The Need for Healing

Ukraine is facing an unprecedented humanitarian crisis. Living amidst constant airstrikes, bombings, drones and uncertainty, the Ukrainian people are currently under constant and increased stress and attack—far beyond what most of us can imagine. The trauma they face daily is deep, and the need for healing is urgent.

Imagine the stress we face in daily life—the pressures of work, relationships, and societal expectations. Now, magnify that by living in a war zone. In Ukraine, the battle is not only on the front lines but within the hearts and minds of every person. They battle on a daily basis to maintain the strength of their spirit and, quite literally, independence. Their need for healing goes beyond physical injuries. Loss of loved ones, emotional scars, PTSD, injuries, chronic pain, and anxiety are pervasive leaving millions struggling to maintain and regain balance and hope.

In the midst of this war, we have a rising community yogis & healers taking a stand for the spirit and healing of their families, communities & country. They are standing in strength and solidarity to heal & empower themselves to serve & uplift.

A Mission Without Borders

For the past three years, I've been honored to travel to Ukraine to collaborate with the Kundalini Yoga Academy of Ukraine and the Ukrainian Military Yoga Therapy Program via the Center for Contemplative Awareness 501 C3 Non-Profit.

Together, we are training Ukrainians in the healing arts of Acupuncture, Kundalini Yoga & Meditation. These practices are specifically chosen for their ability to help individuals cope with the immense stress, pain, and trauma that citizens and soldiers face in an active war zone. I have been training yoga teachers for 16 years and have never seen a more dedicated group of trainees.

By equipping them with these technologies, we’re able to offer immediate relief and empower these men and women with lasting methods to heal, regulate their nervous systems, and maintain resilience amidst their difficult and ever-changing environment. These trainings are vital steps in supporting the immediate, long term and generational healing needed to persist through and heal from a long term military conflict.

This June we will graduate nearly 180 Yoga students from the current 200 hour Level 1 Teacher Training class, bringing the total to nearly 500 yoga teachers trained since the war began! The Acupuncture Technician Training Program has begun with 30 students, covering 120 hours so far, covering topics from pain management, insomnia, PTSD, women’s health.

We are deeply grateful for all your support.

Your Impact

By supporting this project, you’re directly empowering the people of Ukraine.

Every donation helps:

• Empower Ukrainians by training locals to provide acupuncture and yoga therapy.

• Provide Relief to those suffering from pain, PTSD, anxiety, and other war-related trauma.

• Foster Healing by addressing the deep emotional wounds of war and regulating the nervous system.

• Build Community and establish a network of care, resilience, and hope.

This project provides Ukrainians with the tools they need to heal, recover, and rebuild their lives in the face of unimaginable hardship.

A Global Mission.

This project impacts more than just Ukraine. It’s a mission of humanity. We are extending a hand of support across borders, showing that in times of crisis, we are all connected. Even the smallest contribution can create lasting change, transforming lives in a war-torn nation.

We are training local Ukrainian healers—acupuncturists and Kundalini Yoga instructors—who will continue this work long after the war ends. The long-term vision is to build a sustainable healthcare infrastructure in Ukraine that prioritizes holistic and trauma-informed care. This is a legacy of healing, one that will continue to impact generations.