On June 1 we stand in solidarity with Ukrainian children — those living through the trauma of war, displacement, and loss. As Australian-Ukrainians, we carry the responsibility to amplify their voices, support their healing, and defend their right to a peaceful childhood. Let’s honour them not only with words, but with action, compassion, and continued advocacy. Діти … [Read more...]

Crimea: Recognising the 1944 Genocide and Confronting 11 Years of Russian OccupationA powerful online event examining history, resistance, and justice from Crimea to today. 📅 Wednesday 4 June, 7:30pm - 9:30 pm (AEST)🔗 Registration link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSehWm4oc7AfzcGyQl_Bx0Z0oK6LYqZm6c2mM3hisqCmhq58nQ/viewform  In partnership with the … [Read more...]

Now streaming on SBS On Demand:"Masha & Valentyna" – A moving 50-minute documentary by Simon Target, offering an intimate portrait of war, flight, and resilience. 🚨 Available until Saturday 31 May, 11:59pm The film follows 17 year old Masha and her mother Valentyna, who fled to Poland after russia’s full-scale invasion, capturing the raw reality of … [Read more...]

A sincere Thank You to Rotary Mosman for hosting the AFUO, and for the ongoing vital support & partnership of Rotary World Community Service (RAWCS). Last week, Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO) Chair Kateryna Argyrou and AFUO Humanitarian & Medical Aid Director Diahanna Senko were welcomed to the Rotary Mosman club to update their supportive … [Read more...]

Progress report 19-25 May Rotary Club presentation – it was a pleasure to attend the Mosman Rotary Club lunch as a guest speaker. I provided an update on our community’s advocacy, fundraising efforts as well as feedback from my recent trip to Ukraine. AFUO Director of Humanitarian Aid, Diahanna Senko, also provided an update on her trip to Ukraine and accepted a … [Read more...]