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From Poetry to Paint: How Ukrainian Artist Olesia Miftahova Found Her Voice in Wales

At Caerphilly Library, several paintings by Ukrainian artist Olesia Miftahova hang on the walls—works she donated to thank the community that supported her family. Olesia is a mother of three who arrived in Wales last year and has since established herself as an active member of the local arts community…...

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How Ukrainian Café Ruta Kitchen in Neath Is Bringing Cultures Together

In the heart of Neath, Wales, a small Ukrainian café is quietly reshaping how locals discover and experience a culture once unfamiliar to them. Ruta Kitchen, opened by entrepreneurs who arrived in Wales following the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, has grown into much more than a restaurant. It’s a community…...

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Zerno Café — A Ukrainian Entrepreneurial Success Story in the Heart of Wrexham

In the centre of Wrexham, surrounded by historic Welsh buildings, stands a small café with a big story. Zerno Café is more than a place to grab a coffee — it is a symbol of resilience, home, and community. It was created by a Ukrainian family who arrived in Wales…...

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