This week, during our last English Speaking Practice for Kherson and Mariupol Youth we had an amazing meeting, which became a safe space for something deeper than grammar and vocabulary. Together with a native speaker, a VSPP Alana Underwood, we explored the powerful topic of confidence and belonging.
We talked about moments when we felt out of place… and moments when we felt truly accepted.
We shared stories about moving to new cities, starting new schools, speaking English with mistakes, and learning how to step outside our comfort zones.
Through real-life scenarios, honest discussions, and even a “letter to my future confident self,” participants practiced not only English — but self-belief.
What made this session special was the openness. The courage to speak. The willingness to listen. The understanding that belonging is not about being the same — it’s about being accepted for who you are.
Every meeting reminds us:
Confidence grows when we use our voice.
Belonging begins when we create space for each other.
So proud of our Kherson and Mariupol youth for showing resilience, depth, and heart
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