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Law students had a great opportunity to participate in the national seminar on criminal law and procedure, which took place on March 8-9 in Lviv! The seminar program was rich and informative. Our students had the opportunity to listen to speeches by leading experts in the field of law: Vyacheslav Navrotsky spoke about the draft of the new Criminal Code of Ukraine. Oleh Mysyk shared his own experience with human rights violations through the prism of the practice of the European Court of Human Rights. Volodymyr Lysyk spoke about the peculiarities of the ratification of the Rome Statute in Ukraine. Yevhen Filipets highlighted the procedural features of criminal proceedings against the military, in particular the specifics of investigation and judicial jurisdiction. Onisiya Synyuk spoke about the problematic issues of qualifying collaborative activities and its consequences for the legal system of Ukraine. Kateryna Kotelva spoke about the peculiarities of the trial of criminal proceedings for crimes against the foundations of national security, the challenges of proving evidence in wartime. The seminar became an excellent platform for exchanging knowledge and experience, as well as for discussing current issues of criminal law and procedure. Practitioner experts shared valuable insights and answered numerous questions, which sparked lively discussion. Particularly interesting were the practical cases that helped to better understand the complex aspects of the criminal process. Thank you to the lecturers for an interesting and informative lecture! Such events are extremely important for the formation of future professionals in the field of law.

The full-scale war in Ukraine has deeply disrupted the lives of young people, forcing them to adapt to unprecedented uncertainty and upheaval. Their aspirations, opportunities, and everyday realities have been fundamentally altered by the ongoing conflict. Understanding the unique challenges faced by this generation is crucial for comprehending the resilience of Ukrainian society and its prospects for long-term recovery. Young people are at the heart of any nation’s future, and their ability to adapt and persevere under such extreme conditions provides valuable insights into how Ukraine can rebuild and thrive. Recognizing this, the British Council has conducted an in-depth study to explore how the war has shaped young people’s experiences, choices, and outlook on life. This report not only highlights the struggles faced by Ukrainian youth but also emphasizes their strength and determination in overcoming challenges. Key Insights The British Council's study, conducted by LSE Consulting, provides a comprehensive look at how the war has impacted young Ukrainians and their vision for the future. The conflict has disrupted nearly every aspect of their lives, including education, employment, health, and social relationships. Security remains the top priority, though its meaning varies from physical safety in frontline areas to economic stability in other regions. Internally displaced youth face particularly acute challenges, including barriers to housing, education, and employment, alongside significant emotional and psychological stress. Despite these difficulties, young Ukrainians are showing remarkable resilience. Many embrace a strong national identity, distancing themselves from Russian cultural influences, and are committed to building a democratic and independent Ukraine aligned with European values. While the unpredictability of war hinders long-term planning, there is a prevailing optimism about Ukraine's eventual victory and aspirations for EU and NATO integration. Young people remain determined to contribute to Ukraine’s reconstruction, highlighting the need for international support, mental health resources, and inclusive opportunities for development and civic engagement. Personal Reflection The war in Ukraine has completely changed our lives, especially for young people. As someone living through this war, I see how the problems described in the British Council report are part of my life and the lives of those around me. The challenges we face are immense: from the constant threat to our safety and the destruction of infrastructure, to the emotional toll of living in such uncertain times. Many of us have lost loved ones, been forced to leave our homes, or have seen our futures clouded by instability. Yet, despite these hardships, there is a strong sense of hope and determination in our generation. We refuse to let the war define us entirely. People are coming together in unexpected ways, supporting each other and finding strength in community. Whether through volunteering, pursuing education despite the risks, or contributing to the resistance in small or large ways, the resilience of young Ukrainians is clear. Our determination to rebuild and move forward, to dream of a peaceful future, is what keeps us going even in the darkest moments. My Perspective When the war began, it felt like the world we knew had collapsed. Everything we thought was stable, our homes, plans, and even small daily habits, changed overnight. Many of us, including me, had to rethink what is really important. Safety, which we used to take for granted, became the number one priority. Every air raid siren reminds us how fragile life is, but it also shows us how much we value what we still have. I see my friends trying to continue their studies online, even with power outages or feeling too tired to concentrate. They keep going because they believe education is key to rebuilding Ukraine. I’ve also faced uncertainty about my future plans. How do you make decisions for the future when you don’t even know what will happen next month? Still, we’ve learned to focus on what we can do, helping others, volunteering, and supporting our country in any way possible. The report mentions how social connections have changed, and I feel this strongly. Over the past two years, I’ve lost contact with some people whose views don’t match mine anymore. It’s painful, but it feels necessary. At the same time, I’ve built closer relationships with people who share my love for Ukraine and care about its future. This war has redefined what friendship and community mean for us. The rejection of Russian culture, especially among young people, is something I see everywhere. Music, books, even the language, many of us are now choosing Ukrainian over Russian. For me, it’s not just about culture. It’s about who we are, our identity, and our pride in being Ukrainian. Despite all the difficulties, we are still looking to the future. I believe that after this war, Ukraine will have a chance to become stronger, not just as a country, but as a people. Many of my friends are already thinking about how they can help rebuild Ukraine when the time comes. Whether through volunteering, politics, or simply staying here, we want to play our part. Looking Ahead It’s true that most of us only plan day by day, but we still believe in Ukraine’s victory. We know that this depends on support from other countries and our own efforts. Personally, I feel a responsibility to speak up for Ukraine, to remind the world that helping us is not just about Ukraine, it’s about defending freedom and human rights. This war has taught us many lessons, but the most important one is about our strength as a nation. We’ve faced terrible challenges, but we continue to hope for a better future. That hope is what gives us the courage to keep going, even when things seem impossible. Anna Kovalevych

