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Language Connect for Ukraine

Practise languages with
Ukrainian learners

Have conversations. Build confidence. No lesson planning required. You talk. They practise. That's it.

Become a Language Partner
Who you help

"Many learners have classroom knowledge but lack opportunities to practise with real people."

You help Ukrainian learners affected by war and displacement. Adults rebuilding careers, students continuing education, and parents navigating new countries.

The Role

What you do

You have conversations. That's it.

  • Meet Ukrainian learners for 30-60 minute video sessions
  • Practise speaking and listening in real-life situations
  • Help with pronunciation, phrasing, and everyday expressions
  • Support preparation for job interviews, meetings, or exams
  • Share simple corrections when helpful
  • Clarify cultural nuances hard to learn from apps

"You are a conversation partner, not a teacher. The goal is practice and confidence, not grammar drills."

Who this is for

You don't need teaching experience. You need to enjoy talking with people.

  • Fluent/Native in English, German, French, Spanish, Polish, or others
  • Patient and encouraging with non-native speakers
  • Comfortable with video calls
  • Open to different cultures and sensitive to displaced people
  • Able to hold a friendly, focused conversation

Languages Wanted

EnglishGermanFrenchSpanishPolishItalianPortugueseTurkishJapaneseChinese
Impact Stories

Real connections, real change

See the difference a single conversation can make.

Language Partners

Partner

"It's so rewarding to help someone find their voice in a new language."

Heidi B., Language Partner

Partner

"The conversations are real and meaningful. We learn from each other."

Charmaine D., Language Partner

Partner

"Watching their confidence grow week by week is the best part."

Alexandra D., Language Partner

Learners

Learner

"The conversations helped me feel more confident speaking in everyday situations."

Oksana T., Learner

Learner

"My language partner helped me prepare for job interviews and professional conversations."

Iryna T., Learner

Learner

"Having real conversations is so much better than just studying from a textbook."

Iryna B., Learner

Time Commitment

1 hour / month

Recommended 2-4 sessions. Flexible scheduling.

Platform

Kintell

All-in-one. No Zoom, Teams, or calendar juggling.

Location

100% Remote

Volunteers join from anywhere. Time zones handled automatically.

Support

What we provide

We make it easy for you to focus on the conversation.

Kintell Platform

Handles scheduling, time zones, video calls, and messaging. No need for Zoom or personal contacts.

Conversation Prompts

Ideas and topics to guide sessions if you ever run out of things to say.

Onboarding Guidance

What to expect, how to run a good session, and tips for working with learners.

Support Contact

If sessions are missed, something feels off, or you have questions, we help.

Safeguarding

Your safety and the safety of learners matters. We take this seriously.

  • Volunteers must verify they are 18+
  • Mobile number verification required
  • TEEI reviews every application manually
  • All calls happen inside the platform
  • Under-18 learners must have a guardian present

If something feels wrong, stop the session and contact us immediately.

Impact

What learners say

Learners use Language Connect to...

Job Interviews

Help learners prepare to answer questions in a new language.

Workplace Communication

Practise professional phrases before starting a new role.

Everyday Situations

Build confidence for shops, schools, doctors, and neighbours.

Reducing Isolation

Provide a regular connection with a supportive person.

Accents & Style

Give exposure to different ways of speaking.

Cultural Nuances

Explain the context behind words and phrases.

The Journey

How it works

Everything happens in one place: profiles, scheduling, video calls, messaging, and feedback.

All-in-one

Our platform manages everything. You don't need to share your personal email or phone number.

1

Create your profile

Sign up and build your Language Partner profile: your languages, availability, a short introduction, and optionally a brief video.

2

Set your availability

Choose times that work for you. The platform shows your availability in each learner's local time zone automatically.

3

Learners book sessions

Ukrainian learners browse profiles, read about your background, and book a time. They send a short message about what they want to practise.

4

Accept and meet

You receive a booking request. Accept it, and both of you join the video call at the scheduled time directly in the platform.

5

Feedback and repeat

After sessions, learners leave ratings and written feedback. You can work with the same learners regularly or meet new people each time.

Your Recognition

Earn credentials. Showcase on LinkedIn.

Every session counts toward your next credential tier. Add your achievements directly to your LinkedIn profile.

Add to Your LinkedIn Profile

One-click credential sharing. Employers see verified tutoring experience with session counts.

Verified Credential

8 Credential Tiers

Complete sessions → Unlock tiers → Earn badges
1
Tutor
2+
2
Certified Tutor
5+
3
Senior Tutor
10+
4
Lead Tutor
25+
5
Principal Tutor
50+
6
Distinguished Tutor
100+
7
Master Tutor
200+
8
Tutor Fellow
500+

Digital Badge

With your name & tier

PDF Certificate

For your records

Verification URL

Employers can verify

LinkedIn Ready

One-click sharing

Make an impact

Ready to start?

Use your language skills. Have real conversations.
Help someone rebuild.

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