we are boristene
Boristene is a cultural association founded in Milan two years ago with the mission of promoting Ukrainian culture and history in Italy and across Europe.
For centuries, Ukraine was mistakenly seen as merely a part of Russia, while in reality, it has always been a distinct cultural and historical entity. Only now, amid war, is the world beginning to recognize Ukraine’s true role in shaping Eastern European civilization.
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OUR GOALS
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Our mission is to showcase the depth and diversity of Ukraine’s culture and history, emphasizing its rich heritage and global significance. Through our initiatives, we strive to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of Europe’s largest country.
We aim to promote tourism and business by highlighting Ukraine’s cultural heritage, economic potential, and investment opportunities. Through our initiatives, we connect global audiences with the country’s unique experiences and thriving industries.
We strive to restore Ukraine’s connections with the Western European cultural space, where it has belonged since the era of Kyivan Rus. Our initiatives emphasize Ukraine’s historical and cultural integration with Europe.
Boristene actively organizes conferences, lectures, and cultural events to share Ukraine’s story. We initiated the first Ukrainian cultural festival in Italy—a five-day event dedicated to Ukrainian history, arts, cinema, literature, and music.
From the very beginning of the war, we were also the first to arrange an exclusive interview with President Zelenskyy on Italy’s most-watched TV program of RAI Uno helping Italians better understand Ukraine and counter Russian propaganda narratives. In addition to promoting Ukrainian culture, our association works to debunk myths and distortions spread by Russian propaganda about Ukraine and Eastern Europe.
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Founder of BORISTENE
Svetlana Tereshchenko
Founder of BORISTENE
Svetlana Tereshchenko
Through our initiatives,
we strive to bring historical truth to light and foster a deeper appreciation of Ukraine’s cultural identity
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