Kharkiv

Liudmyla is an USF activist. Her hometown is Kharkiv. She spent part of her school years at a private school, where she completed two grades in one year. In 2025, she entered V. N. Karazin Kharkiv National University to study Germanic languages and literature (B11.041).
She is actively involved in civic life: participates in project activities, joins protests, and volunteers. She learned about the USL in 2024 at a lecture on libertarianism in one of Karazin's spaces – that's when she became interested in joining the USF. In 2025, she applied for the Leadership Program and began her journey with the organization.
Learning is a real passion for her. She is also fascinated by the study of cultures, history, and languages, and she loves to do art, especially photography.

«For me, true freedom is closely linked to a deep sense of responsibility and a relentless struggle for the rights and dignity of others.

"To be free is not merely to cast off one's chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others"
©Nelson Mandela»

I was born and have lived my entire life in Kharkiv. Since childhood, I’ve been passionate about politics and driven by a desire to make my country better. Currently, I’m studying psychology at Simon Kuznets Kharkiv National University of Economics, but I haven’t abandoned my political ambitions. I find deep joy in exploring the world and understanding the people within it.

“The last of the human freedoms — to choose one’s attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one’s own way.” Viktor Frankl.

Andrii is an activist of the USS. He was born in the city of Kharkiv, where he finished school. After the 9th grade, he entered a college majoring in Railway Transport. After successfully graduating from college, he entered the Ukrainian State University of Railway Transport, where he began to take an interest in science, namely: Smart technologies, acoustic detection systems, and information technologies in railway transport.
Since 2022, he has been actively engaged in student and public activities.

«For me, freedom is a complete sense of safety — when you are confident that nothing threatens your life or the lives of your loved ones».

Mariia is an ordinary girl who has lived in Kharkiv all her life. She graduated from high school here and is currently studying at the S. Kuznets Kharkiv University of Economics, majoring in Publishing and Printing. She has always had creative abilities and was involved in various clubs. After the full-scale invasion began, she was influenced by the work of MUR, Schmalhausen, and other new Ukrainian groups and performances in theaters. She began to be more interested in Ukrainian cultural history and learn more about it.

She joined the Leadership Program in 2025 thanks to my friend. There she met the libertarian movement and became interested in it.

"Freedom is what allows you to breathe freely, and USF is what helps you do that. USF is the future that inspires and develops, and provides new opportunities".

Polly was born and lives in Kharkiv. She received secondary education and graduated from music school. She is currently studying in the 2nd year of the educational program "production and art curation" at the Kharkiv Academy of Design and Arts. In 2023, she actively participated in the academic team "KSADA PRODUCTION", and is currently the cameraman of the musical group "Okazia". Polina has been at the USF since 24, where she and the team are working on a project related to freedom and art, the theme of which she wants to develop in the future. For me, the USF it’s a large community of like-minded people united by the desire to change our country for the better. In addition, here I gain valuable experience, new knowledge, cool acquaintances, and can realize my potential.

Freedom is not a goal, but a constant movement.

Oleksandr is a USL activist. He grew up and graduated from school in Nova Kakhovka. From 2020 to 2024, he studied and received a bachelor's degree in Public Administration and Management at the University of HNUE named after Semen Kuznets. He joined the libertarian movement through the Leadership Program in 2024. He was an organizer of educational events on "Combating Human Trafficking" for grades 7-11. He created and implemented activities aimed at developing youth space under the "Long-term Volunteering" program from the NGO BUR.

For me, freedom is the key to the development of both an individual and a conscious nation, because in its conditions everyone has the opportunity to freely express their thoughts and ideas. And these very ideas of freedom unite young people to change, which is the main engine of progress. And I share these values, because you can develop in a community that wants to constantly develop and become better.

Tanya is an activist of the Kharkiv branch of the USF. She studies at Kharkiv Lyceum No. 160. She joined the USF in 2024, when she got to their Mises Tour event in Kharkiv. At that time, the Leadership Program’s active PR campaign was ongoing, and Tanya decided to take a chance and submit her application. That’s how she got to the Congress in August and came to adore the USF. She works as a beta reader at the publishing house «Vikhola». She also joined the free samizdat “Zin” as an author and editor of articles, joined the V traditional USF campaign, became a copywriter in the communications team of the Kharkiv branch, went through the USF Project School, and much, much more. A special place in her heart is devoted to reading, music, photography, and writing. And she loves her mentor very much.

