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"L'album blue": a book about Ukraine was presented in Rome
The presentation of the book "L'album blu" (The Blue Album) by Yaryna Grusha, a famous Ukrainian writer, professor of Ukrainian studies at various Italian universities, translator and journalist, took place in Rome at the Book and Reading Festival. This is an autobiographical novel in which the writer describes important stages of Ukraine's history using the example of her own life.
UA Service Hub - a platform for Ukrainians in Italy
Dmytro Zamyshlyaev, developer of the UA Service Hub service (work.crasa.team) and co-founder of the Crasa APS association, spoke about the platform’s key features and its development in Italy. The project was created as an online platform for Ukrainian entrepreneurs, professionals and tradespeople living or working in Italy who provide services to the Ukrainian community. The UA Service Hub service aims to bring together supply and demand among Ukrainians abroad. The platform’s main goal is to simplify the search for clients and service providers without a language barrier, as well as to create a convenient environment for the development of Ukrainian small businesses in Europe. Basic registration on the work.crasa.team website is free and, according to the developer, will always remain so. This allows every user to quickly create a profile, add their services and start receiving orders without any initial investment. In the future, there are plans to introduce additional paid features, including profile promotion, expanded service listings, and the ability to add more photos to boost conversion rates. “We are currently focusing on Italy, as this is where high demand for services among Ukrainians has emerged. But in the long term, UA Service Hub will be scaled up to other European countries,” said Dmytro Zamyshlyaev. That said, the platform is already open to users from all over the world. If services can be provided online, specialists can register regardless of their location and work with clients in Italy and Europe remotely. In addition to the directory of specialists, the service also serves an informational purpose. The website regularly publishes news, announcements of events, meetings and activities for the Ukrainian community in Italy. This makes UA Service Hub not only a marketplace for services, but also a fully-fledged platform for communication and integration among Ukrainians abroad. The work.crasa.team website is becoming an important tool for supporting Ukrainian businesses in Italy, helping professionals find clients and users find high-quality services from their own community.
UA Service HUB: CRASA project presented at the forum in Rimini
At the ‘Community Creating Change’ forum, held in Rimini on 21–22 March, the CRASA APS association officially launched its project — the UA Service Hub platform for finding Ukrainian specialists (work.crasa.team). The event brought together active members of the Ukrainian diaspora, entrepreneurs and community leaders working to develop the Ukrainian community in Italy. The UA Service Hub is positioned as a modern online platform that serves as a kind of ‘digital home’ for Ukrainian entrepreneurs, craftspeople and specialists currently working in Italy and other European countries. The main idea behind the project is to create a single space where Ukrainians can easily find clients, develop their own services and integrate into the European market. As noted by Zhanna Zhukova, President of the CRASA APS association, the UA Service Hub platform was created to support Ukrainian professionals who were forced or chose to pursue their careers abroad. According to her, the service not only helps find work or clients but also builds trust in Ukrainian specialists among the European audience. “The mission of UA Service Hub is to help Ukrainian professionals find their clients: both among Ukrainians who have been forced to move abroad and among Europeans open to a new standard of service and cooperation,” emphasised Zhanna Zhukova. Particular attention was paid to the quality of Ukrainian services during the presentation. Ukrainian craftsmen and specialists have long established themselves as professional, responsible and results-oriented. Their approach to work often exceeds clients’ expectations, creating a competitive advantage in the European services market. The UA Service Hub platform (work.crasa.team) allows specialists to create their own profile, showcase their services, add a portfolio and start promoting themselves without significant costs. The service is geared towards both offline services in Italy and online work across Europe, which significantly expands opportunities for users. The platform’s developers and representatives of the CRASA APS association are encouraging Ukrainian professionals currently working in Italy to join the service today. Registering on the work.crasa.team website opens up the opportunity to effectively promote their services in the near future, not only within the Ukrainian community but also among Italian clients. In this way, UA Service Hub is becoming an important tool for the economic integration of Ukrainians in Europe, creating new opportunities for business development, expanding the client base and strengthening the position of Ukrainian specialists in the international market.
A picket in memory of Ukrainian women run over by zebra will be held in Naples
In the Porta Nolana neighbourhood of Naples, two women were killed by a car. According to eyewitnesses, they were crossing the street when they were hit by a car travelling at high speed. Both women were citizens of Ukraine. One died instantly, the other - shortly after being admitted to Mara's hospital. The driver was detained. On 24 March, Italian activists organise a small rally to commemorate the tragedy that happened to the Ukrainian women.
