We support the European Research Area aimed at creating a single, borderless market for research, innovation and technology in the EU.

How can science diplomacy strengthen Ukraine’s place in the European research landscape – and help Ukrainian researchers build stronger connections, partnerships, and visibility across borders?

Join us for an interactive LUKE online workshop bringing together Ukrainian and European experts to explore the role of academic networks, Ukrainian Studies, European science diplomacy initiatives, and scientific diaspora communities in building meaningful connections between Ukraine and Europe.

During the workshop we will discuss how knowledge, networks, and people can become bridges for international cooperation – and how Ukraine’s scientific community can strengthen its voice within the European research space.

Date: 05 November 2026

Time: 10:00–11:30 CET | 11:00–12:30 EET (Ukrainian time)

Format: Online

Workshop Highlights:

• Scientific Ambassadors & University Networks – how academic communities can strengthen Ukraine’s international presence and connections.
• Ukrainian Studies & Science Diplomacy – the role of area studies in fostering understanding and building bridges between Ukraine and Europe.
• European Science Diplomacy – key frameworks, entry points, and initiatives shaping opportunities for international research cooperation.
• Scientific Diaspora Networks – how transnational academic communities can connect knowledge, people, and opportunities across borders.
• Interactive Discussion – an open exchange of ideas, experiences, and perspectives on strengthening Ukraine’s science diplomacy ecosystem.

The draft agenda for the event is available here (pdf).

A diverse group of experts will contribute to the discussion: Henriette Kirch (DLR Projektträger), Yevheniia Policzuk (Ukrainian Science Diaspora Initiative),  Igor Lyman (Berdyansk State Pedagogical University), Vitalii Suprun (KIU / Europa-Universität Viadrina), Stella Reschke (DLR Projektträger), Miguel Luque Cañete (Society of Spanish Researchers in the United Kingdom (SRUK/CERU)).

Registration is mandatory.

To join the workshop, please complete the registration form by 2^nd November 2026 via the following link.

This workshop is part of the LUKE project, funded by the European Union (Grant Agreement 101188315).

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or European Research Executive Agency (REA). Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.