Valentyn is currently a PhD student at Kherson State University. His research focuses on the migration experiences of Ukrainian Roma in Europe, exploring their settlement patterns, social integration, and the specific challenges they face.
Current affiliation
- Kherson State University
Hosting institute
Contact
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Key expertise
- migration studies
- ethnic minorities
- war-induced displacement
- qualitative research
- human geography
- romani studies
Regional expertise
- Ukraine
- Eastern Europe
Profile according to FFVT taxonomy
Fields of research
- Migration Research
Scientific topics
- Causes Of Displacement
- Identity
- Integration And Social Participation
- Reception, Accommodation And Housing
- Refugee Camp
Disciplines
- Geography
- Sociology
Professional Career
PhD Candidate in Geography and Migration Studies
Master in History
Relevant publications
- Valentyn Zharonkin, Janush Panchenko, Mykola Homanyu. “Ukrainian Roma Facing the Challenges of the Russian-Ukrainian War and Displacement.” In Minorities at War: Cultural Identity and Resilience in Ukraine, edited by Elmira Muratova and Nadia Zasanska. 2024. Routledge. DOI.
- Valentyn Zharonkin. “Migration Strategies of Ukrainian Roma in Times of Danger: Based on General Population Censuses of the 19th – 21st Centuries.” Scientific Bulletin of KSU Series Geographical Sciences 20: 13 – 21. 2024. DOI.
- Mykola Homanyuk, Oleksij Hnatyuk, Valentyn Žaronkin. “Das Fell eines unerlegten Bären verteilen Karten über den Zerfall Russlands.” Osteuropa 6-7: 25 – 34. 2024. DOI.
- Mykola Homanyuk, Oleksandr Khodosovtsev, Ivan Moysiyenko, Olena Ponomaryova, Valentyn Zharonkin. “Ukrainian Facilites of the Nature Reserve Fund in the Conditons of War and Russian Occupaton.” Ekonomichna ta Sotsialna Geografiya 89: 31–41. 2023. DOI.
- Mykola Homanyuk, Valentyn Zharonkin, Janush Panchenko, Igor Danylenko. “Decline in Xenophobia Towards Roma in Ukraine: An Analysis of Recent Opinion Trends.” Ekonomichna ta Sotsialna Geografiya 92: 104 – 113. 2024. DOI.
Research profile
Q1. Who are you?
I am a PhD student at Kherson State University. My work focuses on the forced migration of Ukrainian Roma to European countries due to the war.
Q2. What was your motivation for applying for the FFVT fellowship? Why Germany?
Germany has accumulated unique expertise in studying migration processes, including the integration and challenges faced by displaced communities. Collaborating with German scholars enriches my research with new approaches and methodologies. The FFVT fellowship provides an excellent opportunity to engage with experts, access relevant research resources, and exchange knowledge on migration studies.
Q3. What do you expect from the fellowship?
I expect to deepen my understanding of migration research methodologies and expand my professional network by connecting with scholars specialising in forced migration. Additionally, I aim to share insights on the situation of Ukrainian Roma refugees and contribute to discussions on policies and support mechanisms for displaced communities.
Q4. What is the focus of your work, and what is innovative about it? What are your planned outcomes and activities for the fellowship period? And how do they relate to your FFVT hosting institution/ the FFVT cooperation project?
My research focuses on the migration experiences of Ukrainian Roma in Europe, exploring their settlement patterns, social integration, and the specific challenges they face. This topic remains underexplored, and my work contributes to filling this gap by providing empirical data and analysis. During the fellowship, I plan to conduct a comparative study on Roma migration, engage in discussions with German scholars, and participate in academic events. This aligns with the FFVT cooperation project’s goal of fostering research on forced migration and displacement.