Danish–Mykolaiv Partnership Days 2026

Activities through out Danish–Mykolaiv Partnership Days 2026

 

4-25 September – Interactive installation: Denmark–UNDP partnership

Location: Soborna square, Mykolaiv

An interactive cube installation showcasing the results of the partnership between Denmark and UNDP in Mykolaiv and Mykolaiv Oblast. Through key facts, figures and interactive content, the installation will demonstrate how Denmark’s support contributes to tangible recovery and reconstruction efforts and makes a difference in people’s lives.

7-9 September – Danish Days at Black Sea University, Save the Children

Location: Petro Mohyla Black Sea National University (BSU)

Through an immersive VR experience, visitors will be able to explore the reconstruction and rehabilitation of educational facilities in Mykolaiv and the Mykolaiv region. The experience will offer an insight into how educational spaces are being restored and improved to provide safer and more supportive learning environments for children.
Save the Children will also present a STEM laboratory with interactive robotics activities facilitated by experienced Education Facilitators, giving visitors an opportunity to learn more about innovative approaches to education.
The programme will also include an interactive photo opportunity with a specially designed branded frame, allowing visitors to capture a memorable moment from the event.

7-17 September – Photo exhibition: That’s What Friends – & Danish Engineers – Are For

Location: Continent Hotel, Mykolaiv

A photo exhibition presenting the work of volunteer engineers from Engineers Without Borders Denmark and their contribution to recovery projects in Mykolaiv and the surrounding region. Photos by Jeppe Nybroe, Head of Communication, Engineers Without Borders Denmark. The exhibition is located in the hotel lobby and is open to the public free of charge.

7-17 September – Photo exhibition: Women in humanitarian mine action

Location: Petro Mohyla Black Sea National University (BSU) / Soborna Street

A photo exhibition dedicated to women working in humanitarian mine action and demining in Ukraine. The exhibition consists of 14 display panels highlighting their work and experiences.
Please note: the exhibition will be out on 10 and 12 September. On 12 September, it will be on display in Soborna Street.

Activities on specific days of Danish–Mykolaiv Partnership Days Celebration

13:00-15:00 – Facts and Fakes: How to recognise disinformation

Location: Petro Mohyla Black Sea National University (BSU)
Organiser: Nordic Journalist Centre

A workshop for students and young people on how to detect fake news, misinformation, disinformation and propaganda – and how to distinguish reliable information from misleading or biased content.

16:00-17:00 – Documentary screening and discussion: 10 years of anti-corruption cooperation

Location: Petro Mohyla Black Sea National University (BSU)
Organiser: EUACI

Screening of a documentary ‘After the Era of Silence’ marking ten years of anti-corruption cooperation in Ukraine, followed by a panel discussion with invited speakers.

18:00-20:00 – Who Should Save the World If Not Engineers?

Location: Ukrainian-Danish Youth House (UDYH)
Organiser: Ukrainian-Danish Youth House (UDYH), Engineers Without Borders Denmark (EWB)

A special Danish Evening centred on the premiere screening of the documentary Who Should Save the World If Not Engineers? (1 hour 45 minutes), filmed and edited by Jeppe Nybroe. The film features interviews in Ukrainian, English and Danish and is subtitled in English. The screening will be followed by talks from EWB’s Secretary General, a Q&A with Danish volunteer engineers working in Ukraine, and informal networking. The event is open to the public; registration details are TBC.

11:00-15:00 – Activities for children and teenagers

Location: Soborna Street
Organiser: Save the Children

An entertainment and activity programme for children and teenagers as part of the City Day celebrations.
VR headsets will provide an interactive visual experience showcasing the reconstruction of educational facilities in Mykolaiv and Mykolaiv region. A STEM laboratory and robotics activities led by education facilitators, as well as an interactive photo zone.
An entertainment and activity programme for children and teenagers as part of the City Day celebrations.
VR headsets will provide an interactive visual experience showcasing the reconstruction of educational facilities in Mykolaiv and Mykolaiv region. A STEM laboratory and robotics activities led by education facilitators, as well as an interactive photo zone.

  1. Interactive Learning Zone for Children and Youth – featuring STEM education activities, robotics, LEGO, and VR experiences.
  2. Creative Learning Zone for Adults and Families – where parents and children can participate together in engaging workshops and hands-on activities.
  3. Relaxation and Psychosocial Support Zone – offering games and a comfortable space designed to promote wellbeing, relaxation, and psychosocial support. 

18:00 – Danish Day at the Ukrainian-Danish Youth House

Location: Ukrainian-Danish Youth House (UDYH)
Organiser: Ukrainian-Danish Youth House (UDYH) and partners

A full programme of activities celebrating Danish–Ukrainian cooperation, youth engagement and community participation.
The programme will include an interactive simulation game on community cooperation and democratic governance, organised by the EU Anti-Corruption Initiative (EUACI) for young people from across Mykolaiv region in cooperation with the Mykolaiv Regional State Administration.

Photo exhibition: Women in humanitarian mine action

Location: Soborna Street
Organiser: DanChurchAid (DCA)

An outdoor photo exhibition highlighting the work of women involved in humanitarian mine action and demining in Ukraine.

Information and activity tents

Location: Soborna Street
Organiser: Danish Red Cross and Ukrainian Red Cross

Information and activity tents showcasing the broad range of humanitarian and community-based work carried out jointly by the Danish Red Cross and Ukrainian Red Cross.

13:00-15:00 – Strategising Mykolaiv

Location: Ukrainian-Danish Youth House (UDYH)
Organiser: ActionAid Eastern Europe

An interactive session inviting young people to explore different possibilities for the future development of Mykolaiv.
Participants will work with possible scenarios for the city and develop strategic-thinking skills that can be applied in everyday life as well as in professional and project work.

14:00-17:00 – Film screening: Who Should Save the World If Not Engineers?

Location: Petro Mohyla Black Sea National University (BSU)
Organiser: Engineers Without Borders Denmark (EWB)

Screening of the documentary Who Should Save the World If Not Engineers? (1 hour 45 minutes), filmed and edited by Jeppe Nybroe, followed by talks and a Q&A with representatives of Engineers Without Borders Denmark and volunteer Danish engineers working in Ukraine.