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Kateryna Shepeliuk

President
Youth Line
Country or state 
Portugal
Available to 
Global
City 
Figueira da Foz
Fee 
Languages 
English,
Russian,
...
Volunteer
Yes

Personal Details

Current position (2)

President

Youth Line

Founder

Gifted English

Degrees (2)
Applied Psychology
International University Of Applied Sciences
2023 to 2024
Master's Degree in International Economis
Donetsk National Technical University
2007 to 2012

Bio

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Long story short :)

Kateryna Shepeliuk is a young NGO leader and entrepreneur that has dedicated most of her life to the service of others. Starting at the tender age of 17 with the creation of a support centre for children with cerebral palsy, she went on to create a network of NGOs around Europe that spans 5 countries and has, over the years, involved thousands of youngsters in dozens of projects funded by the European Commission.

Currently, she is based in Portugal from where she is developing a project with Uganda, called Gifted English, and accelerating an EdTech startup called Funny Money around personal finance for young people.

http://giftedenglish.net

http://funnymoney.pt

https://www.facebook.com/youthlinefamily/

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Presentations

Presentations (5)
AI and I - how to create better social impact using AI

The keynote "AI and I - How to Create Better Social Impact Using AI" delves into the transformative power of artificial intelligence in driving social change. It explores the symbiotic relationship between human insight and AI capabilities, highlighting how this combination can be leveraged to address pressing social issues effectively. The talk will cover:

Introduction to AI in Social Contexts: An overview of AI's role in various social impact domains, illustrating its potential to amplify human efforts in areas like healthcare, education, and environmental sustainability.

Ethical Considerations and Human-Centric AI: Discussing the importance of ethical AI development and deployment, emphasizing the need for AI solutions that are inclusive, equitable, and respect privacy.

Case Studies of AI-Driven Social Impact: Real-world examples where AI has successfully been implemented to create significant social change, showcasing both the challenges faced and the solutions developed.

Basic technology + regular people = amazing social impact

The keynote "Basic Technology + Regular People = Amazing Social Impact" explores the remarkable effects of using simple tech tools in the hands of ordinary people to create significant social changes. Highlighted by the success of "From Ukraine to Portugal," aiding 13,000 refugees, and "Gifted English" at a Ugandan orphanage, it shows how basic technology can yield major impact. The talk underscores:

Basic Tech's Impact: Demonstrating the innovative use of fundamental technologies for substantial aid and education.

Community Power: How ordinary individuals, with proper tools and guidance, can drive significant changes.

Model Scalability: Insights into adapting and scaling these approaches for wider impact.

This keynote is a testament to the power of grassroots initiatives in social change, proving that advanced tech or expert skills are not prerequisites for making a meaningful difference.

Are you mentally rich?

In 20 minutes I am able to improve the audience's relationship with money. I am opening up about the reasons why a lot of people are leading average lives and are always tensed about how will they put food on the table this month.

I present money as a beautiful tool to improve the world. I explain what the psychology of money is and why it is so immensely important to be financially educated.

I make my audience let to become relaxed and rich. Mentally rich, first of all.

What do you really need to succeed?

The keynote "What Do You Really Need to Succeed?" addresses the core elements essential for achieving success in any field. Stripping away common misconceptions and unnecessary complexities, this talk focuses on the fundamental qualities and strategies that truly drive success. Key highlights include:

Mindset and Attitude: Emphasizing the importance of a growth mindset, resilience, and adaptability as foundational to overcoming challenges and embracing opportunities.

Clear Vision and Goals: Discussing the significance of having a well-defined vision and setting achievable, yet ambitious goals.

This keynote cuts through the clutter to highlight the essentials of success. It challenges conventional wisdom, focusing on practical, proven strategies. Key points include:

Growth Mindset: The importance of resilience and a positive outlook.
Vision and Goals: Setting clear, achievable objectives.
Strategic Planning: Efficiently turning plans into actions

Cultivating Corporate Conscience: A Roadmap to Enhanced Social Responsibility

This keynote, "Cultivating Corporate Conscience," guides companies in deepening their social responsibility. It explores integrating social values genuinely into business models, moving beyond superficial efforts to create lasting change. Key focus areas include:

1. Defining Social Responsibility: Clarifying its meaning in today’s corporate world.

2. Integrating Strategies: Embedding social values into company operations and culture.

3. Collaborative Engagement: Involving employees, customers, and communities for collective impact.

4. Impact Assessment: Effective methods for measuring the success of social initiatives.

5. Balanced Growth: Harmonizing profit and social good for sustained success.

Audience will gain actionable strategies for transitioning from traditional business practices to a socially responsible approach, fostering growth that benefits both their organization and society.

Workshops (5)
Cultivating Corporate Conscience: Strategies for Social Responsibility
2 hours
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This interactive workshop is designed to guide businesses in effectively integrating social responsibility into their core practices. Over two hours, participants will engage in a series of activities, discussions, and practical exercises aimed at developing a sustainable and impactful approach to corporate social responsibility (CSR).

Core values - what is driving you?
90 minutes
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The workshop "Core Values - What is Driving You?" is an introspective journey designed to help participants identify and understand their fundamental values, which are the driving forces behind their decisions and actions. This interactive session includes:

Mastering Personal Finances: Building a Secure Financial Future
4 hours
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The Psychology of Money: Overcoming Limiting Beliefs
2 hours
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Mastering Grant Writing: Strategies for Success
Full day
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This comprehensive full-day workshop is designed to guide participants through the intricate process of grant writing. It aims to equip attendees with the skills and knowledge necessary to develop compelling grant applications. The workshop covers all aspects, from understanding grant requirements to crafting persuasive proposals.

