Valentyna Aksonova

Comms analyst at @UNDPUkraine , Ex-Stratcomms advisor to Ministry of culture and info policy of Ukraine, LSE alumna. Views my own.

[Valentyna Aksonova @ValentynaAkson1]

Ukrainians in north Kyiv are trying to leave occupied villages. After walking for 20 miles under shootings, people are crossing freezing waters of Irpin river near Dymer.they left they homes behind, cause there were no food left and russians started terrorizing locals.#Ukraine

[UNDP Ukraine 🇺🇦 @UNDPUkraine]

🗣 "If you’re sick, you stay home to avoid spreading the virus. It’s the same with disinformation — pause before sharing," says Valentyna Aksonova, Communications Analyst at @UNDPUkraine.

In #HerVoiceHerPower, she shares:
🔹 How to explain media literacy to kids
🔹 Her one golden rule in media literacy
🔹 What to do if someone close to you spreads fakes

Find out more in her interview for the #HerVoiceHerPower campaign.

This is a joint campaign conducted by @UNDP, @CforCD, and @JPEmbUA.
#IWD2025

[Valentyna Aksonova @ValentynaAkson1]

Blessed to be doing such an important job for #Ukraine and to be among such a fantastic bunch of women, who inspire me every day @CforCD @UNDPUkraine

[Melissa Fleming 🇺🇳 @MelissaFleming]

These women in Ukraine are not only actively involved in the fight against disinformation – they are leading it.

@UNDP's Her Voice Her Power initiative highlights profiles of Ukrainian women who are fighting information threats every day. https://t.co/05wBkhCT1W

[Valentyna Aksonova @ValentynaAkson1]

Blessed to work together with such fantastic women. Follow @UNDPUkraine and @CforCD to know more about women countering disinformation in Ukraine. All through the March we’ll be publishing interviews with superwomen working in info security, media and opinion leaders #IWD2025

[UNDP Ukraine 🇺🇦 @UNDPUkraine]

Women in Ukraine confront fake news & manipulation every day, fostering security and unity of Ukrainians. Ahead of #IWD2025, together with the 🇺🇦Center for Countering Disinformation @CforCD and 🇯🇵@JPEmbUA, we’re launching #HerVoiceHerPower campaign to share their stories. Stay tuned for a series of interviews!

[Valentyna Aksonova @ValentynaAkson1]

@davidaxelrod What is their next move?help Putin with US troops in Ukraine, because comrad cannot bear it any longer by himself?

[Valentyna Aksonova @ValentynaAkson1]

📚 Did you know that Ukraine’s first Minister of Foreign Affairs spokesperson was a woman? 🇺🇦 This and other fascinating historical facts are now accessible digitally! Dive into the newly launched Diplomatic e-Archive by @MFA_Ukraine, supported by @UNDPUkraine & @JPEmbUA:

[UNDP Ukraine 🇺🇦 @UNDPUkraine]

The first Diplomatic e-Archive has been launched in 🇺🇦, initiated by @MFA_Ukraine with support from @UNDPUkraine & @JPEmbUA. The archive collects diplomatic documents dating back to 1917. Explore via the link: https://t.co/2qTKGDs7Fx

[Valentyna Aksonova @ValentynaAkson1]

This year was tough, but moments like this make it all worth it. Seeing children from frontline communities in Lviv on Saint Nicolas day reminds us why we keep going. Their resilience is our hope. #undp #ukraine

[UNDP Ukraine 🇺🇦 @UNDPUkraine]

18 children from the frontline Kupiansk, #Kharkiv Oblast, who won the 2024 All-Ukrainian Media Literacy Lesson by the national media literacy project "Filter" @MKIPUkraine, @suspilne_news, @UNDP & @JPEmbUA, spent three unforgettable days in Lviv. They visited the Academy of Suspilne Media, museums, performances, & even met St. Nicholas😍 https://t.co/0TeU0nMXMb

[Valentyna Aksonova @ValentynaAkson1]

This Christmas Eve in Kyiv, the thick fog wraps the city, mirroring the uncertainty we all feel as we face an unknown future. Exhausted but steadfast, we may not know what lies ahead, but we are unwavering in who we are and proud of what we have accomplished.#Christmas #Ukraine

[Jaco Cilliers @jaco_cilliers]

Great discussion today with Minister @tochytskyi and @MKIPUkraine on advancing strategic communications and media literacy in Ukraine. At @UNDPUkraine, we’re committed to empowering communities to counter disinformation and foster resilience.

