Before the war, Anastasiia was a student at Sumy State University. She was deeply involved in various aspects of university life and passionate about music, attending singing, drum classes, and even composing her own songs. It was a time of growth, creativity, and a strong sense of belonging to her community. The onset of war changed everything. Fleeing the conflict, Anastasiia found refuge in West Sussex. Adjusting to her new life was made easy thanks to the friendliness of the support group she has here.

I’m very grateful to the UK for the opportunity to be in a safe place like West Sussex.