БУДЬ/BE is a mentoring program designed to help women to get a job in IT and creative industries. Mentors and experts from the best Ukrainian and global companies support women in their job search.
БУДЬ/BE is implemented by the INSCIENCE organization that popularizes science and evidence-based medicine in Ukraine, in collaboration with the Digitizing.Space innovation agency.
The program is supported by non-profit organization Nova Ukraine.
of internally displaced people in Ukraine, 59.9% among them are women
internally displaced people are unemployed while they can work
of people with official unemployed status are women
internally displaced, and refugee women are employed in positions that do not match their qualifications
БУДЬ is a supportive assistant in professional development. The program helps people who've chosen an IT or creative fields, identified their future profession, and have started learning or seeking employment. Mentors work closely with each mentee, helping them in identifying and pursuing their career goals.
1,457 women have successfully completed the БУДЬ/BE program in previous seasons — in 2022 and 2024. They received job or internship offers, grew with high-quality educational courses, and joined a friendly community of alumni.
The program is conducted online and is open to women both in Ukraine and abroad.
The number of spots is limited, so enrolment may end early
From June 2nd to July 13th
2024
2025
Svitlana Rudyeva
PR Executive at DOC.UA
Daria Cherniatevych
Project Manager at Luxoft
Nina Borysova
Director of Product Management at Mastercard
Oksana Holubets
Product Manager at My Kyivstar App, Kyivstar Tech
Anna Shnyt
Product designer at Fairo
Nataliia Blazhkun
Influencer Marketing Team Lead at Headway
Kateryna Kovalova
Product Lead at Win24
Alina Shcherbyna
CMO Swag42, Strategic Advisor STEM is FEM, Board Director Wtech
Anastasiia Kutuzova
Co-owner at VDVOKH Digital Agency
Dmytro Levoshich
CEO at QubeSoft
Yuliia Ternova
Head of Talent Acquisition, PayDo
Karina Lapina
Sustainability Lead, Startup Wise Guys Accelerator
Tetiana Shaforostova
Head of Lean product development division at ПриватБанк
Darya Savchenko
Career Consultant GoIT
Jane Klepa
Director of Partnerships and Innovation, SET University
Olena Danilko
Senior Test Engineer at ELEKS
Yanina Shabanova
Communication manager, SocialBoost / 1991 Accelerator
Olha Tushych
Product Designer at Xenoss
Viroslava Novosylna
Founder, Co-founder at SLOVA, Wtech
Valeriia Yakovenko
Chief Marketing Officer, CASES
Tetiana Slabko
Privacy Counsel, Wargaming
Anna Mazurenko
Lead BA, Newfire Global Partners
Yuliia Kaliuzhna
Rewards & Operations Specialist (HR Specialist) at Intellias
Viktoriia Fadina
Senior Visual Designer at Xenoss
Yulia Chuzha
Brand Marketing Manager at MacPaw
Oksana Yakushenkova
Викладачка математики та інформатики, Ногайський фаховий коледж ТДАТУ
Nataliia Manakova
Senior Data Scientist at SoftServe
Tetiana Lisova
Photographer, Creative Projects Manager
This program has had a very positive impact on my career and my life. I met many new and interesting people who motivated me, supported me, and helped me in everything. I could complete the course and get a job in the IT company Talando as an IT Sourcer.
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Kseniia Melnyk
participant of БУДЬ’22
Life-changing experience
Liudmyla Cherevko
participant of БУДЬ’24
It was the БУДЬ/BE program that helped me find a job. I consulted a recruiter who was impressed by my temperament and determination. She recommended my candidacy to a company.
Alina Chumachenko
participant of БУДЬ’24
For me, БУДЬ is a program of discoveries that shows how you can improve yourself in the like-minded community, how easy and natural it is to move to a new professional level, how the support of true professionals helps strengthen belief in yourself, and how what once seemed incomprehensible or unattainable becomes accessible and organic.
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Yulia Rudnyk
participant of БУДЬ’24
It was a wonderful experience that inspired in me the faith that I could change my profession. БУДЬ is an extraordinary mentoring program designed for women seeking employment opportunities. Thanks to their support and career advice, I felt more confident in the process of finding a job. Mentors gave me tons of useful information and inspired me to reach new heights. Every woman needs that kind of support to grow professionally and personally. I sincerely recommend the program!
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Olena Kaliuzhna
participant of БУДЬ’22
Before, I was afraid to look in the direction of IT, believing that without technical education it is impossible to get a job. During the project, I saw many opportunities for myself and gained a clear understanding of this field, various areas and learning opportunities, particularly in digital marketing
Kateryna Drobotenko
participant of БУДЬ’24
BE program has accelerated and enhanced the quality of my job search. Now I work for RIA.com as QA Engineer.
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Nataliia Pomazanova (Trushevska)
participant of БУДЬ’22
The program gave me invaluable knowledge and tools to improve my self-presentation, create a professional CV, fill out a LinkedIn profile, and prepare for interviews. Thanks to this, I received positive feedback from recruiters and felt much more confident during interviews.
Viktoriia Lutsko
participant of БУДЬ’24
The program motivated and inspired me to succeed. With the support of БУДЬ/BE and mentoring, I identified my strengths and moved in the right direction. Approximately six months after completing the program, I received my dream job offer.
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Anna Koval
participant of БУДЬ’22
The program inspired me, made me go beyond my usual limits and become more confident. It gave me a push to find myself in IT.
