Restart despite hurdles: How refugees from Ukraine gain a foothold in Austria

Since the beginning of the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine in February 2022, many Ukrainians have fled to Austria – including Maria, Juliet and Inna. Three women with academic degrees who are now trying to build a new life in a new country. However, the way there is long and often rocky. Maria came to Austria with her daughter in March 2022. She worked as an architect in Ukraine for 20 years. However, her degree is not recognized here.…