Opportunities

This database contains emergency contacts as well as emergency funding opportunities for scholars and students in the fields of the Social Sciences and Humanities, for artists and cultural workers, journalists, lawyers and human rights activists at risk from Ukraine, as well as for those at risk from other East-Central, Eastern European and Central-Asian localities. If you are searching for academic opportunities in other areas, such as Natural Sciences or IT, please register them at Science for Ukraine.

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  • Russian Anti-War Committee – Support Group

    This initiative supports immigrants who left Russia as a result of the war against Ukraine.

    For applicants from: Russia, other Location: Online | Workplace: Remote Support period: Not applicable

    Post_Trevoga – Psychotherapy (in Russian)

    Телеграм-канал с советами и полезными ссылками от практикующей психотерапевтки.

    For applicants from: Ukraine, Belarus, Russia Location: Online | Workplace: Remote Support period: Not applicable

    Teacher for Russia (in Russian)

    Инструкция от проекта «Учитель для России» по психологической поддержке детей и взрослых. Представляет собой короткие списки пошаговых рекомендаций по действиям в кризисных ситуациях.

    For applicants from: Russia Location: Online | Workplace: Remote Support period: Not applicable

    Webinars on Psychotherapy (in Russian)

    Youtube-канал с записями нескольких вебинаров-лекций от практикующих в России психотерапевтов.

    For applicants from: Ukraine, Belarus, Russia Location: Online | Workplace: Remote Support period: Not applicable

    Psychological Help for Activists, Journalists and Lawyers from Ukraine, Belarus and Russia

    This service is opening psychological assistance points for activists, employees of public organizations, lawyers and journalists who had to flee their homes as a result of the war in Ukraine. The assistance points are set up in Tbilisi, Yerevan, Vilnius, Warsaw, Istanbul and Prague. It will be possible to come for a personal consultation. Specialists conduct initial testing, conduct online and personal consultations, and organize group classes.

    For applicants from: Ukraine, Belarus, Russia, other Location: Online | Workplace: Remote Support period: Not applicable

    TPS Pro Bono Project – Legal Help for Ukrainians in the USA

    The TPS Pro Bono Project for Ukraine will provide pro bono legal assistance for Ukrainian nationals to file their I-821s and apply for Temporary Protected Status.

    For applicants from: Ukraine Location: USA | Workplace: Remote Support period: Not applicable

    Psychosocial Support in Emergencies

    This website gives an overview of mental health and psychological support key resources in several languages (among them English, Ukrainian, Russian) in response to the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine.

    For applicants from: Ukraine, Belarus, Russia, other Location: Online | Workplace: Remote Support period: Not applicable

    Nuzhna pomosh (in Russian)

    «Нужна помощь» — это «фонд фондов». Мы работаем над развитием благотворительного сектора и гражданского общества в России, вовлекая людей, создавая условия для решения социальных проблем и поддерживая социальные инициативы в нашей стране.

    For applicants from: Russia Location: Russia | Workplace: Remote Support period: Not applicable

    Respond Crisis Translation

    We translate any documentation that is necessary or helpful, including but not limited to asylum applications. You can find an overview of languages in which support is offered on the website (Ukrainian and Russian are included). Translations of the following documents are possible:

    Pieces of evidence such as ID card information, hospital forms, and other personal identifying documents and information;
    Supporting documents for clients to present to court;
    Informational documents to help clients understand legal processes;
    Credible fear interview transcripts;
    Declarations to stop deportation;
    Blogs and testimonies about successful asylum cases to help other asylum seekers identify resources.

    For applicants from: Ukraine, Belarus, Russia, other Location: Online | Workplace: Remote Support period: Not applicable

    Teachers for Ukraine

    The Teachers for Ukraine initiative connects qualified volunteer English language teachers from around the world with Ukrainians affected by the war for one hour of free, online, one-to-one, weekly English language classes. Each volunteer teacher is paired with a Ukrainian student for individualized online instruction. All teachers are responsible for assessing their students’ needs and for preparing appropriate teaching materials. Our goal is to use our knowledge and skills as English language educators to help Ukrainians in need and to show our support for Ukraine. Our team also includes native English-speaking teachers of other subjects who help our students as Speaking Partners. All teachers and administrators in the Teachers for Ukraine initiative are volunteers.

    For applicants from: Ukraine Location: Online | Workplace: Remote Support period: Not applicable

    Relocate Your Career

    If you have recently had to leave the country you were living in and need to seek opportunities abroad, then we are happy to provide feedback on your application materials. We are a group of university writing center professionals who do this regularly for students and colleagues, and we are eager to help. We do not discriminate based on nationality and will help anyone who has been displaced. If you are interested, please fill out the Google form (below) to let us know about your situation, what languages you speak, and what kind of service you are looking for. We can provide asynchronous feedback on materials submitted through the form, but we can also offer the opportunity to schedule a 30-minute chat with a volunteer.

    For applicants from: Ukraine, Belarus, Russia Location: Online | Workplace: Remote Support period: Not applicable

    ENGin – English Classes Online

    ENGin is a nonprofit organization that pairs Ukrainian youth with English speakers for free online conversation practice and cross-cultural connection. We work with students age 13-35 and volunteers age 14+. ENGin pairs English learners with volunteers from around the world to conduct weekly online speaking sessions. Every learner and volunteer is screened to ensure their fit for the program. Participants are then matched based on preferences, interests, and availability to ensure an effective and mutually enjoyable communication experience. After a match is made, ENGin supports learners and volunteers throughout their participation in the program with tips, resources, and problem resolution. Visit the website to learn more about eligibility.

    For applicants from: Ukraine Location: Online | Workplace: Remote Support period: Min. 10 to 12 weeks

    Ukrainian Research Online – Online Lecture Series

    Coordinated from Erfurt, Germany, Ukrainian Research Online aims at providing visibility for our Ukrainian colleagues and their work. Additionally, lecturers receive an honorarium, financed by donations to the University Society.

    For applicants from: Ukraine, other Location: Online | Workplace: Remote Support period: Not applicable

    Scholars at Risk Network – Remote Fellowships

    Universities within the Scholars at Risk (SAR) network created remote fellowships through which a SAR scholar can:

    receive a university email address;
    access library and database resources through this email address/university affiliation;
    publish work using the university’s affiliation;
    in some instances, connect with mentors or teach remote classes at the host university; and
    re-engage with academia after being pushed outside the university space, sometimes for years.

    For applicants from: Ukraine, Belarus, Russia Location: International | Workplace: Remote Support period: Not applicable