Olena Volovyk
participant of БУДЬ’24
The program affirmed my commitment to pursue a career in IT. I found new acquaintances, friends, and received a lot of moral and professional support. I was offered an Internship as a Product Owner, considering my previous experience and education. I applied as QA, because I completed several courses in that area. After a successful internship, I secured a position in a startup and am currently working in that role. I have also completed PO and BA courses and continue to develop.
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Tetiana Brovchuk
participant of БУДЬ’22
I am deeply grateful to the БУДЬ program for providing me with the opportunity to regain confidence in myself and receive support from experts during the war. I am grateful to the curator, Anna Shyt; she inspired me to believe in myself. I am also grateful to Dasha Vetrova, she is a wonderful specialist and an incredible person. I work as a freelance UX/UI designer. I believe that I will find a stable job soon
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Maryna Antipova
participant of БУДЬ’22
It was the friendliest project of my entire life: live communication with real professionals in the industry. Reality-based answers to uncomfortable questions. Positive attitude and strong moral support
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participant of БУДЬ’22
The БУДЬ project provided me with invaluable support on my journey to transitioning to a new profession. I watched webinars, asked questions to experts, talked to mentors, with girls just like me. A great mentor assisted me in crafting a strong resume. While I handled the actual tasks, the meaningful advice they provided turned out to be highly effective. Thanks to this, I was finally able to submit my resume and secured a job after the first interview. I am very grateful to the БУДЬ project and everyone who took part in it.
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Yevheniia
participant of БУДЬ’22
Sessions with a curator helped me improve my resume and organize my thoughts, making me more confident during interviews. Sessions with mentors helped me to identify the direction. All job interviews following the mentoring sessions were successful. Now I am Data Researcher at Kyla
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participant of БУДЬ’22
While I didn't begin my career in IT, I embarked on a diplomatic path, inspired by the ideas discussed with my mentor, Tetiana Safronenko. I earned the position of Second Secretary at the Embassy of Ukraine in Turkmenistan after winning a competition.
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Yevheniia Larina
participant of БУДЬ’22
I studied design before the mentoring program, but it helped me believe in myself, enhance my mental well-being, and simultaneously, while improving my skills, actively go through interviews, and finalize my resume and portfolio. It was my curator who helped me find a job, and she was also the first person to design my professional identity. Now I am a graphic designer at INSCIENCE.
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Yelyzaveta Lutska
participant of БУДЬ’22
My curator assisted me in discarding unnecessary elements and provided advice that was unbiased, friendly, and as comfortable as possible. She showed empathy and strong faith in me and my abilities. She encouraged and guided me.
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participant of БУДЬ’22
When I enrolled in the БУДЬ program, I had already completed AQA courses, continued to study actively on my own, practiced, and developed my resume. The girls who were my mentors helped me understand where to go next, shared their knowledge and resources. I really appreciate that. We conducted a test interview with a mentee who is studying to become an HR professional. I am grateful for that experience.
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Mariia Servachak
participant of БУДЬ’22
The BE program served as a source of support and inspiration to keep going in my job search. I am no longer in IT; I've shifted my focus to social activities. The company is engaged in restoration of housing destroyed by hostilities.
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Oleksandra
participant of БУДЬ’22
The mentoring program has significantly shaped my journey as a frontend developer, offering valuable guidance, expert advice, and the opportunity to discuss complex tasks with an experienced mentor. That process has helped me enhance my skills, broaden my horizons, and boost my confidence in my capabilities in frontend development.
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Olha Chuzhdiuk
participant of БУДЬ’22
The БУДЬ/BE program is more than just a "name"; it instills faith in yourself, with people who are there for you 24/7, pouring their heart and soul into your journey. Here, you'll gain a ton of experience and a shot at a better future that can change your life forever!
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Марія Мацигін
participant of БУДЬ’22
Olena Skyrta
Co-founder and partner at INSCIENCE
Viktoriia Hapchuk
Team Lead INSCIENCE
Mariia Pelypenko
Educational Program Coordinator
Anastasiia Krasnozhon
Communication Lead INSCIENCE
Daria Klepalska
Communication Manager at INSCIENCE
Sofiia Korol
SMM Specialist at INSCIENCE
Anastasiia Sylenok
Co-Founder Digitizing.Space
Nataliia Levoshych
Mentors Coordinator / Digitizing.Space
Tetiana Bondarenko
Community Manager / Digitizing.Space
Yelyzaveta Lutska
Designer at INSCIENCE
Yana Halitska
Designer at INSCIENCE
Marka Shevchenko
Software engineer
Olena Sobil
Financial Manager at INSCIENCE
Yuliia Kudina
HR Consultant, ex-VP of People at Reface
How to choose IT profession which suits you
Kateryna Karaush
Coordinator of students employment at Mate Academy
About the professions: UX/UI designer, developer, QA
Oksana Krykun
Expert in product management and business conculanting, partner at LVCA Conculting
About the professions: Business Analyst, Project Manager, Product Manager
Yuliia Mezher
Lead Security Engineer at Cossack Labs, Director of Women Who Code Kyiv
About the profession: Cybersecurity Specialist
Margaryta Dubrova
Product Analyst at Welltech
About the professions: Data Analyst, Product Analyst
Halyna Kuzmovych
Senior Product Marketing Manager at SE Ranking, Expert in Brand Marketing
About the profession: Digital Marketer
Orysia Khimiak
PR Comms manager at Respeecher. Curator of the PR Basics course at Projector
About the profession: PR specialist
Viktoriia Kotsiuba
HR and career consultant
About the profession: HR specialist, Recruiter