[Valentyna Aksonova @ValentynaAkson1]

Happy to be the part of this great achievement. Recently @MCIPUkraine presented its Strategy for Media Literacy Development until 2026. Such a crucial step in strengthening resilience of 🇺🇦ppl to info threats.

[UNDP Ukraine 🇺🇦 @UNDPUkraine]

📄Ministry of Culture and Information Policy of Ukraine @MCIPUkraine has presented its Strategy for media literacy development until 2026, developed with support of @UNDPUkraine & @JPEmbUA to enhance #medialiteracy & tackle disinformation in 🇺🇦. More: https://t.co/YlnCRyDIt0

[Valentyna Aksonova @ValentynaAkson1]

Just a random fence near Gostomel, Kyiv region. What story can you tell? #UkraineWar #war #ukraine #kyiv #gostomel #bucha

[Valentyna Aksonova @ValentynaAkson1]

In war-torn Ukraine, the National Media Literacy Strategy is paramount. It ensures information security, builds resilience, and paves the way for recovery. Interesting and important work lies ahead! 🇺🇦💪 #MediaLiteracy #InformationSecurity #Ukraine #UNDP

[UNDP Ukraine 🇺🇦 @UNDPUkraine]

1/4 Amidst a full-scale war, the “Filter” National Media Literacy Project continues strengthening Ukrainians' info resilience. With support from @UNDP and the gov'ts of Japan and Germany “Filter” launched work on a National Media Literacy Strategy. @JPEmbUA, @GermanyinUA

[Valentyna Aksonova @ValentynaAkson1]

iVerify is UNDP’s automated fact-checking tool that can be used to identify false information and prevent and mitigate its spread. It is supported through the UNDP Chief Digital Office and the UNDP Brussels-based Task Force on Electoral Assistance. #undp

[UN Development @UNDP]

Misinformation, disinformation & hate speech threaten peace & security, disproportionately affecting those who are already vulnerable.

iVerify is our automated fact-checking tool that can help identify false information & prevent its spread.

#NoToHate https://t.co/ura33T718V

[Valentyna Aksonova @ValentynaAkson1]

While continuing work on the ground UN agencies in 🇺🇦 are committed to bringing the voice of the 🇺🇦 people to the UN. Today @UN_Ukraine Head Denise Brown met Anna, the Ukrainian Students for Freedom leader, during their peaceful demonstration in front of the UN office in Kyiv.

[UN Ukraine @UN_Ukraine]

Dialogue is at the heart of the United Nations. As is amplifying voices. @UN_Ukraine head Denise Brown met today with Anna, who represents the organization Ukrainian Students for Freedom. She is committed to continuing discussions with them.

[Sergiy Kyslytsya 🇺🇦 @SergiyKyslytsya]

UN Security Council will meet today at the request of Ukraine sent to the UAE Presidency of the UNSC at 8.00 am to discuss blow up of the dam of the Kakhovka Hydroelectrical Power in temporarily occupied Kherson region Watch live 4.00 pm/23.00 Kyiv 6 June.
https://t.co/fCd14K9r2D

[Valentyna Aksonova @ValentynaAkson1]

Our common grief is bottomless, but our strength and mutual support knows no bounds. #NovaKahkovka #Kherson #Ukraine #war #StopRussiaNOW illustration by Valentyna Romanova

[Valentyna Aksonova @ValentynaAkson1]

Not a good morning in Kyiv. Third attack in last 24 hours. one person died, three injured. All the facilities targeted are civilian.#war #ukraine #kyiv #russia

[Valentyna Aksonova @ValentynaAkson1]

Sharing some examples of the traditional Ukrainian embroidered shirts #Vyshyvanka from different regions of Ukraine: 1) Gadyach, Poltava region 2)Verkhovyna, Ivano-Frankivsk region, 3)Borshtiv, Ternopil region, 4)Chernihiv region. Happy #VyshyvankaDay to everyone💙💛

[Valentyna Aksonova @ValentynaAkson1]

Today is #Vyshyvankaday in 🇺🇦 Despite all the dangers, this unique piece of Ukrainian cultural heritage successfully survived, and what is more continues to develop. New ornaments & styles appear every year, brining together the rethinking of traditional culture and fashion.

[UNDP Ukraine 🇺🇦 @UNDPUkraine]

Happy #VyshyvankaDay from @UNDP #Ukraine!

Today the world celebrates Ukrainian national embroidered shirts - their intricate designs, ornaments, & colours - each unique to a Ukrainian region.

Culture and tradition are a source of resilience and hope in times of war and crisis.

[Valentyna Aksonova @ValentynaAkson1]

@bonkologist @BRHsum Never believe a word they say.