Ivan Franko National University of Lviv

The University of Birmingham and Ivan Franko National University of Lviv are joined in a #TwinforHope partnership that aims to demonstrate shared values, commitment, support and solidarity during the current invasion of Ukraine and beyond. We are collaborating to develop joint educational initiatives, share best practice and launch joint staff training and research projects.

IFNUL is one of the oldest universities in Ukraine, established in 1661, specialising in training experts for education, research and industry. It was renamed after the Ukrainian writer, poet, and statesman, Ivan Franko (1856-1916).

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