Students of the Faculty of Law of Lesya Ukrainka Volyn National University complete their internships at state and local government agencies. This practice is a mandatory part of the educational and professional program and is aimed at consolidating theoretical knowledge, gaining practical experience in the legal field and familiarizing oneself with the functioning of government agencies and organizations. During the internship, students have the opportunity to work under the guidance of experienced professionals in various departments, local governments, and in structural units engaged in legal work. They participate in preparing legal documents, analyzing legislative acts, reviewing citizens' appeals, and preparing draft decisions. Professor Volodymyr Kravchuk, the university's internship supervisor, emphasized that such experience is important for future lawyers: “Working in government agencies allows students not only to deepen their knowledge but also to understand how the law functions in practice. This is an important step in their development as professionals.” The students also express satisfaction with the opportunity to work in a real-world environment. “This is an exciting experience. We see how decisions affect people's lives, and it inspires us to work even harder,” said Vladyslav Artynyuk , a student. The internship will last until March 3, after which the students will submit reports and receive grades that will be taken into account in their academic performance. This initiative emphasizes the importance of cooperation between educational institutions and government agencies to train qualified lawyers who will be able to work effectively for the benefit of society.

The event was attended by representatives of university administrations, local authorities, veterans', security, defense and medical organizations. The main purpose of the roundtable was to discuss veteran policy, support for veterans, and the implementation of new projects to improve this work. The event was moderated by Iryna Levchuk, acting head of the Department of History and Culture of the Ukrainian Language, and Andriy Lev, a veteran policy specialist at the University's Department of Youth Policy and Social Work. Olha Danylova, Advisor to the Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights, emphasized the importance of joining forces to support veterans. “Volyn impresses me. Your psychological development is really impressive. I would like to note that the methods of treating post-traumatic stress disorder developed by your university are already being used by the Ministry of Health,” she said. Anton Demchuk, Dean of the Law Faculty, noted the possibility of involving the AD ASTRA legal clinic, which has been working non-stop for more than 25 years to advise people in need. During the roundtable, the participants discussed the problems and needs of veterans and military personnel, identifying key areas for further work. Summarizing the discussion, they emphasized the need to continue supporting veterans, evaluated the work already done and outlined ways to improve the quality of their support. The event was an important step in the development of the University's veteran policy and confirmed its role in social support for those who defend Ukraine.

