Travel Grant Brings Ukrainian Designer to Prestigious NYC Exhibition

Ukrainian designer Anastasia Burzi was awarded a travel grant from Project Kesher Ukraine’s Women’s Opportunity Fund (WOF-UA) to attend the prestigious Shoppe Object exhibition, held last month in New York City. The grant enabled Anastasia to present her brand, WOOD MOOD, on an international stage, gaining valuable insights and forging new business relationships. 

“Thanks to our participation in the exhibition, we expect to sign new export contracts which will increase the capacity of WOOD MOOD,” said Anastasia. “As all our products are handmade, with increasing orders, we will have to hire additional employees, which means creating new jobs. We will also continue to promote women's entrepreneurship and social entrepreneurship, as well as collaborate with other Ukrainian relevant NGOs and businesses.”

Looking ahead, Anastasia plans to further partner with Project Kesher Ukraine and the Women's Opportunity Fund, creating customized products and contributing to the growth of cultural and social initiatives in the country.