Mariia has resided in Switzerland since 2016. Holding a master's degree in economics, she has built a successful career in the banking industry and has worked as an IT business analyst at Nestlé.

Additionally, Mariya ventured into entrepreneurship by founding her own business. From 2022 to 2024, she worked as a project manager at Ukraine Reborn in Switzerland, emphasizing professional development and innovation.

She is the author and manager of the Women's Empowerment project, which was conducted in Lausanne and Geneva.

"For me, charity is about creating favorable conditions and a safe environment where people can build their peaceful lives."

Motto: Restoring hope!

Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Iryna joined our Foundation as a volunteer at the start of our initial volunteer projects. With over 20 years of administrative and managerial experience in the customs and legal fields, she later took on the main tasks of establishing relationships and communication with donors.

As a photographer, she is tasked with creating photo reports for IvAlive events.

As a professional coach in the realms of life and transformational coaching, as well as business/team coaching, Irina boasts more than 200 individual and team coaching sessions. She offers individual coaching sessions on a volunteer basis at our Foundation for Ukrainians who have temporarily relocated to Switzerland.

"For me, charity is a manifestation of God's love, for people, animals, or the planet, depending on the area of charity. This is my social utility."

Motto: Help as much as you can, in word, deed, or money, if there is a need!

Bogdana is currently a student at the University of Geneva - Webster University and Vadym Hetman Kyiv National Economic University (KNEU) in Ukraine.

"For me, charity means helping those in need without expecting any benefit in return. It's important to me because I believe in the significance of collective support and assistance for Ukrainians who need it."

Motto: Together we can do more; one good deed can change the world!

Viktoriia has been deeply involved in teaching and research in the field of music theory for a long time.

In addition to her teaching endeavors, Viktoriia sang in the choir of the Dnipro Opera and Ballet Theater and performed as a soloist at the Dnipro House of Organ and Chamber Music. She thoroughly enjoys imparting her knowledge to young choristers, inspiring them, and seeing their happy faces, as well as being a part of the development of children’s talents.

"My favorite childhood cartoon is 'Just for fun'. It featured a beautiful bouquet of flowers being given away for nothing, creating a good mood. For me, this exemplifies how sharing from the bottom of my heart first and foremost brings pleasure to myself. This is what charity means to me."

Motto: The more you give, the more you get!

After the full-scale invasion, she moved to Switzerland. She became acquainted with the IvAlive Foundation through the foundation's social projects and then joined the team as a content creator and photographer.

"Charity helps people unite to achieve a common goal: share their resources and time to improve the lives of others."

Motto: Doing good is easy: small steps lead to great achievements!

Svitlana est diplômée en ingénierie et en droit.

Au début de l'invasion à grande échelle, en février 2022, avec sa fille Ivanna, qui est la fondatrice de la fondation, et leur famille, elle a organisé des rassemblements et des événements caritatifs en faveur de l'Ukraine en Suisse. Elle a envoyé de l'aide humanitaire, des vêtements et des biens de première nécessité pour apporter un soutien vital à son pays. Elle a également soutenu activement et régulièrement les personnes handicapées et les personnes âgées en Ukraine.

Actuellement, avec le soutien de la fondation, Svitlana organise et met en œuvre des événements et des programmes caritatifs en faveur des Ukrainiens déplacés à l'intérieur de la Suisse.

"Pour moi, la charité est l'expression de l'amour et de la bonté envers les autres, reflétant le désir d'aider et de soutenir ceux qui sont dans le besoin. Non seulement elle change des vies pour le mieux, mais elle cultive aussi en nous des qualités qui nous rapprochent de Dieu.

Devise : Par des actes d'amour, nous manifestons la lumière qui unit les cœurs !

Tetiana is professionally a cook.

Just a few days after the war started, she arrived in Switzerland with her children. With no acquaintances in the country, she sought out Ukrainian women for companionship. She discovered a small club where Ukrainian women met and there she learned about the IvAlive charity foundation. "I wanted to help however I could and meet new people (it's easier that way: you realize you're not alone and that you can be of use, even in small ways)."

She later joined the foundation's projects as a volunteer.

"The IvAlive Foundation is doing tremendous work, and it's up to us to help and support each other."

"For me, charity means being helpful, contributing, and not staying on the sidelines."

Motto: Selfless assistance to those in need!

Oksana holds degrees in International Economics and Psychology.

In 2013, she graduated as a psychologist and opened a psychological center in the heart of Kyiv. As she developed her business, she began writing articles and posting them online. This exposure led to invitations for Oksana to appear on television and radio as a psychologist. She later completed several business coach training programs and began conducting training sessions and workshops for groups ranging from 10 to 5,000 people. Her expertise includes time management, people management, and change management.
In 2017, Oksana was honored as the Professional of the Year among business coaches in Ukraine. On August 24, 2019, during Ukraine's Independence Day celebrations, Oksana and the Bogushtime team created the world's largest Dream Map, setting a World Record by creating and documenting over a hectare of dream maps.

After the full-scale invasion of Ukraine began, Oksana moved to Switzerland and started volunteering. She organized various events, workshops, and conducted over 200 coaching sessions for Ukrainian refugees in Switzerland.

In 2023, she joined the ivAlive Foundation team as the main speaker for the Women's Empowerment program aimed at proactive Ukrainian women in Lausanne and Geneva.

Oksana also conducts in-person workshops for ivAlive, Jewish Culture Swiss in Bern, Ecublens Comune in English, UA Center UKRAINE REBORN, Montreux, and Versua.

“For me, Charity is an integral part of everyone on Earth, be it a person, company, or corporation. The only variable is the scale. Everyone feels the need to help others and chooses how to do it in their own way."

Motto: Make strong people happy!

It may sound strange to some, but it’s true because only strong people strive to be the best version of themselves. Others are content with how things are. So, when strong people seek my help, my job is to energize them and help them embark on new journeys.

Mariia is a specialist in immigration and labor law, providing support to Ukrainian refugees in Switzerland on employment-related matters. In 2024, she became part of the IvAlive Charitable Foundation team.

“Charity, to me, is first and foremost about social responsibility for those who are in a position to help. We can't expect the government to handle everything, as governments often need support from community organizations, foundations, and associations as well.”

Motto: "Charity isn’t just about being kind or wanting to help—it needs to be well-organized and professional. Whenever possible, it should involve specialists like lawyers, psychologists, and others to be truly effective and make a real difference."

Vadym is deeply involved in volunteer work, collaborating with the IvAlive Charitable Foundation and other organizations focused on helping Ukrainians. He also contributes to children's camps, where he assists and leads various workshops.

"For me, volunteering is a way to share my energy, be part of a community, and apply my skills where they’re needed most."

Motto: "Do what you can, with what you have, wherever you are!"

Yevhen holds a bachelor’s degree in physical education and sports and is a rowing coach.

Since the start of the full-scale war, Yevhen has been actively involved in helping Ukrainian refugees who sought shelter in Switzerland. After the IvAlive Charitable Foundation was established, he joined as a volunteer and has been engaged in various projects and initiatives.

“For me, charity means taking action to help and protect those who are most vulnerable and in need. It’s about making society more compassionate, where people recognize the suffering of others and are willing to extend a helping hand, no matter the differences or obstacles. This work restores my faith in humanity and makes the world a little kinder and fairer. Ultimately, charity gives me a chance to live out my values and find meaning in what I do, both in my work and life in general. Coming together with like-minded people to pursue a common goal builds confidence in our ability to make a positive difference in the world."

Motto: "Help, because you can!”