WHO WE ARE

A UKRAINIAN NGO FOCUSSED ON SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR CHANGE

WOMEN-FOUNDED AND LED UKRAINIAN NGO

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OUR VISION:

A thriving Ukraine, leading the way in the modern world, empowered by its people and its commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

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OUR misSION:

To drive transformative social behaviour change and generate economic opportunities to advance Ukraine’s journey towards a sustainable and equitable recovery.

ORGANISATIONAL BACKGROUND

Our mission is not only to advance Ukraine’s sustainable and equitable recovery, but also to accelerate its accession to the European Union.

The full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 profoundly impacted millions and limited our ability to implement programs as initially planned. Adapting to these circumstances, we have refocused our efforts to address the most pressing issues emerging from the war.

Our unwavering commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals remains at the core of our work. These goals guide our project selection, capability development, and partnership forging, ensuring we create significant social and societal impacts.

By aligning our efforts with these principles, we aim to support the Ukrainian population through the hardships of war and contribute to rebuilding the country, reinforcing our collective pursuit of a sustainable future and EU membership.

focus on

societal transformation and sustainable development in ukraine

Impact Force is dedicated to cultivate an impact mindset across Ukrainian society, where integrity and respect for heritage and culture are the norms.

WE SUPPORT THE FOLLOWING UN SDGs:

We aspire for the Ukrainian private sector to
adopt best practices in inclusivity and gender
equity, and to balance profit and purpose in
order to actively contribute to solving some
of the most pressing societal challenges.

We strive to support the public sector in
acting with integrity, combating corruption,
and cultivating an environment conducive
to the growth of impact businesses, essential
for Ukraine’s journey towards becoming a
democratic state fully integrated into the
European Union.

To realize this vision, we adopt an ecosystem
approach, creating synergies among all
relevant stakeholders. Leveraging the latest
technology and innovations, we aim to build
a collaborative network that accelerates
Ukraine’s path towards societal transformation
and sustainable.

OUR TARGET GROUPS

OUR STRATEGY FORMS A COHESIVE, FULL-CIRCLE APPROACH THAT EMPOWERS VULNERABLE GROUPS, SUPPORTS UKRAINIAN BUSINESSES, AND ADVISES THE GOVERNMENT.

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VULNERABLE GROUPS

We focus directly on supporting individuals and communities that are most affected by the Russian invasion, such as IDPs, veterans, and economically disadvantaged groups, by providing them with necessary resources, skills, and support to improve their living conditions and enable them to contribute positively to society.

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UKRAINIAN BUSINESSES (SME)

By accelerating businesses and helping them to commit to social impact, we contribute to economic recovery and growth. Strengthening SMEs helps create jobs, fosters innovation, and drives economic stability, which is particularly crucial for Ukraine.

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GOVERNMENT

Collaborating with government bodies and policymakers is key to ensuring that the needs and challenges identified at the grassroots level are addressed through effective policies and legislation. By advising the government and advocating for policy changes, we help create an enabling environment for our initiatives. This includes reforms that support SME growth, promote gender equality, enhance social inclusion, and align with sustainable development goals.

EXECUTIVE BOARD

Managing Director

14+ years experience in business development, sales, marketing at Google, SC Johnson and Unilever. Co-founder of Impact Force NGO, United For Ukraine NGO and UA Tech Circle.

Nina Levchuk

nina.levchuk@theimpactforce.org

Managing Director

20-year track record in driving social behavior change, implementing sustainable business models through organizations like How Women Lead, the David Lynch Foundation, Slow Food Ukraine, and OII Meaningful Communication.

Olga Diakova

olga.diakova@theimpactforce.org

ADVISORY BOARD

Mathreyi
Seetharaman

svitlana
kovalchuk

kateryna
spivakova

dmytro
sydorenko

LEADERSHIP TEAM

Alesia Stokovska

Operational Director

Chief Executive Officer with over 10 years of experience in NGO leadership, reputation management, and social impact communication. Has led strategic initiatives and high-profile campaigns for organizations like the International Rescue Committee, United for Ukraine, the David Lynch Foundation, and others, driving transformative social behavior change and sustainable recovery in Ukraine.

Olga
Danko

Advocacy Director

Chief Communication Officer with over 20 years of experience, specializing in reputation management, behavior change with focus on sports, gender equality, and sustainable development as Program Director of the Kyiv Investment Forum, VP of the Ukrainian Rhythmic Gymnastics Federation, and Head of the Athletes’ Entourage Commission of National Olympic Committee of Ukraine.

Viktor
Matsyshin

Head of Impact Health

Medical Director, Impact Force; Senior neuropathologist, reflexologist, meditation teacher. Founder of the Ayurveda 192 Health Center. Author of the Mental Relaxation Technique (MRT) method. Research associate in the Department of Internal Medicine at the State University of Ukraine “Center for Innovative Health Technologies” of the SAA.

Nadiia
Synytsia

Program manager

Project Manager with 5+ years of international experience in project and event management leading international teams, implementing support and accelerator programs with a focus on impact, education and business. Has studied political and social science in Ukraine and Germany, Vidnova Lab 2024 Fellow, CUPP 2020 program finalist, FLEX 2010 finalist.

Tetyana
Pakhomova

Financial Director

Financial Director with 20 years of experience in corporate communications, market analysis, management and strategic planning for organizations such as OII Meaningful Communication, Auchan and Liga Nova.

Galina
Sondergaard

Grants Director

Grants Director, with 15 years of experience in fundraising, grants management, and cultivating partnerships, has a proven track record of successfully supporting nonprofit initiatives across Europe and South-East Asia.

VOLUNTEERS

YULIIA
PITENKO

Valeria
CHERNYSH

OLENA
PARFONOVA

NATALIIA
RUBYSH

VIKTORIIA
PRYLUTSKA

VIKTORIA
DUNINA