Welcome to the Portrait Ukraine Project

At Spotlight Ukraine, we are dedicated to harnessing the power of personal storytelling to support Ukraine. By partnering with photojournalist Allan Mestel for the Portrait Ukraine Project, we aim to illuminate the personal stories of those deeply affected by Ukraine’s enduring struggle to preserve its freedom, democracy, and cultural heritage. Together, we are advancing the Portrait Ukraine project, sharing stories of those significantly impacted by the war. We celebrate the Unsung Heroes who work tirelessly day in and day out to support those in need. We also honor the fallen heroes, veterans, and soldiers currently fighting on the front lines.

Our aim with the Portrait Ukraine project is to keep Ukraine in the public consciousness through personal storytelling while documenting the truth of what is happening in Ukraine. We strive to engage audiences and inspire continued support for Ukraine, whether through donations to nonprofits, volunteer work, advocacy, or other means—both now and when it comes time to rebuild.

Read more about the Portrait Ukraine project here.