On February 20, the Department of Education and Science of the Volyn Regional State Administration and the Volyn Regional Minor Academy of Sciences held the XVII Regional Tournament of Young Lawyers at the Lesya Ukrainka Volyn National University. The tournament movement brought together 13 teams from the Volyn region from Horokhiv, Zabrodiv, Lokachi, Lutsk, Liuboml, Novovolyn, Ratniv, Torchyn communities and the Volyn Scientific Lyceum of the Volyn Regional Council. The participants of the tournament were greeted by Vadym Mulyar, Vice-Rector of Lesya Ukrainka Volyn National University, Yana Lenger, Doctor of Law, Professor of the Law Faculty of Lesya Ukrainka Volyn National University, and Tetiana Mykhaliuk, Director of the Volyn Junior Academy of Sciences. The students also had a unique opportunity to get acquainted with the work of the Forensic Laboratory of the Law Faculty of Lesya Ukrainka Volyn National University, which was presented by Hryhorii Bendovskyi and Andrii Husak. During the tournament competition, young lawyers discussed legal topics relevant to today's world: the legal status of war veterans, information security in Ukraine, legalization of trophy (found) firearms in times of war, international and national legal regulation of children's participation in armed conflicts, and problems of transitional justice. As a result of the tournament battles, the team from Kovel won the first place! Second place went to: - the team of Lutsk lyceums No.9, No.18, No.21, No.26 - team of Lutsk lyceum No.27; - the team of the Lokachi community; - the team of Lutsk lyceums No. 11 and No. 28. The third place went to: - team of Zabrodiv village council; - the team of the Volyn Scientific Lyceum; - the team of Lutsk lyceums No. 1, No. 4, No. 25, No. 32 - team of Ratniv community. Kateryna Vaskovets, a student of Olena Pchilka Lyceum in Kovel, and Alisa Bila, a student of Lutsk Lyceum No.27 of Lutsk City Council, won the individual rating! Congratulations to the winners! And on April 28, Volyn will host the All-Ukrainian Tournament of Young Lawyers for the second time, where Volyn teams will be able to compete for the title of the best young lawyers in Ukraine!

On February 19, 2025, Anton Demchuk, Dean of the Law Faculty of Lesya Ukrainka Volyn National University, together with a volunteer lecturer from the United States, Dr. Emeritus Eric James Graham Putzig, visited the Kyiv University of Law of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine. This visit was held at the invitation of the Rector of the University, Professor Yurii Boshytskyi, and was aimed at developing international cooperation and educational initiatives. During the meeting, we had the opportunity to communicate with students and faculty of the university. Erik Putzig presented his certified course “Democracy”, which covers key aspects of democratic processes, civil rights and citizen participation in political life. This course has already gained recognition among students in various universities and specialties, and its adaptation for the audience opens up new opportunities for learning and sharing experiences. The presentation was followed by a lively discussion, during which students and professors had the opportunity to discuss topical issues related to democracy and the challenges faced by modern democratic countries. In addition, the participants of the meeting were offered to take Eric Putzig's online course for free and receive certificates upon its successful completion. At the end of the meeting, my colleagues and I expressed our sincere gratitude for the invitation and emphasized the importance of further cooperation between our universities in the educational and scientific fields. Such experience is valuable for the development of education in Ukraine and strengthening of international relations.

The meeting at the Kyiv University of Law of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine was aimed at developing cooperation between our universities. It was not just a formal event, but an opportunity to exchange ideas and knowledge and find new ways to work together. During the meeting, we discussed many important topics: from scientific research to the organization of the educational process and career guidance for students. We were pleased to hear that our views on the development of legal education are so similar. We talked about how important it is not only to provide students with theoretical knowledge, but also to teach them to think critically, understand the essence of democracy and be active citizens. A special part of the meeting was the presentation of the course “Democracy” developed by Eric Putzig, Honorary Doctor of Lesya Ukrainka National University. We created this course to help students understand that democracy is not just a word from textbooks, but a thousand-year-long struggle for freedom and justice. I was pleased to see the interest in the eyes of students and teachers. This course can become a real bridge between theory and practice for future lawyers. After the official part, the rector gave a tour of the university. We discussed how our universities can join forces to implement joint educational projects, and this is just the beginning of a long and fruitful cooperation. It was a warm, friendly dialog with the Rector of the Kyiv University of Law of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, Professor Yurii Boshytskyi, filled with mutual respect and a desire to move forward. I am grateful for this opportunity and I am sure that our universities will do a lot of good together!

