The **Kyiv Independent** is Ukraine’s fastest-growing English-language media outlet, established in November 2021 by journalists dismissed from the Kyiv Post due to conflicts over editorial independence[1][3]. Founded just three months before Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the Kyiv Independent quickly became a vital source of reliable, independent news about Ukraine and Eastern Europe, especially during wartime[1][3]. The organization was born out of a commitment to **freedom of speech** and **uncompromising journalism**. Its founders resisted pressures from owners seeking to curtail critical coverage of Ukrainian authorities, choosing instead to create a new platform that prioritizes **honest, investigative reporting**—including on sensitive topics like misconduct within the Ukrainian military[1][3]. This stance has earned the Kyiv Independent multiple awards and trust from millions of readers worldwide. With a team of over 70 professionals from six countries, the Kyiv Independent combines journalists, editors, photographers, videographers, managers, and marketers working primarily from Kyiv[4]. Despite the ongoing war, the team remains based in Ukraine, demonstrating resilience and dedication to frontline reporting. The organization has invested significantly in staff safety, offering security training, medical courses, and mental health support to cope with the stresses of reporting in a war zone[2]. Financially, the Kyiv Independent navigated challenges as advertising paused initially due to the war but began recovering later in 2022. It relies heavily on reader support and memberships to sustain its operations, emphasizing its commitment to independent journalism free from external influence[2][3]. The Kyiv Independent’s ambition extends beyond Ukraine as it seeks to inform a global audience about Eastern Europe’s geopolitical realities and to promote democratic values through transparent reporting[2]. Its engaging coverage, combining breaking news, in-depth analysis, and investigative journalism, makes it essential for readers interested in business, technology, and international affairs tied to Ukraine’s complex and evolving context[1]