On August 24, Ukraine celebrates 35 years of restored independence — a milestone built on a history of resilience stretching back over a thousand years. This year, more than ever, that history matters. Ukrainians continue to defend not just their own freedom against russian aggression, but the democratic values we all share — standing together with unity and strength that … [Read more...]

EcoFlow powers their communications. It charges their drones. It keeps their medics working after dark. You can support this campaign in two ways: attend one of the charity screenings or make a direct donation to the fundraiser - https://defendukraineappeal.org/kuzma-charity-screenings/ Find your nearest screening and purchase tickets via the link … [Read more...]

Award-winning Ukrainian short film "In Her Arms" (В її обіймах) comes to MIFF The Ukrainian short film “In Her Arms” (В її обіймах) (directed by Roman Volosevych) makes its Australian premiere at one one of the world's most iconic film festivals - the Melbourne International Film Festival (MIIF) - the only Ukrainian film in this year's program. After a win at … [Read more...]

We are proud to announce the delivery of a new generator to a school in the Sumy region, where children and teachers live with the daily reality of war and ongoing attacks close to the russian border. The generator was purchased with funds raised through the Canberra half-marathon initiative in support of Future Ukraine’s “Warmth for Ukraine” campaign. Our … [Read more...]

Barbaric russian strikes on homes, vehicles, and civilian infrastructure — apartment blocks on fire, an ambulance depot hit, families sheltering from ballistic missiles. At least nine people killed and dozens injured in Kyiv this weekend alone, as Ukraine ran out of interceptors for its US-supplied Patriot air defence systems — of 27 ballistic missiles fired by russia, only … [Read more...]

When a Space Has No Walls: How Caritas' Mobile Teams Are Bringing Hope Across Kherson Oblast In many frontline communities across the Kherson region, the constant threat of shelling makes it impossible to establish permanent Child-Friendly Spaces. But the needs of children and families don't stop because of war—and neither does Caritas. Ukraine Crisis Appeal is proud to … [Read more...]

The documentary Kuzma is a biographical portrait of legendary Ukrainian musician Andrii Kuzmenko (Kuzma Skryabin). Millions loved Andrii Kuzmenko, the charismatic frontman of the iconic Ukrainian band Skryabin. Yet only a few truly knew him. Through exclusive, previously unseen archival footage and personal recordings, Kuzma reveals his inner transformation, sharp … [Read more...]

Today, on the Day of Remembrance, Ukrainians around the world remember every defender, volunteer and civilian executed, tortured, or killed in russian captivity. We also commemorate the fourth anniversary of the russian attack on the Olenivka prison — the night of 28-29 July, when russia killed more than 50 Ukrainian prisoners of war and injured over 130 more. Most of the … [Read more...]

Great news to share with our community! The Ukrainian Education Council of Australia's (UECA) application to reactivate Ukrainian as a senior secondary language offering across Australia is continuing to progress through the required national consultation and review process. Ukrainian was offered nationally in Australian high schools as a senior secondary language … [Read more...]

Every five years, the Australian Bureau of Statistics counts every person and household in Australia in the Census — covering things like age, country of birth, cultural background, and more. On Tuesday 11 August 2026, everyone in Australia must be included on a Census form — this means Australian citizens, visa holders and international visitors. This is our chance to … [Read more...]