- December 20, 2025
- 7:59 am
- Video
- “We are confident that people who come to such events do not support Russian aggression. We try to cut off those who support the Putin regime.”
- “If a Russian-language event is organized, then all proceeds from it go to support the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU).”
- “We don't allow racist crap, and we try to make sure that people who support Russian politics don't get here.”
On YouTube channel UDM Israel – Ukrainian Health Banks in Israel an issue dedicated to a unique place in Israel — a creative Ukrainian space — was released nothingwhich became a center of attraction for Ukrainian and pro-Ukrainian projects. The channel's host, Ulyana Dryuchkovainvites viewers into this atmospheric space located in the old city of Jaffa, Tel Aviv.
An interview recorded as part of the issue with Yurkom Muravyov helps to better understand the philosophy of the place
The place itself did not emerge as a carefully planned project, but as a spontaneous opportunity. After several successful exhibitions in Jaffa, the organizers received an offer to rent a space. The initial idea was simple – to do nothing, but the process of creating this place itself became an experiment that turned into a full-fledged laboratory of emotions. The goal was to create a space where one could move away from rational concepts and focus on creativity and emotional experiences.
This approach is reflected in the very concept of the place. Here you can see exhibitions, stand-up shows, creative master classes, yoga and even cooking lessons on making vareniki. The peculiarity of the project was the creation of a platform for events that evoke an emotional response and allow participants to express themselves through creativity. As the organizers note, it is this emotional component that attracts people – everyone who comes here is immersed in an atmosphere of creativity and openness.
In addition to various events related to culture and creativity, the space actively supports the Ukrainian diaspora and pro-Ukrainian initiatives. This became especially relevant against the backdrop of the war, when the center became a kind of hub for Ukrainian activities in Israel. The program includes events related to Ukraine almost every week. For example, evenings of Ukrainian animation are organized, which show contemporary works of independent Ukrainian animators. These projects do not have state support, but have a high artistic level, which makes them especially valuable for viewers.
Special attention is paid to the language club, which gathers the Ukrainian community for communication and learning the Ukrainian language. As the organizers note, each time something new happens at the meetings – sometimes it is a discussion of culture, sometimes games, but it is always support for Ukrainian self-awareness and the dissemination of Ukrainian culture both in Israel and in the world. This is a kind of “Ukrainian underground” that unites people interested in preserving Ukrainian identity.
It is also interesting that the center holds events in different languages — Hebrew, English, Russian — but at the same time draws a clear line with those who support Russian aggression. For example, if a Russian-language event is organized, all proceeds go to support the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU). This principle has become an important part of the center's philosophy: “We are confident that people who come to such events do not support Russian aggression. We try to cut off those who go to Russia or support the Putin regime.” This allows us to create a safe space where communication and creativity do not contradict moral principles.
One of the key events of the month was the performance of a Ukrainian stand-up comedian. The stand-up comedians not only share their humor, but also raise pressing social issues, which makes such performances not only entertaining, but also meaningful. A musical program with Ukrainian dances was also organized, including bachata in Ukrainian. The dances take place right on the wooden terrace in the open air, which creates an incredibly atmospheric and festive mood.
An interview with Yurko Muravyov, recorded as part of the issue, helps to better understand the philosophy of the place. Muravyov said that the project grew out of a simple idea to create something unusual and emotional, and today this space has become home to many Ukrainian initiatives. He emphasized that the Ukrainian diaspora turned out to be incredibly responsive and supported the idea of creating such a center. Not only cultural events are held here, but donations are also collected to help the Ukrainian military, which emphasizes the importance of not only creativity, but also social responsibility.
Authors of videos from the channel UDM Israel – Ukrainian Health Banks in Israel note that this place has become a true symbol of Ukrainian creativity and resilience in Israel. They also reminded about the opportunity to support the project both financially and through active participation: likes, comments and distribution of the video help promote the idea on the Internet.
Video — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DFDMP0FtKaQ
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