Olia Hercules a well- known Ukrainian cookery writer came to promote her new book – a biography of her family’s life. Olia was invited by The Kitchen Table bookstore and they in turn invited local Ukrainians.

The Assembly Room at the Grosvenor Arms was full, there were copies of Olia’s book Strong Roots to be signed and to buy and, before and after the conversations, singing with the local Ukrainian community.

A day of community and friendship in Somerset as we visited Cheddar, the Gorge, Wookey Hole and Wells Cathedral City.

Thanks to Vale Coaches for providing the transport, their driver and to Wookey Hole for a great welcome.

Independence Day of Ukraine was marked by local Ukrainians in August.

We shared food and thoughts over the trestle tables at Gilingham Social Club.

It was good to meet, to provide support for each other as the war continues.

The day recognises the continuing sovereignty of Ukraine and its borders.

The National Trust in Dorset has some magnificent buildings and beautiful gardens and parks.

The National Trust was very keen to see these accessible to refugees and made 67 welcome with free day passes for the summer. Al of them were taken up!

Another fun night of community and cheer at our latest quiz.

With wonderful food created and served by The Hammouds’ Kitchen , a fun and challenging quiz and generously donated prizes the evening was enjoyed by everyone.

Tennis coaching and sessions for Summer 2025

Marnhull Tennis Club welcomes players of all ages and abilities and provides a very warm welcome to displaced people.

Тренування та заняття з тенісу на літо 2025 року

Тенісний клуб Marnhull приймає гравців різного віку та здібностей, а також дуже тепло приймає переміщених осіб.

The latest fabulous newsletter from Help and Kindness team

Останній чудовий інформаційний бюлетень від Help and Kindness

Ivan Kupala is a magical event.

Ukrainian traditions dictate that people float flowers down rivers to divine romantic futures. People jump over bonfires to demonstrate strength, faith, and vitality and look for a “fern flower” which is said to only appear on the night of Kupala, and which legend holds will bring the finder power and good luck.

For local Ukrainians it is a chance to come together as a community away from home.

Завдяки charities.connected у нас є 30 SIM-карт Vodafone для розповсюдження.

SIM-карти містять 40 ГБ даних на місяць і необмежену кількість дзвінків і текстових повідомлень у Великобританії протягом 6 місяців (активується під час використання).

Vyshyvanka Day is a moment to recognise the sovereign nationality of Ukraine by wearing the symbolic embroidered shirts that are part of the national dress.

In Shaftesbury it was a chance for the Ukrainian community to meet together and share news of home and build strength through their unity.

On a beautiful sunny day in April, Imad and Bayan realised their dream of becoming British Citizens at a ceremony in Dorchester.

It has been a long journey since they left Syria in 2013, but after 12 years of hardship and effort they now have a new home country.

We have a new offer to help people into employment.

У нас є нова пропозиція, щоб допомогти людям у працевлаштуванні.

لدينا عرض جديد لمساعدة الأشخاص في العثور على عمل.

ما یک پیشنهاد جدید برای کمک به مردم برای یافتن کار داریم.

ما یک پیشنهاد جدید برای کمک به مردم در یافتن کار داریم.

We held another successful and sold out quiz night on March 8th. Motcombe Village Hall was filled with regular quiz goers who came for the fun, the challenge and especially for the fabulous feast provided by Kabab Ji (Syrian Cuisine).

Over £700 was raised to support displaced people in our area. Thanks to all our quizzical friends and the community that has grown around these nights and our group.

Masliana is a traditional celebration in Ukraine that marks the end of winter and the beginning of spring.

It is typically a week-long celebration leading up to the beginning of Lent, also known as Pancake Week, and is celebrated with lots of food, music, and traditional customs.

Saturday March 1st was an opportunity to share this custom with local Ukrainians, to taste great food, listen to music and learn new crafting skills

Зробіть запит на інформаційні технології.

Повідомте нам про свої потреби, і ми зробимо все можливе, щоб знайти щось підходяще.

Make a request for information technology.

Let us know your needs and we'll do our best to find something suitable.

We can help with getting around with these small grants.

Ми можемо допомогти з пересуванням за допомогою цих невеликих грантів.

The Home Office is replacing physical immigration documents with a digital proof of immigration status – an eVisa - for customers already living in the UK, and for new visa applicants too.

Міністерство внутрішніх справ замінює фізичні імміграційні документи цифровим підтвердженням імміграційного статусу – електронною візою – для клієнтів, які вже проживають у Великобританії, а також для нових заявників на візу.

Кожен, хто має британську візу, який уже перебуває у Великобританії, повинен дізнатися, що їм потрібно зробити, щоб створити обліковий запис UKVI для доступу до вашої eVisa.

We are delighted to support Ukrainian young people with maths tutoring from an experienced teacher and educator. The sessions are £30 and discounted to £15 for young Ukrainians who live in the geographic area of our charity.

Read on to learn more about the tutor and register for the on-line sessions.

Ми раді підтримати маленьких українців, пропонуючи репетиторство з математики від досвідченого вчителя та вихователя. Сеанси коштують 30 фунтів стерлінгів зі знижкою 15 фунтів стерлінгів для молодих українців, які проживають на території нашої благодійної організації.

Читайте далі, щоб дізнатися більше про репетитора та зареєструватися на онлайн-сесію.

Help and Kindness have appointed a new Ukrainian Refugee Support Worker.

We are delighted to welcome Tetiana Kocherhina to Dorset and look forward to working with her to support local people.

Thanks to Tamsin Jacson we were able to run an engaging children’s craft workshop just before Christmas.

The children left with decorations for the tree and home.