When Ukraine declared itself independent in 1991 it sealed the final collapse of the Soviet Union. Photographer Tim Smith’s images, taken both sides of this pivotal moment, illustrate his talk exploring the stories of Ukraine and British Ukrainians.
At independence the uncovering of a previously forbidden history helped to forge a new nation. This past also shapes the present. Vivid memories of life under Soviet rule continue to fuel the resistance of a population who dread the return of Russian occupation, and who harbour fears that the current destruction of both their lives and their land could be followed by attempts to obliterate Ukrainian culture and identity too.
Tickets £7. All proceeds to the DEC Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal.
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