Natalia Korodenko“Oprah of Ukraine” celebrates the success of the virus in a recent collaboration with sister Sledge singer-songwriter Kathy Sledge. They teamed up to sing “We Are Family,” and the video, which has over a million views, created a movement among Ukrainian refugees around the world, where the message resonated deeply.
Thousands have posted their own videos and demonstrated solidarity by singing “We Are Family.” Kholodenko has already planned her next trip to the United States to continue her activism, in order to inspire hope for women and children in a war-torn country.
Korodenko Now, she is on a mission of empowerment and inspiration after suffering the serious sacrifice of having to escape from her country with her two young children. Her initiative focuses on supporting Ukrainian women and children affected by the war, aiming to remind women of the innate strength of women. She provides psychological support and online community, leveraging her background and trustworthy voice as a psychologist for women and mothers across Ukraine.
“Three years ago, I lost everything,” says Kholodenko. “Today, I am empowering millions of Ukrainian women to rebuild their lives. Today, I am the lifeline of millions of Ukrainian women, helping them navigate the devastation of war.”
After interviewing Sledge on March 19th and singing “We Are Family” in both English and Ukrainians, Korodenko He says the reaction was overwhelming. She was suspended multiple times during her recent trip to New York City, with strangers on the street expressing their support and appreciation.
“I hope that this song will not only be a symbol of support for Ukraine, but also a universal symbol of solidarity regardless of nationality, skin or color,” says Kholodenko. “I want to pay attention to the importance of remembering my roots, my family and my support from each other in an era of war.”
Koholodenko spends her money on a monthly trip to the US to spread awareness and gather support for Ukrainian women and children. She already plans her next trip in April, and will interview Gloria Gaynor during that time. Together, they sing Gayner’s hit “I Will Survive.”
Korodenko Other celebrities, entertainers and leaders in the wellness space have already reached out to express their interest in collaborating during their monthly trip to the US.
Kholodenko’s work resonates with many, with over a million followers relying on her daily insights, her support and her tireless advocacy. Her work contributes to a noble cycle in which revenues are donated to those in a disastrous need. She looks forward to continuing to build partnerships in charitable donation spaces to help more Ukrainians rebuild their lives.
“I refuse to let war define our future,” says Korodenko. “Ukrainian women are not mere survivors. They are warriors, healers and leaders. My mission is to remind them and the world of their power.”
TMX I contributed to this story.
