A PANEL DISCUSSION, EXHIBIT AND FILM SCREENING EXPLORING THE PATH FORWARD IN REBUILDING AND REIMAGINING UKRAINIAN CITIES THROUGH EDUCATION AND CAPACITY BUILDING.

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As the conflict in Ukraine continues, the Kharkiv School of Architecture (KhSA) continues to operate at its temporary home in Lviv, educating the young minds that will help shape Ukraine’s cities during the period of reconstruction that will follow the war. On Saturday March 23, 2024 students and friends of KhSA are organizing a one-day event at Pratt Institute in New York City, in an effort to raise awareness of the school within the context of the war, its displacement and its relevance to future reconstruction efforts. For the event, we wish to bring together a group of individuals that can speak to the impacts of war on the architectural discipline. The event is made possible by Razom Ukraine and Help Ukraine Operation Palyanytsya (HUOP). HUOP is a US 501c3 not for profit humanitarian aid organization of the Internal Revenue Code (EIN 92-3404575). No goods or services were provided in exchange for your financial donation. Donations are tax deductible to the extent allowable by law.

PLEASE CONSIDER DONATING TO THE KHARKIV SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE:

The Kharkiv School of Architecture needs your support to train a new cohort of built environment professionals to address Ukraine’s current challenges for shelter and housing and plan for its postwar reconstruction. Every donation – large or small – helps keep KhSA’s doors open and its students in classes. We are also raising funds for a new Masters Program.

Schedule

→ 10:00 AM: Exhibit of student work opens (free)

→ 12:00 PM: Film screening: The Architects of Hope: The First Steps in Rebuilding Ukraine (free)

→ 1:30 PM: Film screening: Evacuation - Relocating the Kharkiv School of Architecture (free)

→ 2:00 PM: Live event begins, remarks and panel discussion (free)

→ 4:00 PM: Reception, light fare served (free)

→ 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM Benefactors Reception (minimum $200 donation required)

Join us after the event for the Benefactors Reception at the New School in Manhattan. Minimum $200 donation required to attend.

ABOUT THE DISCUSSION

In the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, cities and communities have faced unprecedented challenges, leading to a profound re-evaluation of urban priorities. This crucial moment in history not only highlights the devastating impacts of “urbicide” but also opens a discourse on the resilience and future prospects of urban landscapes under threat. In support of the Kharkiv School of Architecture (KhSA), this event aims to bring together architects, urban planners, designers, and thought leaders to explore the path forward in rebuilding and reimagining Ukrainian cities through education and capacity building.

DISCUSSION TOPICS:

The re-evaluation of urban priorities in Ukraine due to Russia’s Invasion.
What has been lost; and future prospects around the question of “urbicide” in general.
How the Kharkiv School of Architecture has shifted its curriculum to prepare young designers for the challenges of reconstruction.
How Ukrainian designers are fighting to retain representation in decisions shaping the future of the built environment in Ukrainian cities.
An exploration of sustainable approaches to planning, conservation, construction and reconstruction.

PANELISTS:

(Moderator) Robert Mull, Director of Quality and Innovation, Publica, Architect, Former Director of Architecture and Dean of the Cass Faculty of Art
Richard Plunz, Professor of Architecture, GSAPP, Founder & Director, Urban Design Lab
Sasha Topolnytska, Adjunct Lecturer, Spitzer School of Architecture at City College of New York, Visiting Assistant Professor, Pratt Institute
Brent Ryan, Vice Provost & Professor of Urban Design and Public Policy, MIT
Vladimir Belogolovsky, Principal, Intercontinental Curatorial Project
Eve Blau, Director, Davis Center for Russian and Eurasian Studies, Co-Director, Harvard Mellon Urban Initiative, Adjunct Professor, Harvard GSD
Oleg Drozdov, Co-Founder and President, KhSA
Iryna Matsevko, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, KhSA
Ryan Locke, M.A. Program Director, KhSA
KhSA Students via Zoom connection

This event is made possible by:

Razom for Ukraine
Help Ukraine Operation Palyanytsya

Charity Event for Kharkiv School of Architecture

A charity event to support students from the Kharkiv School of Architecture & the resilience of the Ukrainian people.