Guardians of Heritage: Elzbieta Olzacka on Protecting Ukraine's Cultural Legacy During War

Join us for a compelling conversation with Dr. Elżbieta Olzacka, Assistant Professor at the Jagiellonian University in Krakow, as she sheds light on the emotional and challenging experiences of museum workers striving to safeguard Ukraine’s cultural heritage amidst the ravages of war.

In this episode of Studio Central and Eastern Europe, Dr. Olzacka speaks with Dr. Maryna Shevtsova of KU Leuven of how these efforts resonate beyond Ukraine, offering lessons Europe can learn from. This conversation explores the resilience of cultural mobilization in the face of conflict and the broader implications for cultural policy across Europe.

Dr. Olzacka participates in the project HER-UKR: Challenges and opportunities for EU heritage diplomacy in Ukraine, led by KU Leuven and co-funded by the EU.