ABOUTSHIELD & SOUL

Building a foundation of strength and community for Ukrainian men

OUR STORY

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Team

OUR MISSION

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PROTECT

Create safe spaces for men to process grief and trauma without judgment. Our programs establish environments where vulnerability is viewed as strength, not weakness.

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STRENGTHEN

Build resilience through evidence-based resources, tools, and training. We provide practical strategies that connect traditional masculine values with emotional awareness.

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TRANSFORM

Turn traumatic experiences into sources of growth and renewed purpose. Our approach focuses on post-traumatic growth and finding meaning through adversity.

OUR VALUES

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STRENGTH

We recognize the inherent strength in every man and provide resources to build resilience through life's challenges.

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BROTHERHOOD

Healing happens in connection with others. Our community offers understanding, support, and a sense of belonging.

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RESILIENCE

We help men develop the tools to not just survive adversity, but to grow and thrive despite it.

HOPE

Even in the darkest times, we believe in the possibility of healing, growth, and renewed purpose.

OUR TEAM

Ivan Kovalenko

IVAN K.

FOUNDER
Psychologist with 15+ years of experience in trauma recovery. Combat veteran who understands firsthand the challenges faced by Ukrainian men.
Andriy Petrenko

ANDRIY P.

LEAD COUNSELOR
Specializes in grief counseling and PTSD treatment. Dedicated to providing evidence-based approaches to healing.
Taras Melnyk

TARAS M.

COMMUNITY DIRECTOR
Former social worker who builds and nurtures our supportive community. Expert in group facilitation and peer support networks.