WhatTookYouSoLong

What Took You So Long? is a team of multimedia storytellers dedicated to showcasing unsung heroes and untold stories. Filmed in 188+ countries.

[Ambassador Annika Ben David @SwedeninAT]

On 4th anniversary, with @KyivIndependent @YOUkraineEU @UKRinAUT our screening of ‘Can You Hear Me?’ Olena Zashko’s and Francis Farrell’s extraordinary documentary on 🇺🇦 medics on mental health retreat in 🇸🇪 + panel w @repower_ngo co-founder Sebastian Lindström #StandWithUkraine

[Utrikesdepartementet @Utrikesdep]

Frontsjukvårdare i Ukraina räddar liv varje dag, ofta med stora risker för sin egen säkerhet.

I veckan träffade utrikesminister @MariaStenergard ukrainska sjukvårdare och representanter från organisationen Repower. Repower erbjuder fysisk och psykisk återhämtning för ukrainska frontsjukvårdare, bland annat genom resor till Sverige.

Sveriges stöd har bidragit till återhämtningsvistelser för över 400 personer, och stödet fortsätter.  #StandwithUkraine

[Repower Charitable Foundation @repower_ngo]

We were honored to welcome MSB Director-General @MikaelFrisell during Repower’s recovery program in Sweden for Ukrainian frontline medics.
The open and meaningful exchange — a space for questions, shared experience, and mutual learning — mattered deeply to our participants working under constant pressure at the front line.
Deep gratitude to @MSBse for its continued partnership and support.

[Repower Charitable Foundation @repower_ngo]

UNITED24 Media has published a detailed article about Repower — and we’re genuinely grateful for this recognition.

[Repower Charitable Foundation @repower_ngo]

One of the most important days of the Repower program: an exchange with Swedish colleagues grounded in trust, dialogue, and partnership.
We were honored to welcome Pål Jonson @PlJonson , Sweden’s Minister of Defence. Ukrainian frontline medics had the chance to speak openly, share their experience, and feel genuine solidarity and support from Sweden.
Grateful to our partners and friends for making this day possible.
This is how a shared, resilient future is built. 🇺🇦🇸🇪

[Ukraine in Sweden @UKRinSWE]

Incredible stories of Ukrainian medics who save lives under unimaginable conditions.

[UNITED24 Media @United24media]

Ukraine’s medics risk everything to save others. Now we follow how they fight to recover.
https://t.co/WvJX8Eh21t

[Repower Charitable Foundation @repower_ngo]

Today we had the honour of meeting Sweden’s Minister for Foreign Affairs – from a country that has once again become a safe harbour for the mental recovery of our military medics and doctors. We spoke openly about the challenges, risks, and needs to continue this fight.

@MariaStenergard shared that Sweden’s support is strong – and will stand with Ukraine not only until victory, but also beyond, to ensure lasting peace with real security guarantees.

Grateful for this solidarity – and hopeful that more countries will follow Sweden’s example. 🇺🇦🇪🇺🇸🇪

#Ukraine #Sweden #RepowerNGO

[Repower Charitable Foundation @repower_ngo]

Today, Repower participants had the honour of meeting with the Swedish Minister of Defence @PlJonson
He carefully listened to the needs of Ukrainian combat medics — directly from those working on the front lines.
Such meetings help build deeper understanding and strengthen our cooperation.
We are truly grateful to @ForsvarsdepSv for the unwavering and consistent support of Ukraine.

[Repower Charitable Foundation @repower_ngo]

On World Mental Health Day, we emphasize the urgent need for psychological recovery for our frontline medics. Support those who save lives! Donate here: https://t.co/1mCvAyKJqV

🎥: Mykola Kulina #WorldMentalHealthDay #RepowerNGO #SupportUkraine

[Alexander Kamyshin @AKamyshin]

Great story about Ukrainian FPV drones - a gamechanger in this war.

[WhatTookYouSoLong @wtysl]

No words to express the depth of our sorrow… it’s still hard to believe, that such beautiful human beings were killed by IDF, together with other 30,000 people in this invasion. #ForeverInOurMemories

[World Central Kitchen @WCKitchen]

“These are the heroes of WCK. These 7 beautiful souls were killed by the IDF in a strike as they were returning from a full day's mission. Their smiles, laughter, and voices are forever embedded in our memories.” - Erin Gore, CEO. Read more: https://t.co/4f38RQ1l4I

[WhatTookYouSoLong @wtysl]

Heartbroken by the loss of our friends, seven @WCKitchen team members. Aid workers should NEVER be targets. Sending love to their families. The world needs to demand a #ceasefire!

[WhatTookYouSoLong @wtysl]

“The initiatives of our ancestors from our communities can save our #Pachamama,” is how Indigenous youth from the Uru community perceive their purpose. We see our mission in showing you these tireless efforts. #EquatorPrize #NatureBasedSolutions

[WhatTookYouSoLong @wtysl]

A moment of connection and reflection on set as our Swedish branch #Terran worked to tell the incredible story of Ngei family. ‘Daughter to Daughter’ highlights the transformative #impact of @handinhandsweden & @handinhandkenya

[WhatTookYouSoLong @wtysl]

Exciting news! 📽️ Our latest film, #DaughtertoDaughter, was born in the heart of Kenya, a collaboration with @handinhandswe and @HandinHandEA 🌍 We're proud to have our Swedish branch, Terran, bring this heartwarming story to life https://t.co/J8xvLtzsWb

[WhatTookYouSoLong @wtysl]

📸 As we share these #BehindTheScenes moments, we're reminded that our life's purpose is to bring these stories to you. From the important places where the true essence of #humanity shines, where generosity of the people humble our team. #WCK #MoroccoEarthquake #Documentary

[WhatTookYouSoLong @wtysl]

6.8 earthquake struck #Morocco over two weeks ago. In response, @WCKitchen sprang into action, swiftly reaching remote mountain communities by air and land. We’re honored to document this incredible journey of resilience and compassion, witnessing dedication to #HumanitarianAid🙌

[Chef José Andrés 🕊️🥘🍳 @chefjoseandres]

The caring spirit of Moroccans is so clear in every community @wckitchen has been in since the earthquake...in such a hard time, neighbors are helping eachother. A beautiful country...I hope we can all visit to support the people, the economy, as they recover! #ChefsForMorocco

[WhatTookYouSoLong @wtysl]

Filming day in beautiful Minya, Egypt with filmmaker Nadine Yasser, guided by remote producer @Riham_ez. Nawah theater use interactive art to empower and educate on reproductive health issues. Stay tuned for the full video series! 🌟 #ReproductiveHealth