As Chris Leptos AO – a valued partner of the Ukraine Crisis Appeal – says so powerfully: “I can't think of a better Christmas present than giving hope to the people of Ukraine…” As russian attacks escalate in the lead-up to Christmas, there has never been a more urgent moment to make a tax-deductible donation through the Ukraine Crisis Appeal. Over 80% of … [Read more...]

AFUO Advocacy Tour fundraising with Lt-Col Andrii Berezovskyi & Col Mykola Fedkalov – How Your Donations Were Put to Work. Thanks to the generosity of our Ukrainian communities and supporters around the country, we were able to raise over AUD $130,000 for Ukrainian defenders (Advocacy Tour report). These raised funds helped fulfil 17 community requests … [Read more...]

For the first time in history, Australia is hosting the Permanent Synod of the Ukrainian Catholic Church in Australia, New Zealand and Oceania – a milestone moment for our community. From 4–14 December 2025, His Beatitude Sviatoslav and bishops from across the world will meet in Melbourne for the 13th (84th) session of the Permanent Synod for a series of working days, … [Read more...]

Last chance to reserve your spot for a unique fundraising event, hosted by the AFUO’s Defend Ukraine Appeal and Olga & Levan, members of the Georgian & Ukrainian communities in Sydney. TOMORROW! Sat 6 Dec, 6:00pm Pontian Club, 604 New Canterbury Rd, Hurlstone Park NSW🎟️ https://www.trybooking.com/DHDDU The Defend Ukraine Appeal team, Levan Rostomashvili … [Read more...]

The Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO) sincerely thanks the Albanese Government for the $95m Ukraine military aid package announced today. The latest package includes: $50m to NATO’s PURL $43m in Australian Defence Force supplies $2m for Drone Capability Coalition This aid is critical to save and protect Ukrainian lives. russia shows no … [Read more...]

GivingTuesday is a "movement that unleashes the power of radical generosity". Today, we need that power to combat darkness and cold in Ukraine. Imagine this reality: You are trapped in your cold home. The power is out. Outside, temperatures average -6°C (21°F), often plunging to -20°C (-4°F). You wrap your children in blankets, but the cold is paralyzing. You can't … [Read more...]

AFUO Chair Kateryna Argyrou officially welcomed as Honorary Consul of Ukraine in Sydney at the Parliament of NSW Earlier this month, community leaders, political leaders, the NSW Consular Corps, investors and journalists marked a special moment for Ukraine-Australia relations: the official ceremony for the re-launch of the Honorary Consulate of Ukraine in Sydney. As both … [Read more...]

Congratulations to Volya Ukrainian Cossack Dancers for their show-stopping performance at the Australian of the Year Awards, South Australia! Well done to all the performers and everyone involved for an incredible display of cultural advocacy, sharing our beautiful and rich tradition of Ukrainian dance. Credit: Australia Day Council of South Australia Association of … [Read more...]

📢 STAND AGAINST RUSSIAN OIL – Australia, it’s time to #StopFuellingrussiasWar 🛑 Urgent call to the Sydney community! Protest this Sunday, 30 November at 11:00am at La Perouse Monument, 1544 Anzac Parade, La Perouse. The Proteus Bohemia tanker – loaded with refined petroleum made from russian crude – is expected to arrive at Port Botany on Sunday at midday.  Join … [Read more...]

Ukrainians in Geelong meet with Viva Refinery after AFUO-supported protest against russian ‘Blood Oil’ loophole #StopFuellingrussiasWar Earlier this month, the Ardmore Sealion and Komorebi tankers – carrying blood oil made from russian crude in Mangalore refinery in India – docked in Geelong, prompting strong concern and immediate action from the Ukrainian … [Read more...]