Ukraine: Beyond the Headlines | An Expert Panel Discussion

Hosted by Sunflower Seeds Inc., Tri-State Aid for Ukraine, this panel brings together experts and frontline witnesses to explore the ongoing war in Ukraine—its historical roots, current realities, and what lies ahead.

Featured Panelist:
🎖️ Sgt. Matthew Sampson – U.S. Marine Corps veteran and former Senior Intelligence Operative with Ukraine’s International Defense Legion. Sampson brings a rare and direct perspective on the conflict and Ukraine’s fight for freedom.

Additional Panelists:
• Bear Kirk – British ex-Army Major working in Ukraine to support displaced persons and recover children taken during the war.
• Dr. Robert McCollister – Expert in Russia-Ukraine relations and national security policy.
• Renata Kosc-Harmatiy – Political science professor specializing in Eastern European affairs.
• Dr. Daria “Darka” Nebesh – Ukrainian-American ethnomusicologist preserving Ukraine’s traditional culture and identity.

🗣️ Come hear untold stories, ask questions, and better understand what’s truly at stake—for Ukraine and the world.

All are welcome.
Light reception to follow the discussion.