The Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO) welcomes and strongly endorses the report of the Senate inquiry into Australian support for Ukraine, which was released yesterday. We urge the … Read More...
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Reaction to Foreign Minister Penny Wong’s comments on Ukraine
The Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO) is disappointed by comments on Ukraine made by Foreign Minister Penny Wong yesterday on ABC radio. “Only a few months ago, the Foreign Minister rightly … Read More...
Ukrainian Museum of Australia opens new exhibition Collection/Connection
The Ukrainian Museum of Australia is excited to welcome all to the opening of its new exhibition “Collection/Connection” this Sunday, 15 September, 12pm-3pm! Collection/Connection will see Australian artists of … Read More...
An update about the AFUO Displaced People (DP) survey and further advocacy to Government about DP visa issues (ENG & UKR)
Thank you to all who responded to the AFUO Displaced Persons (DP) survey between 24 July - 14 August — we had an excellent response from 1,949 adults (who are collectively responsible for 1,170 dependents). The … Read More...
Mick Ryan, AM, launches new book “The War for Ukraine: Strategy and Adaptation Under Fire”
The highly esteemed former military leader and strategist, Mick Ryan, AM, will be launching his new book “The War for Ukraine: Strategy and Adaptation Under Fire” at an in-person and live stream event next Thursday … Read More...
#LetUkraineStrikeBack rallies urge actionAuto Draft
Last weekend across Australia, the Australian-Ukrainian community stood united in rallies to demand action from the Australian Government and the international community to respond to the 2nd deadliest month of … Read More...
Paris 2024: Paralympics Summary
Despite enormous challenges, Team Ukraine was able to shine at the 17th Summer Paralympic games, with 20 multiple medallists within its ranks, securing 7th place in the overall medal tally with 82 medals. “We … Read More...
AFUO urges Australian Government to #LetUkraineStrikeBackNoLimits
💔 Our hearts are broken by yesterday’s deadly russian missile attack on historic Lviv, which killed the whole family of Yaroslav Bazylevych — his wife Evhenia (43) and three daughters Emilia (7), Daryna (18) and … Read More...
International Day of Charity
Established by the United Nations in 2012, the International Day of Charity draws attention to the invaluable role of charity, donating and volunteering. As a result of Ukrainians’ unity and immeasurable … Read More...
Ruslana Danilkina inspires all with her mission to give Ukrainian amputees the life they deserve
In a series of powerful speeches, media appearances and meetings, visiting Ukrainian war veteran and amputee 21-year-old Ruslana Danilkina showed the indomitable courage, resilience, and determination of the … Read More...
A week of Independence Day celebrations
The AFUO extends our sincerest thank you and congratulations to all Ukrainian-Australian community organisations, coordinating committees and attendees for an incredible week of Independence Day celebrations to mark … Read More...
The AFUO thanks Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and government leaders who stood with our community on Ukrainian Independence Day
In a heartfelt message to the Australian-Ukrainian community on the occasion of Ukrainian Independence Day, the Prime Minister of Australia, Anthony Albanese, renewed Australia’s “respect for the strength and … Read More...