Living standards of Ukrainian refugees are improving
The financial and social situation of Ukrainian refugees is improving Ukrainians who fled abroad because of the war are increasingly integrating into labour markets and gradually strengthening their financial situation. This is evidenced by a study by the Centre for Economic Strategy. About 60% of Ukrainian refugees already have jobs abroad. At the same time, 54% of them work outside their speciality. The financial situation has improved significantly: ➖ If in 2022 only 10% could afford not only basic expenses but also more expensive purchases, now it is 35% ➖ The main source of income is salary or own business, which covers 56% of expenses ➖ Social assistance from host countries covers 17% 🔹 Level of integration The social integration of Ukrainians abroad is gradually increasing: ➖ 39% speak the language of the host country at B1 level and above ➖ 83% have friends or established social ties ➖ 75% positively assess the attitude of local residents
Anniversary of the unification of Ukrainian associations in Italy
The results of the NAU conference. Representatives of the Ukrainian diaspora and 26 associations, including the Naples-based CRASA APS, which have joined the NAU network, celebrated the anniversary of the creation of this powerful organisation. During the meeting, the participants shared their best practices, achievements and concrete plans to support Ukraine and counter Russian propaganda in Italy.
A heartfelt gathering of Ukrainians in Naples: the barbecue season is open
Today in Naples, something much more happened than just a barbecue meeting. It was a real heartfelt gathering of Ukrainians - warm, sincere, lively, filled with laughter, the aroma of fire, their native language and a sense of home, even far from Ukraine. The meeting place was truly special - an orange garden under Vesuvius. It was here, among the sun, greenery, ripe trees and incredible views, that a wonderful group of our people gathered. The air was filled with the smells of citrus, smoke, barbecue and joy. And there was something very symbolic in this: we, Ukrainians, wherever we are, know how to create an atmosphere of warmth, unity and real life. Today there were many smiles, sincere conversations, hugs, memories and plans. It felt as if everyone brought a piece of their hearts with them, and together we created a real little holiday of the soul. Such moments are very valuable. Because they remind us that the strength of Ukrainians is not only in their unbreakable spirit, but also in their ability to be together, support each other, laugh, share warmth and just enjoy life. This day was another proof that the Ukrainian soul is alive everywhere. It sounds in songs, in jokes, in toasts, in a friendly circle around the fire. It lives in our sincerity, openness and love for our fellow human beings. And today, under Vesuvius, it was exactly like that - truly, kindly, in our way. The season is open. And it was opened beautifully, deliciously, sincerely and with love. Let there be many more such meetings. Let them fill your heart with light, give you new acquaintances, strengthen your friendship and leave you with the warmest memories. Because it is precisely these simple but real moments that make up life. We thank everyone who was with us today. For the mood, for the warmth, for the laughter, for the unity. Ukrainians in Naples are not just a company. It is a big family of heart.
Найкримінальніші міста Італії
Рим і Мілан — серед світових “лідерів” за кількістю крадіжок у туристів Платформа Radical Storage проаналізувала понад 13 тисяч відгуків мандрівників і з’ясувала, що Рим та Мілан опинилися серед міст із найвищим рівнем крадіжок у туристів. Гірші показники зафіксували лише в Париж та знову ж таки в Римі. Великі скупчення людей на популярних площах, у транспортних хабах і біля відомих пам’яток створюють сприятливі умови для кишенькових злодіїв і шахраїв.
Кордони з Європою можуть закрити
Італія та Данія закликають ЄС підготуватися до можливого закриття кордонів у разі масової міграції Прем’єр-міністерки Джорджа Мелоні та Метте Фредеріксен закликали Єврокомісію розглянути створення «запобіжного механізму», який дозволить тимчасово закривати зовнішні кордони ЄС у разі масштабних міграційних потоків. Цю ініціативу обговорили на неформальній зустрічі в Брюсселі за участі 14 глав урядів, а також голови Єврокомісії Урсули фон дер Ляєн, прем’єра Польщі Дональда Туска та канцлера Німеччини Фрідріха Мерца. ❗️У листі наголошується, що Європа не повинна допустити повторення міграційної кризи 2015–2016 років, яка стала серйозним викликом для безпеки та єдності ЄС.