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Empowering Language  Learners Through Conversation

Litera: Ukrainian Educational Outreach is dedicated to bringing free educational opportunities to English language learners in Ukraine. Litera's volunteer-led virtual speaking clubs provide a platform for learners to practice their English skills with native speakers and engage in meaningful conversations.

Our Purpose & Goals

  • Provide meaningful educational experiences for English learners in Ukraine.

  • Allow language learners to practice English with native speakers & build speaking confidence. 

  • Foster a safe, welcoming, and fun educational environment for all participants. 

  • Provide opportunities for cross-cultural connections between Litera participants and volunteers.

Where we are

Litera's volunteers and leadership are located at Cornell University, in Ithaca, NY USA. Cornell is a major American research university with approximately 16,000 undergraduate students and 10,000 postgraduate students. The university's strong academic and research reputation attracts students with diverse interests from around the world to study and make a difference in their communities. 

Meet Litera's Leadership.

Litera was established in 2023 by Cornell University Graduate Students Mallory Gaspard (M.S. 2023, PhD expected 2025) and Maryna Mullerman (DVM 2025). The organization is officially recognized by Cornell University and is primarily run by student volunteers. Litera is also advised by two Cornell University faculty members who help to facilitate and advertise Litera's programs. 

Disclaimer: 

Litera is a pilot project fully run by Cornell University students. All student-run activities and clubs are under the jurisdiction of Cornell University and are subjected to university policies. All emails are received and processed by the Litera Leadership Team (volunteers). Litera does not provide any one-on-one tutoring, paid speaking classes, or organize or participate in any events that are outside the scope of our organization objectives. 

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