IMPACT KYIV

WAR AND CONFLICT PHOTOGRAPHY FORUM

Exhibitions: October 15 - November 7, 2026

Events: October 15-18, 2026

Forum examines how the global conflicts and technological shifts are transforming visual storytelling. Through an international exhibition, discussions, workshops and curated screenings, the forum will explore how the shifting media landscape impact how ongoing wars and conflicts are covered and reported on, as well as topics of shifts in archive preservation, emerging technologies and ethical approaches to documenting conflict.

Our first book

Essays on the History of Ukrainian Photography is a research and publishing project dedicated to the history of photography in Ukraine. It examines different periods, regions, and movements in Ukrainian photography of the 19th and 20th centuries, addressing histories and cultural heritage at risk of being lost during the war.

The project begins with a series of research essays and will lead to publications that make this research accessible to a wider audience.

Developed in partnership with Odesa Photo Days with the support of the Embassy of the Netherlands in Ukraine.

What is the Ukrainian House of Photography?

The Ukrainian House of Photography is an organization tasked with creating a multidisciplinary institution dedicated to promoting, supporting, and preserving Ukrainian photography. It will create a space for its development, research, education, and public engagement, while building a lasting foundation for Ukraine’s photographic heritage and its future.

Mykhailo Voloshyn, 1915. Ukrainian Sich Riflemen in formation. Hnylche, Ternopil Oblast. Courtesy of the Ukrainian Museum and Library in Stamford, Conn., digitized from the original cliché by Vasyl Lopukh.

TEAM

Main team members:

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Extended team:

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Position

Graphic Design

Shura Gerasymenko

Legal Expert

Natalia Hnatiuk

Accounting

Anastasia Mykhaltsova

Strategic comms, Hoshva PR

Oksana Hoshva

Interior design

Andrii Anisimov

Interior design

Victoria Kareva

Architect

Emil Dervish

Board of Advisors

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Timeline

Inception

Concept development, establishment of the NGO, initial research and planning.

2024

Foundation

Launch of the first public programs and projects, development of partnerships and institutional connections, fundraising, and building the UHOP network.

2025

Launch

Launch of Impact Kyiv, the first major exhibition program, development of research and publication projects, and the first steps toward establishing the Ukrainian photography archive.

2026

The House

Opening of the first physical location of the Ukrainian House of Photography. Launch of the digital and physical archive programs, regular exhibitions and educational programs, professional development initiatives, and international presentations.

2027

Development

Expansion of the exhibition and archive programs, international research partnerships, continued educational and professional programs, development of projects across Ukraine, and launch of the UHOP Photography Prize.

2028

Long-term Institution

Development of the full Ukrainian House of Photography, a permanent collection and archive, a comprehensive educational program, grants and residencies, and international exhibitions presenting Ukrainian photography globally.

2030+

Program:

The Ukrainian House of Photography will concentrate its effort in the first three years of development of the physical space on these building blocks:

Exhibitions of Ukrainian and international photography, collaborations with guest curators, international presentations, and the annual Impact Kyiv program.

Development

Development of digital and physical photography archives, research into archival practices, work with private collections, and partnerships with museums and international archival institutions.

Archiving & Preservation

Research into the history and development of Ukrainian photography, publications including Essays on the History of Ukrainian Photography, and collaborations with researchers and academic institutions.

Research & Publication

Workshops, photography education, programs for children and youth, initiatives for veterans, regional projects, and long-term educational partnerships.

Community & Education

Workshops, mentorship programs, portfolio reviews, professional education, networking, and exchange between Ukrainian photographers and international professionals.

Public Program for Professionals

Help us find the perfect house in Kyiv

The Ukrainian House of Photography is looking for a home — and we need your help.

Right now

We are looking for a 300–500 m² temporary space to rent, where we can start hosting our exhibitions, educational events and talks, and start building our photography archive.

FOR THE FUTURE

We are searching for a truly special 2,000–5,000 m² building that could become the permanent home of Ukrainian photography in Kyiv — hopefully for generations to come.

contact us

We are looking for real estate partners and collaborations. If you are a developer or property owner and you share our vision that Ukraine deserves a photography institution, please get in touch with us at info@uhop.org.ua