Key meetings this week with senior Australian political leaders and the President of the Ukrainian World Congress - Свiтовий Конґрес Українців, Mr Paul Grod. The AFUO was proud to facilitate a series of meetings this week for the UWC President with Brad Battin MP, Leader of the Victorian State Opposition, Matthew Guy MP (of Ukrainian descent) and Mr Lee Tarlamis MP OAM MP, … [Read more...]

Dr Michael Lawriwsky on The Australian and Sky News urges Ukraine’s allies to understand that Putin will not sign anything that respects Ukraine’s security and sovereignty – until russia is defeated militarily. Dr Lawriwsky reminds of the horrific reality of russian imperialism, it’s objective goal is the “total capitulation of the whole of Ukraine, which would result in a … [Read more...]

At a time of heightened global concern over the Trump administration's stance on Ukraine, the AFUO commends the Ukrainian Ambassador HE Vasyl Myroshnychenko for his steadfast and highly effective media advocacy. His message is clear: Ukrainians have always sought peace, as well as the preservation of their democracy and sovereignty. Any proposed ceasefire must prioritise … [Read more...]

AFUO Chair Kateryna Argyrou and UWC President Paul Grod on ABC News Breakfast discuss the experiences of Ukrainians and the path to genuine peace & security. “Since the start of the full-scale invasion we have had about 5,000 displaced Ukrainians come to Australia seeking safe-haven. They are 75% women and children, torn apart from their extended families and most of … [Read more...]

The Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO) is proud to announce the conclusion of its XXIX 2025 Zyizd and Triennial General Meeting (TGM) that took place over the weekend. We warmly congratulate and welcome the newly elected AFUO Board: We sincerely thank outgoing Board members Jarema Polatajko, Iryna Andreeva and Stephan Chomyn for their immense impact … [Read more...]