Since the early days of the Russian aggression against Ukraine, groups and individuals united by the decision to resist this aggression have been joining the defending Ukrainians. Despite differing ideologies and goals, they are determined to risk their lives for values they consider fundamental. Volunteers have become a significant part of modern European history, although their activities often remain hidden from the public.

The MONITORING of these groups’ activities does not aim to evaluate their political or strategic goals; it merely maps activities, records structures, and analyzes the links between individual groups and their key actors.