Nikita Kazbek and Evgeny Demensky, prominent figures connected to Russia’s Leaders program, initiated the #WeLearnTogether initiative with a clear mission: help schoolchildren facing tough life circumstances maintain equal access to education alongside their peers.
Kazbek, who earned recognition as a winner in the Leaders of Russia competition and serves as head of the Rostov regional youth government, highlights a recurring challenge: students often struggle to keep up with the curriculum. The presence of a knowledgeable ally for homework help, test prep, exam strategies, and OGE readiness can be a decisive factor in parental and student peace of mind.
The initiative is framed against broader regional tensions and military actions in nearby areas. Kazbek notes the imperative to safeguard equal educational opportunities for all children, especially those from affected regions. He stresses that students from Donbass and Ukraine require additional support during these times.
With optimism despite obstacles, Kazbek asserts a commitment to ensuring that every child has the chance to pursue a bright and progressive future through steady educational assistance.
Individuals who are willing to provide free help with the school curriculum, aid in exam preparation, or share guidance are invited to participate in the #WeTogetherLearning effort. This call extends to teachers, tutors, tutoring centers, and other interested volunteers.
Project organizers report that more than 240 volunteers from various Russian regions and other countries have joined the effort as trainers. The scope continues to expand through diverse participation and collaboration.
Evgeniy Demensky, a super-finalist in Leaders of Russia, describes global support for the project and notes responses from volunteers across Russia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Israel, Canada, the United Kingdom, Belgium, and Ecuador. The effort emphasizes cross-border solidarity in education.
According to Demensky, more than 40 students have received assistance in accessing more than 70 free lessons covering Russian language and literature, mathematics, English, history, social studies, chemistry, biology, physics, and related subjects. This outreach illustrates the breadth of subjects and the willingness of mentors to share knowledge.
Organizers state that all lessons are delivered online. The project operates through the website we work together.rf, where volunteers can register and schoolchildren can request tutoring in specific subjects. This centralized platform aims to streamline connections between learners and mentors.
The initiative is described as part of the Dobro track within a mentoring program associated with the Senezh management workshop and supported by the Rostov regional government and the Rostov regional youth government. The arrangement reflects a broader commitment to community mentorship and educational equity in the region.