From weekend classrooms to national platforms, Nazarii Lialiuk MSYP is helping young Ukrainians in Glasgow stay connected to their roots through St. Mary’s Ukrainian School in Glasgow.
A BBC Make a Difference Awards 2025 finalist, he’s showing how young people are shaping Scotland’s future, proving that identity and belonging can flourish anywhere.

The Scottish Youth Parliament travelled to Glasgow to visit the school – listen to our audio package to find out more!