"The Petrach Annual Online Conference, held in the spring of 2024, brought together an esteemed cohort of Ukraine Studies fellows, both resident, and non-resident, alongside prominent North America-based scholars, to explore pivotal topics concerning Ukrainian politics and Ukraine’s role in international affairs. This year’s event underscored the profound challenges and opportunities faced by Ukraine in a rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape, emphasizing themes such as governance, civic engagement, European integration, and the impact of war on societal structures. These proceedings capture the depth and diversity of the discussions, offering a series of thought-provoking papers that explore these critical issues." Uliana Movchan, Editor.