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Our mission

ENGin connects Ukrainians with volunteers worldwide for online English-language conversation, creating a safe, authentic space for them to break the language barrier, discover a new culture, and find emotional support. These meaningful connections not only empower individuals but also drive Ukraine’s social and economic development by fostering intercultural understanding and building stronger, more connected communities.

Opportunities

Conversation Partner

We offer a flexible and unique opportunity to make a direct impact on someone’s life while discovering a new culture and meeting a new friend.​

We’ll pair you up with someone in Ukraine for weekly videochats at times that are convenient for you. During your conversations, you’ll practice English with your partner(s), learn about each other’s cultures, and offer an empathetic, authentic space for connection.​​

No teaching experience or knowledge of Ukrainian is required to volunteer with us.All of our participants can understand and hold a basic conversation in English.

Our only requirements for volunteers are:

  • English fluency;
  • a strong internet connection;
  • the ability to commit to one hour a week for a minimum of 10-12 weeks.
  • Weekly
  • 21+, 55+, Adults
  • Individuals
  • Virtual
  • None, On-site
  • Weekdays, Weekends
How you help

During your conversations, you’ll practice English with your partner(s), learn about each other’s cultures, and offer an empathetic, authentic space for connection.​​

About us

ENGin matches English-fluent volunteers from around the world with Ukrainian conversation partners for weekly online conversation practice. Volunteers share their culture and perspectives while helping their partner become more confident speaking English. 

Our vision is to use the power of conversation to connect a million globally-minded citizens of emerging democracies with English speakers worldwide, forging supportive, authentic relationships, building a foundation of English fluency, and opening doors to academic and professional opportunities. Taken together, a million incremental improvements in participants’ lives will catalyze economic and social development at a national scale.

Since launching in 2020, ENGin has connected over 29,000 Ukrainians with over 26,000 volunteers. 99% of our learners report breaking the language barrier after 3 months in our program, and 79% of our participants form lasting friendships. ENGin welcomes volunteers from diverse backgrounds, interests, and experiences. Join us today!