Hello, my name is Viktoria. I'm a mother to a wonderful 5-year-old boy and we're originally from Ukraine. We had to leave our home and family behind due to the war, carrying only a small bag of essentials for my son. We've been living in the UK since May 2022, and it's been a challenging journey adapting to a new life, learning English and finding work. But I'm a fighter, and I'm determined to provide for my son and myself. I currently work part-time in hospitality, which I enjoy, but my biggest dream right now is to have a home of our own.
I've been incredibly lucky to have been hosted by a wonderful family since we arrived in the UK. They've been kind, supportive and have become like family to us. But now, I feel it's time for us to move on and live independently. I'm excited to find a flat where my son and I can build our lives. I'm looking forward to inviting our hosts over for a meal in our new home, a simple joy I've been dreaming of. I'm also eager to manage our bills and become fully independent, but I need some help to get there.
Knowing that there are people out there willing to support us in achieving our goal gives me strength and confidence. I am truly grateful to Beam, my caseworker, and to everyone who will donate to help us secure a home. Your generosity and kindness mean the world to us. In two years' time, I hope to see peace in Ukraine and to reunite with my family. But for now, achieving this goal with Beam will make me feel proud and hopeful for our future.