Past talks (10)
Usage of technology in social entrepreneurship and business mentoring.
Training Course "Academy of entrepreneurship for mentors"
Athens, Greece
November 19, 2019
1. Are you mentally rich? 2. Free and remote education.
Funny Money Aveiro
Aveiro, Portugal
November 5, 2019
Usual people + basic technology = unbelievable social and cultural changes
Porto Tech Hub 2019
Porto, Portugal
October 10, 2019
"Are you mentally rich?"
European Innovation Academy
Estoril, Portugal
July 29, 2019
Keynote "The miracle of a social enterprise"
Funny Money Coimbra
Coimbra, Portugal
December 17, 2018
Workshop "Free and remote education"
Funny Money Leiria
Leiria, Portugal
April 28, 2019
EuroIMPACT Plus Focus on young people - a practical workshop to present good practices of young people involvement in European funded projects
European Digital Youth Summit
Brasov, Romania
December 13, 2018
SMART TRAVEL: free education while exploring the world
Funny Money Talks
Leiria, Portugal
May 14, 2019
Free and remote education
Funny Money Talks
Coimbra, Portugal
April 1, 2019
"What lead us to create stereotypes"
Youth Exchange "Take a brush and draw for inclusion"
Riga, Latvia
October 18, 2018
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My TedX keynote
My TedX keynote
Basic Technology + Usual People = Amazing Social Impact
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Kateryna e David criaram rede para ajudar ucranianos a chegar a Portugal. Pedidos e ofertas não param

Books & Articles (4)

(PANIC)PLANNING
Why do PROJECTS FAIL?
Fears…
COMMITMENT or DON’T GIVE UP

Expertise (16)

Leadership
Education
Business
Technology
AI impact Entrepreneurship and Finances socialentrepreneur e-Learning echarity Success being better with money Social Action Grants Breaking Mental Barriers Mentorship

Clients

CFA Society Bahrain - The Mutamahin Program
TEDx Porto
VdA - Vieira de Almeida, Sociedade de Advogados
EIA - European Innovation Academy
Aveiro University
Erasmus Plus Program
Porto Tech Hub

Awards & certifications (2)

#BeInclusive EU Award
European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA)
2023
Moderator during the European Digital Youth Summit, funded by Erasmus+ and organized under the High Patronage of the European Parliament
European Digital Youth Summit
2018

Reviews

Testimonials (15)
  • It was a pleasure meeting Katya and for sure I learned a lot! She is friendly, easy to talk to and has the skills to make everyone involved in each discussion. I highly recommend her!
    Gabriela
  • Katya is an exceptional speaker, I've had a pleasure of listening to her a few times and she has so much passion and motivation to pass onto the audience. I especially like that she always put an extra effort to engage her audience and to make each speech of hers something that will stay with us and make us think about. I've personally heard some things from her that helped me reflect on and change my life for the better and for that reason I'm happy to recommend her as a speaker, she just might be that one inspiring person you need at your event.
    Ilma Jasarevic
  • I participated in the Youth Exchange project "More Sport - More Health", organized by Katya. It was a great project, well-organized, informative and highly interesting. As an organizer Katya was very supportive and attentive to everybody, moreover, we have learnt from her lots of interesting things and much useful information. It was exciting!
    Katie
  • Katya is an exceptional speaker, I had a pleasure of listening to her a few times so far and she definitely has a way of passing her passion and motivation onto her audience. What I like the most about her way of speaking is that she always put an extra effort to engage her audience and leave them with something to think about. I've personally heard some things in her speech that made me reflect on and change some things in my life and for that reason, I would be happy to recommend her as a speaker for your event, she just might be that one inspiring person you're looking for.
    Ilma Jasarevic
  • I have the pleasure to work with Katya for one and a half years, since there I had the opportunity to be in two Eramus+ projects managed by her, and I have to say: She knows what she is doing. Since designing the program to manage 35 different personalities she is amazing! In terms of public speaking, I saw her on stage or simply pitching so many times, and is just get better and better. One of the most Incredibles keynotes was at the European Innovation Academy to over 500 people! Congrats on the work and the amazing heart that you have!
    Filipe Farinha
    Verified
  • I was impressed with Kateryna’s talk about success and money and being open to all the opportunities! Thank you!
    Jason
  • 5 stars
    ardita
  • Definitely one of the strongest personalities I have ever met. Someone to look up to and follow. A true leader, a great mom, a woman with an open heart. I participated in one of her projects and it was a wonderful experience. Looking forward participate to some more projects!
    Līva
    Verified
  • Kateryna was the facilitator of a training course "Academy of entrepreneurship for mentors" in which I participated. She managed to keep the right balance between challenging lectures and fun time for participants. The sessions she led were interesting, creative and highly inspirational. She is an amazing and honest person. I left the course feeling more confident and inspired to pursue my dreams. Thank you!
    Helena Zrinski
  • The session was very useful and knowledgeable, i have learned alot of informations that will help me in my future thank you so much for the great session
    Jenan
    Verified
  • A very passionate speaker with the enthusiasm to help others adn support them where ever needed, she is involved with the audience and loves engaging with them. As my personal and professional review, I believe she is a great speaker and advisor to both spread knowledge and guidance for the audience, based on my experience.
    Abdulaziz Alaam
    Verified
  • Amazing session Thank you for your time.
    Gehad Ihab
  • Today's session was the BEST, we had fun and we learned a lot of important things that can make a huge difference in our lives ❤️ All love for Katya ❤️
    Marwa Mohamed Saifeldin
  • Good facilitate skills, has a great experience lover of volunteers
    Zahraa Alawi Ahmed
  • Katya is an amazing speaker and a beautiful soul! I had the pleasure of attending a workshop on the relationship with money delivered by her and it was so informative! She has a great way of getting everyone engaged and interactive and I’m positive everyone left the workshop a bit richer!
    Sarah
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