The untold story of tens of thousands of children kidnapped and traumatized by Russia

The untold story of tens of thousands of children kidnapped and traumatized by Russia

Author: Mark McNamee September 26, 2024 Duration: 42:16
In this episode, I had the pleasure to speak with Jane Alieva, arguably one of the busiest women in Ukraine who has devoted her life to helping the tens of thousands of children traumatized by Russia. Jane runs and/or is a part of 3 different charity groups currently, all committed to helping kidnapped children and other victims of Russia's war. Listen in to hear what is unfortunately a highly underreported story regarding the untold tens of thousands of children Russia has kidnapped and who remain apart from their families. And hear the inspiring work Jane and her organizations are doing to help these kids and fight back against Russia in the courts. As mentioned in the podcast, please check out the website of the Mama Jane Charity Foundation here - https://mamajane.com.ua/ And read Jane's article on the kidnappings here - https://mamajane.com.ua/blog/kidnapping-not-deportation And you can help the children directly by going here - https://mamajane.com.ua/blog/100-words-of-support #100wordsofsupport #comebackhome Jane Alieva, Founder and CEO of the Mama Jane Charity Foundation, which is engaged in psychological rehabilitation for Ukrainian children traumatized by the war and humanitarian aid. Jane is also CEO and head of events at Mama Matrix Group, which offers strategic communications, media and event management, consultancy services, and legal support to its members. She also is a Director at Payback4Ukraine, which is an international legal network, which has launched a case against the Wagner Group in UK and child abduction cases in European civil courts seeking reparations for Ukrainian victims of war.  To learn more, visit: https://ubn.network/ Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters: https://missionmatters.com/author/Mark-McNamee/

We are living through events that will define our century, and History in the Making: The War in Ukraine is an attempt to make sense of them as they unfold. Host Mark McNamee brings his deep knowledge of Eastern Europe to the fore, not just to recount headlines, but to untangle the complex historical, cultural, and political threads that led to this moment. This isn't a dry recitation of facts; it's a grounded exploration of how a conflict reshapes a nation's identity and the global order. Each episode moves between the sweeping strategic picture and the intimate, human stories of those living through the war, highlighting a profound resilience. You'll hear analysis that connects past empires to present-day battles, and conversations that reveal the personal cost and extraordinary fortitude within Ukraine. The goal of this podcast is to provide context and clarity, offering a nuanced perspective that goes beyond the news cycle. By focusing on the people, the history, and the on-the-ground reality, Mark creates a vital record of a world changing in real time. Tune in for a thoughtful, comprehensive guide to understanding not just what is happening, but why it matters for all of us.
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