Читати українською Dear friends! August is a special time for us as we get ready to celebrate the 30th Ukraine’s Independence Anniversary. Ukrainian flags will proudly fly all over the globe. Over 30 years a new Independence Generation emerged. We are proud to be a part or the united global Ukrainian community, especially in the face of today’s challenges. Mariia Kupriianova UWC Executive Director UWC and our organizations worldwide prepared a busy program of initiatives for Ukraine’s independence anniversary. We will speak about diaspora’s role in restoring Ukraine’s independence. We will celebrate talented diaspora youth leaders. We will host a global virtual forum. We will come together for parades, concerts, virtual and in-person festivals and meetings. We are united by Ukraine, no matter we may live. Join in! 30th Anniversary of Ukrainian Independence On the occasion of the 30th anniversary Ukrainian Independence, August 28th, 2021, the Ukrainian World Congress invites you to a virtual forum "United by Ukraine-30th anniversary of Independence". The virtual forum hosted by UA:Pershyi in Kyiv will unite Ukrainians across six continents and will be broadcast live to audiences in Ukraine and across the world. Join us to experience the unique memories, frank confessions, and fascinating stories from our international Ukrainian communities, across three generations of Ukrainians. For more information, we are excited to be launching the United by Ukraine later this month. After an extensive search, the 30 under 30 Campaign is coming to a close. After receiving over 100 applications from 24 countries worldwide, our selections commitee is prepared to release the names of the 30 young finalists who will be named the UWC's 30 under 30! The event will livestreamed on the UWC Facebook page, to register [CLICK HERE] July Highlight The UWC pledges support for National Babyn Yar Memorial Project In the leadup to the 80th anniversary commemoration of the Babyn Yar tragedy, the Ukrainian World Congress (UWC) has pledged over $20M to support the realization of a National Babyn Yar Museum and Memorial Complex as authored by the Historical Institute of the Academy of Sciences. Continue Reading[HERE] UWC statement on the recent developments on the Nord Stream 2 Project In the wake of the official announcement of an agreement reached between the US President Joe Biden and German Chancellor Angela Merkel on the completion of the Nord Stream-2 gas pipeline, the Ukrainian World Congress once again calls on the Federal Government of Germany to impose a moratorium on this dangerous geopolitical project of the Kremlin. Continue Reading [HERE] The Ukrainian World Congress Spoke at the International Policy forum for Ukraine "Ukraine 30" UWC compelled to sever ties with member organizations in the Russian Federation. In a move to protect the Ukrainian ethnic minority in Russia, the Ukrainian World Congress was compelled to suspend membership of all Ukrainian organizations and UWC leaders in Russia. The move comes after Vladimir Putin enacted draconian laws that impose criminal sanctions on Russian citizens for associating with “undesirable” organizations, including the Ukrainian World Congress Continue Reading [HERE] 7th Anniversary of the downing of Malaysian Airlines flight MH17 Ukrainian communities across the world came together to mark the anniversary of the downing of Malaysian Airlines flight MH17. Community members in France and Ukraine held demonstrations to mourn the victims and to hold the Russian government accountable. For the past seven years the Russian Federation has harbored the criminals responsible for the killing of 298 innocent civilians on July 17, 2014, when Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 travelling from Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur was shot down over Ukrainian territory by a Russian-controlled missile system. Continue Reading [HERE] Ukraine reveals new policies on the protection of Ukrainian language As of July 16th, 2021 the Constitutional Court of Ukraine has signed into effect new legislation “On Ensuring the Functioning of the Ukrainian Language as the State Language”. Learn more [HERE] Global Holodomor Global Descendants Network Important Dates in August August 24th marks the 30th anniversary of Ukraine's independence. August 23rd marks Ukrainian Flag The Ukrainian Community in Brazil day celebrates its 130th year Upcoming Events UCCA- Illinois Independence Day Parade The Ukrainian Congress Committee of America, IL Department, invites you to join their Ukrainian Independence Day Parade on the main street of Chicago. This parade will be the first of its kind in Chicago and aim to highlight the unity of the Ukrainian- American Community. To learn more click [HERE] Ukrainian Canadian Congress- Alberta Provincial Council Ukrainian Independence Day Zabava For the first time, the Ukrainian Canadian Congress - Alberta Provincial Council brings their annual Ukrainian Day Festival to Camp Bar-V-Nok at Pigeon Lake! We welcome you to this family friendly Zabava which will bring together Ukrainians across Alberta. To learn more click [HERE] Ukrainian House in Jordan calls to join the All- Ukrainian Children's Contest On the occasion of the 30th anniversary of Ukraine's Independence, the Ukrainian House in Jordan invites you to take part in the All-Ukrainian children's competition "What Ukraine is for me". This competition is open to all children between the ages of 3 - 18. Submissions can take the form of photography or illustrated works that answered the question "What is Ukraine to me?" For more information click [HERE] The Ukrainian Canadian Students' Union to host their 67th National Congress The Ukrainian Canadian Students' Union (SUSK) invites all Ukrainan Canadian Youth to attend their 67th Annual National Congress from August 26th-29th. As the governing body of Ukrainain Student Organizations across Canadian Post-Secondary institutions, SUSK provides students with the opportunity to engage with the national Ukrainian community. To learn more click [HERE] World Congress fo Ukrainian Youth - Forum of Ukrainian Diaspora Youth From August 23rd- 28th, the World Congress of Ukrainian Youth invites you to attend their third congress and Ukrainian youth forum held in Chernivtsi Ukraine. To register click [HERE] Thank you to our Donors We thank BCU Financial for this significant contribution. The trust of our valued partners inspires us to strengthen Ukrainian communities globally in the face of unprecedented turbulence and challenges. At this crucial time in history we rely on this continued support to help us counter ongoing Russian aggression and disinformation, strengthen Ukraine’s statehood, and ensure our heritage is recognized and celebrated. We thank each of our friends, volunteers and donors for their trust and support. Support UWC Want to share news from your community? Join a discussion or initiative? Send your suggestions, photos and topics that you would like to see in the next "Bulletin". 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