August 15, 19:00
Ash Tree
A Conversation Under the Ash Tree with Davis Richardson
Hosted by Yevhenii Utkin and Iryna Budanska

The Art of Narrative in the Era of Renewal

In the post-war reconstruction period, funding always follows the story — the narrative. Projects that resonate with the global community — whether it is housing for internally displaced persons, defense technologies, or the restoration of historical monuments — are those that tell stories about people and for people.We will discuss how artists can join forces with civic organizations, startups, and technology companies to make cultural storytelling and narrative presentation a part of economic recovery.

Davis Richardson is the founder and president of Paradox Public Relations (Paradox PR), a New York-based strategic communications firm working with leaders in emerging markets, innovative tech companies, and institutions at the intersection of global politics and innovation. He has led successful media campaigns for Ukraine’s government initiative Brave1, the Embassy of Poland in Washington, D.C., and the founder of the World Bank’s ID4D program.

In addition, Davis is part of the ArtShield team, which, together with Dom Master Klass, won the prestigious SABRE Award in 2025 for the Kyiv Art Sessions — a festival of Ukrainian high culture, whose four seasons took place in London.

ADMISSION TO THE EVENT IS FREE
with a valid entrance ticket to the St. Sophia of Kyiv Museum Complex (400 UAH – full, 200 UAH – reduced).
Combat veterans do not need to purchase an entrance ticket.