I have always valued freedom, it was one of the factors in my idea of ​​a happy life. After I joined the USF, I discovered freedom in a different way. It is something that is impossible without. It is freedom that allows you to live as happily as you imagine.

Kostiantyn spent 15 years playing hockey, becoming a champion of Ukraine, winning multiple international tournaments, and spending one season in the USA, where he played for the East Coast Spartans in Boston, Massachusetts. As of 2024, he is pursuing a Master's degree in Management. Over the past five years, he has been actively involved in businesses and startups, with the last four years deeply engaged in the blockchain and cryptocurrency sector. Kostiantyn co-founded OSTOLEX, where he leads a team of 15 people. Throughout his career, he has participated in nearly 30 hackathons and six case challenges organized by Big Four companies and venture funds. For the past six months, Kostiantyn has worked as a consultant at KPMG but plans to leave the company to fully dedicate himself to his entrepreneurial projects. Previously, he gained experience in business development and project management. In his free time, he plays guitar and has been a member of two rock bands.

Freedom is a fundamental value for me, providing the ability to define my own path in life. It represents the right to choose, the responsibility for my actions, and the power to shape my future without coercion. Freedom opens the door to self-fulfillment, creativity, and harmony with oneself and the world.

Hanna is a native of Kharkiv, where she has lived and studied her entire life. She is currently pursuing a degree in Architecture and Urban Planning at the O.M. Beketov National University of Urban Economy in Kharkiv. Her interests lie in art, social activism, and urban development. Actively engaged in Kharkiv's cultural and social life, Hanna strives to be an integral part of her city's community. She strongly believes in the values of human freedom, dignity, diversity, and freedom of expression—principles that form the foundation of her civic engagement.

"Freedom is not merely a right, but the responsibility of each of us to create a space where respect for dignity and diversity becomes the norm."

Mykola was born near the town of Kharkov. Having come to the libertarian revolution on the cob of 2021. The organization has more than 150 visits in the Kharkiv region. The USS came to light recently, around 2024. At the beginning of the large-scale invasion, I began volunteering - creating and distributing humanitarian aid throughout the Kharkiv region and the deoccupied territories. Having been an assistant to the people's deputy and deputies of the local councils. He will continue his active work for the sake of Freedom.

For me, Freedom is freedom to choose, absolutely. Because a hopeless situation occurs only in the event that you have gained freedom, you have been driven into a corner.
Freedom is free. As in thoughts, so in actions, and at the boundaries of the reasonable.

Anna grew up in Kharkiv. She is studying international information and international communications at the V.N. Karazin Kharkiv National University, where she founded her project, "Political Cabaret." Through this initiative, she interviews politicians, diplomats, volunteers, and individuals who actively shape Ukraine's progress. She collaborates with a team of dedicated individuals who help her create and manage social media content. Anna is also an active member of the Student Council, where she oversees the media communications department. She aspires to play a greater role in determining Ukraine's development vector and exert influence as part of the nation's youth. For Anna, the Studfreedom represents not just opportunities, but a platform to make a meaningful impact on Ukraine's future.

Ukrainian Students for Freedom is a community of active youth that strives to establish freedom as a fundamental value in society. For me, freedom means respecting the rights of others, their dignity, and the rule of law. It means on acting obligated to follow the regulations and respect one's history. It means not being afraid to do business, to speak one's mind, to influence the development of the state, and to understand that you are a part of this society and its future depends only on you.

Mariyka - volunteer, active, project manager. She had been living a saturated land stability life in Kharkiv before twenty years old. Then lived in Mariupol, Kyiv, Ternopil, Khmelnytskyi, and Sambir. Graduate ULA '2022 (Mariupol center). Master of public management and administration. Completed an internship at Khmelnytskyi and Sambir city's council.

«The idea of liberty it's about love and respect for freedom of choice».