Over the years we have been lucky to have wonderful volunteers. Please meet our 2009-2010 team!

Olga Fortuna

Currently a fourth-year Social Work student, Olga began working with us in the Fall of 2008. After her little brother Edik was adopted, Olga began working with a new girl, Nastya. This academic year Olga will continue to visit Nastya four days a week.

 Ernest Macharashvili

Ernest began his volunteer work at the Baby Home a year ago, and this year he joins us as a trained Big Brother. "When I came to the Baby Home, I was unaware of the Big Sibling program. I began working with two boys independently, and waited to apply next year to become a part of your project" he says. This year Ernest will be continuing his work with the same two boys.

 Yulia Govrilyuk

A second year student of Social Work, Yulia is pursuing her life-long interest in working with young children.  "I don't have siblings of my own, and have a lot of love I want to share", says Yulia. She is working with a 3 year old boy Sasha.

 Vadim Rudakov

Vadim is training to be a Social Worker and possesses a natural aptitude for applied work with young children. His little sister Nastya was very shy when she first met Vadim, but within 30 minutes was showing off toys. Vadim's sensitivity and patience, in addition to professionalism, are exemplary.

Svetlana Yatsuk

When Svetlana (left) found out about the program from her older sister Yelena Yatzuk (right), who is the program coordinator, she immediately wanted to apply. However, she had to wait two years till she became eligible (the program does not accept first-year university students), and this year finally was able to participate in the very competitive application process. She admires children and loves her "little brother".

Irina Muntyan

Irina is a second-year student of Social Work and is planning to work with HIV-infected children or children in institutions when she graduates. 

Natalia Sil'vestrova 

In addition to her interest in applied work with children, Natalia is also an artist. She paints and pursues photography, and believes that her creativity will be helpful in her work with children.