Anton Demchuk, Dean of the Law Faculty of Lesya Ukrainka National University of Kyiv, and Eric Putzig, Honorary Doctor of the University, took part in a meeting with representatives of the NGO Women for Change. The meeting was held in the Metropolitan's House of the National Conservation Area “St. Sophia of Kyiv”. At the meeting, the Democracy course was presented for the organization's members who take an active civic position in building the state and support democratic values. We were able to get acquainted with the studies of Socrates, Tacitus, Rousseau, the Constitution of Pylyp Orlyk, the US Declaration of Independence, and explore how the Democracy Index and the modern political system of democratic states work. From such knowledge, new leaders are created! We look forward to fruitful cooperation with the NGO "Women for Change" and effective communication with the organization's members. After the event, the participants had an incredible opportunity to take part in an excursion to St. Sophia Cathedral in Kyiv. We express our gratitude to the organization and conduct of the event to Doctor of Law, Professor Iryna Sopilko

On February 17, Anton Demchuk, Dean of the Law Faculty of Lesya Ukrainka National University of Kyiv, visited #UniversityUkraine with Eric Putzig. During the meetings, agreements were reached on cooperation and mutual expansion of opportunities for both students and teachers. Administration of various departments of the University and the Institute of Law and Public Relations of the University of “Ukraine” conducted a tour of the institution! Look forward to new opportunities, as we will soon be able to present the real results of the agreements.

On February 3-5, 2025, Vinnytsia hosted the Professional Development School for Criminal Law Lecturers “Topical Issues of Criminal Law: Present and Future”, organized by the Yaroslav Mudryi National Law University in partnership with OSCE Projects in Ukraine. Lesya Ukrainka Volyn National University was represented by the Head of the Department of Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Yulia Fidria and Associate Professor Zoryana Zaradiuk. The lecturers of the school were recognized scholars, members of the Working Group on the Development of Criminal Law of the Legal Reform Commission under the President of Ukraine: Yuriy Baulin, Mykola Khavroniuk, Viacheslav Navrotskyi, Yuriy Ponomarenko, Natalia Gutorova and Oleksiy Gorokh. The main focus of the school was to discuss the key aspects of drafting the new Criminal Code of Ukraine. In addition to the intense scientific discussion, the teachers had the opportunity to learn about innovative methods of teaching criminal law, deepen their pedagogical competencies, and master the skills necessary for a modern teacher.

Fourteen of the best law students representing VNU and LNTU had a four-day tour of Kyiv from August 25-28. Eric Putzig, a volunteer lecturer from the United States, selected the students based on their performance in his course "Legislating for Democratic Governance", and like many of the other students, he was in Kyiv for the first time. On the first day, the group visited fourteen historical sites, and each student was responsible for giving a lecture on the significance of a particular site. Yuriy Voitovych (VNU; presentation on the Taras Shevchenko National Academic Opera and Ballet Theater of Ukraine) and Oksana Iranek (LNTU; presentation on Independence Square) were awarded for their excellent presentations. During a visit to the beautiful St. Michael's Golden-Domed Monastery, the group found themselves in the midst of the military funeral of Vladyslav Onyshchenko, “the poet", who gave his life for Ukrainian freedom at the age of 21. The group stayed silently and respectfully until the end of the memorial service and listened to a profound sermon about sacrifice and freedom from the priest. "The only good Russian tank is a destroyed Russian tank." - "It is a pity that Vladimir Putin was not inside it." - Eric Putzig, a guest lecturer from the United States. That evening, they enjoyed visiting an exhibition of destroyed Russian military weapons on the famous Khreshchatyk Street. Eric Putzig said: "I look forward to the day when the wave of democracy destroys all Russian weapons of war." On the second day, the participants explored the historic Podil district, and on the third day they visited the majestic Motherland monument, took a 5-kilometer walk along the picturesque Dnipro River, and relaxed on the Glass Bridge, which offers spectacular views of the city. At the end of the trip, the students "knighted" their teacher and presented him with the traditional title of "Hetman" of the group, and the mace is now kept in his living room in Lutsk. Most importantly, the students and their instructor left Kyiv with a deeper understanding of the richness of Ukrainian culture and history, as well as its rightful place among civilized democratic nations.