Ukrainian Center for Development and Cooperation

EMPOWERMENT

Supporting the development, adaptation, and integration of migrants in Poland.

OUR PARTNERS

OUR VALUES

Inclusivity

We believe in the power of diversity. We promote equal opportunities while respecting every individual—regardless of their cultural, social, or economic background.

Empathy

We listen, support, and understand. We are here to accompany our beneficiaries, addressing their needs and helping them overcome challenges.

Trust

Trust is the foundation on which we build healthy and lasting relationships—both professionally and personally. It is a value that unites and empowers.

Collaboration

Together, we can achieve more. We build partnerships based on mutual understanding to reach goals collectively and share knowledge and experience.

Growth

Every individual has the potential to learn and achieve their goals. We support this process by helping uncover new opportunities and push boundaries.

Community

We create a space where trust, understanding, and respect build a supportive community. Together, we shape a better reality.

OUR OFFER

We provide comprehensive support for employers and employees from Ukraine. Our workshops, training sessions, and mentoring programs help build effective teams, create inclusive workplaces, and foster entrepreneurship.

Explore our proposals and find solutions tailored to your needs!

WORKSHOP

Managing employees from Ukraine

TRAINING

Managing employees from Ukraine

WORKSHOP

How to co-create a friendly intercultural workplace

Business Booster

A training and mentoring program for Ukrainian entrepreneurs in Poland

ABOUT US

Our Mission

We empower migrant women and men, by strengthening their socio-economic position, supporting their integration, and fostering collaboration. Our goal is to promote diverse and sustainable development that drives both social and economic progress.

Our Goal

We strive to raise public awareness about the needs of migrants. We promote public policies that support inclusion and development. Our aim is to help build a stable socio-economic position by offering support for both professional and personal growth.

We create an open, accepting, and inspiring environment where everyone has the opportunity to discover their potential and contribute to the common good. We believe that everyone can find their place and help build a better future together.

Our Team

Izabela Anuszewska


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Expert in Grants and Business Development, Business Mentor. She advises on creating business ideas, starting companies, supporting entrepreneurs’ growth, building personal brands, securing grants, and choosing career paths—employment or entrepreneurship.

Expert in the Polish Ukrainian Forbes Women Academy project.

A longstanding mentor and trainer, she is a member of the Entrepreneurial Women Network, an ambassador for the Club of Entrepreneurial Women, and a member of the Girls Money Club. An accredited consultant for European funds and an expert appointed by public institutions to evaluate funding applications for EU grants.

For 19 years, she has been the owner of the boutique consulting firm DaVinci.

She is actively involved in projects related to business, innovation, and promoting women in the labor market.

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Expert in Grants and Business Development, Business Mentor. She advises on creating business ideas, starting companies, supporting entrepreneurs’ growth, building personal brands, securing grants, and choosing career paths—employment or entrepreneurship.

Expert in the Polish Ukrainian Forbes Women Academy project.

A longstanding mentor and trainer, she is a member of the Entrepreneurial Women Network, an ambassador for the Club of Entrepreneurial Women, and a member of the Girls Money Club. An accredited consultant for European funds and an expert appointed by public institutions to evaluate funding applications for EU grants.

For 19 years, she has been the owner of the boutique consulting firm DaVinci.

She is actively involved in projects related to business, innovation, and promoting women in the labor market.

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Marijka Nebozhenko

Founder of the Foundation

Founder and Chairwoman of the Foundation, anti-discrimination educator, member of the Association for Anti-Discrimination Education, and Co-Chair of the Social Dialogue Committee (BKDS) for Foreigners in Warsaw.

She gained professional experience in commercial departments of companies such as e-Kiosk S.A., Gremi Media S.A. (publisher of the "Rzeczpospolita" daily and the GG "Parkiet"), and Omec Sp. z o.o., where she developed and implemented business growth strategies in the Ukrainian market.

Following the escalation of the war in Ukraine, she became actively involved in supporting the Ukrainian community in Warsaw, collaborating with non-governmental organizations and local authorities.

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Magdalena Świder

Social psychologist (a graduate of the Warsaw International Studies in Psychology at the University of Warsaw), a certified anti-discrimination trainer from the TROP Business Trainers School, and an expert in diversity management (Diversity & Inclusion).

She gained over 10 years of experience working with the Campaign Against Homophobia, serving as a specialist in hate crimes, a project and volunteer coordinator, and a board member. Currently, she manages the Association for Anti-Discrimination Education (TEA), advocating for improving the situation of individuals experiencing discrimination.

She is a member of the NGO Trainers Association, the Alumni Association, and TEA, as well as an honorary member of the European Youth Parliament (EYP Poland). She participated in the U.S. Department of State's International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) : A Global Moment in Time: Reflections on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility and is a recipient of the 2022 IVLP Impact Award.

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WHAT OTHERS SAY ABOUT US

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MEDIA ABOUT US

We are proud of the fact that our efforts attract media attention. Through collaboration with diverse editorial teams and partners, we are able to bring our initiatives to a broader audience. Discover which media are talking about us and our projects!

DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS?

CONTACT US

+ 48 788 296 075

marijka.nebozhenko@empowerment.org.ua

SUPPORT US

YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS!

Thank you for your support! It is through your generosity that we can carry out our mission and make a real difference in the lives of migrants, helping them build a better future.

ACCOUNT IN PLN: BNP Paribas | SWIFT: PPABPLPK

70 1600 1462 1736 7749 7000 0001

ACCOUNT IN EURO

16 1600 1462 1736 7749 7000 0003

THANK YOU!

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