My name is Vasylyna Bachynska and I’m from Lviv, Ukraine.

I am a novice director with plenty of experience in theatre and working with children, but most importantly, I am an illustrator; I have an art education, but I didn’t finish my studies to become a director because of the war. Before the war, I was involved in cultural and social projects for people and was always keen to help solve complex social problems through education and culture.

I moved to Berlin in 2023 and have been working very hard ever since in various service jobs to fund my studies, but it is very difficult because these jobs are poorly paid and I need a step forward in the form of training and mastering other levels; moreover, the equipment I have been working with is not working, my laptop is broken and I need to buy a graphics tablet; without your support, I won’t be able to manage, and I really need financial support from philanthropists because my situation is extremely difficult.

I would also be grateful for job offers to expand my portfolio and meet new people.

If you have the opportunity to support me during this difficult time, I would be incredibly grateful and appreciate every donation and offer of support. I will definitely thank you as soon as I get back on my feet.