Upcoming Events

Friday 5 December, 2025
06:30 - 09:30

The UIL Winter Fundraising Night: Ukrainian Modernism

This year’s Winter Fundraising Night will celebrate Ukrainian modernism in all its richness and diversity, from avant-garde theatre design to the bold artistic visions that shaped a generation. Join us for a festive evening in the elegant Art Deco surroundings of The Garden Cinema, a hidden gem in the heart of Covent Garden. We have hosted many unforgettable film screenings there, and now return for our special winter celebration.  

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Location:


The Garden Cinema
39-41 Parker Street WC2B 5PQ
London
WC2B 5PQ

£70 - £250 All ticket proceeds from this event will go towards funding UIL’s programme of events, educational courses, and projects. 

Early Bird tickets available until the end of 9 November 2025.

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Monday 8 December, 2025
18:00 - 20:00

Private tour of Boris Mikhailov: Ukrainian Diary at The Photographers’ Gallery

Join us for a special private tour of UK’s first major retrospective of one of the most influential Ukrainian artists.

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Location:


The Photographers’ Gallery
16-18 Ramillies Street
London
W1F 7LW

Free

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Tuesday 9 December, 2025
18:30 - 20:00

Resistance | Istoria 2025

This seminar examines political identity, nationalism, and minority rights under imperial and authoritarian rule. It focuses on the historical and contemporary experiences of the Crimean Tatars as a case study in civic resistance.

Speakers:


  • Dr Mariia Shynkarenko, Institute for Human Sciences (Vienna).

Location:


ONLINE


General £35

Student £25

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Tuesday 16 December, 2025
18:30 - 20:00

Ideas of Ukraine | Istoria 2025

The concluding seminar reflects on how Ukrainian intellectuals—past and present—have shaped ideas of freedom, identity, and democracy, and discuss how historical visions of Ukraine can inspire responses to today’s challenges and generate ideas for the country’s future.

Speakers:


  • Dr Volodymyr Yermolenko, National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy.

Location:


ONLINE


General £35

Student £25

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Tuesday 28 October, 2025 - Tuesday 16 December, 2025
18:30 - 20:00

Istoria: lessons for the present | Full course

Join our new course on Ukrainian history.

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ONLINE


Early bird general: £240.00

Early bird student: £170.00

General Admission: £260.00

Student: £180.00

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Monday 8 December, 2025 - Friday 19 December, 2025
18:30 - 21:00

Ukrainian B1 Speaking & Communication Intensive | Online

This two-week speaking-focused Ukrainian intensive is designed to help learners strengthen their communication skills, gain confidence in conversation, and develop fluency through daily guided practice. The course is based on UIL’s Intermediate (B1) syllabus and has been adapted to suit learners with varied prior experience.

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Location:


ONLINE


£270 (online course)

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