We like to think that refugees can be themselves again in the Netherlands. But is this a perception or reality? Since the start of the war in Ukraine, we have become increasingly aware of the refugees in our midst. Are we more united with Ukrainian refugees than those from other parts of the world? The welcome we extended to them last year gave rise to mixed feelings among aid groups which have been working for years to ensure a humane reception for all refugees. So why were Ukrainians welcomed in a different way than others?