intelligence and Its Impact on Current and Future Processes.”
The event was organized by the Irpin Business Breakfast movement, initiated by Andrii Shekhovtsov in Irpin, and held in Bucha.
During the meeting with Ukrainian entrepreneurs and public figures, John addressed pressing questions about AI, such as:
In response to these concerns, John explained the “Gartner Hype Cycle.” Every new technology follows a similar pattern. Initially, a trigger creates sudden excitement and high expectations, reaching a peak, as shown in the Gartner curve diagram. Eventually, there is a testing phase where inflated expectations give way to a “trough of disillusionment.” As real-world applications emerge, interest stabilizes, and the technology reaches the “Plateau of Productivity,” where it becomes part of regular business operations.
John assured that AI would follow this same trajectory. As of 2024, we’re only beginning to explore its practical benefits. While there may be disappointments along the way, eventually, AI will become a common tool in daily tasks. The “apocalypse” is canceled.
John Nesheim is a Silicon Valley pioneer, author of the bestseller High Tech Start Up, and a 26-year faculty member at Cornell University.
Over four decades, John has advised hundreds of entrepreneurs, helping raise $2 billion in funding for 300 tech startups. His research on building global startups is used by tech incubators, universities, and governments worldwide. He resides in California, where he continues to mentor young entrepreneurs and engage in philanthropy.
John Nesheim’s research focuses on building global startups, with his advice widely utilized by tech incubators, universities, and governments worldwide. He resides in California, where he continues mentoring young entrepreneurs and engaging in philanthropic activities.