Over one powerful weekend on 18-19 April, Ukrainian communities in Sydney and Melbourne came together with visiting Ukrainian writer, filmmaker, and volunteer Ruslan Horovyi. For 20+ years, Ruslan has worked to return missing Ukrainian children - a mission made more urgent following russia’s invasions in 2014 and 2022, and the forced deportation of tens of thousands of … [Read more...]

In the early hours of Thursday morning, russia launched one of its largest assaults in recent months, deploying nearly 700 drones alongside ballistic and cruise missiles against Ukrainian cities. At least 17 people have been killed and more than 100 injured across the country. Civilian areas and infrastructure were deliberately targeted: Kyiv: 4 people killed, … [Read more...]

Renowned historian Serhii Plokhy will present his latest work, “David and Goliath: Commentaries on the Russo-Ukrainian War” (2025), in a special online webinar exploring the history and ongoing realities of Russia’s war against Ukraine. 16 April, 9:00am (AEST) Moderated by Prof. Mark Edele, University of Melbourne Opening remarks by H.E. Vasyl Myroshnychenko, Ukrainian … [Read more...]

April is recognised globally as a time to reflect on the millions of lives lost to genocide — and to reaffirm our responsibility to remember, educate, and act. For Ukrainians, this includes the Holodomor of 1932–33 — a man-made genocidal famine that claimed millions of lives and was deliberately inflicted by Stalin and the Soviet regime on the Ukrainian people. For … [Read more...]

The Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations warmly welcomes seven Ukrainian mental health professionals to Australia They are here as part of a Fellowship program supported by the Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and delivered by NSW community service STARTTS and supported by various health organisations, including Sydney Local Health … [Read more...]

The Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO) warmly wishes the Orthodox community in Australia and our fellow Ukrainians in Ukraine a blessed Easter. On this Holy Day, we celebrate the Resurrection of Christ and give thanks for the hope, faith, and renewal it brings. May this sacred time bring light, strength, and peace to Ukraine and stand as a symbol of … [Read more...]

Following its February appearance at Senate hearings on sanctions against russia, the Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations has submitted further evidence to the Committee: Powerful testimonials from community members exposing the human cost of the blood oil sanctions loophole; More information on frozen russian assets; Feedback from engagement with fuel … [Read more...]

An important in-person and online public lecture hosted by the Посольство України в Австралії / Embassy of Ukraine in Australia and the Australian Institute of International Affairs - National Office (ACT). H.E. Vasyl Myroshnychenko, Ambassador of Ukraine to Australia, will share insights on the current state of russia’s war against Ukraine, the realities on the ground, and … [Read more...]

We are proud to share that Generator #2 has now been delivered to a school in the Odesa region of Ukraine - bringing vital power where it is urgently needed. For children and teachers, this means more than electricity. It means the ability to continue learning during outages, stay warm, and study in safer, more stable conditions despite the ongoing challenges of … [Read more...]

Ukraine Crisis Appeal, under the leadership of Diahanna Senko, together with RAWCS - Rotary Australia World Community Service and the Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations, is proud to be a long-standing partner of Caritas Ukraine - playing a vital role in supporting their international humanitarian efforts. Recently, Teresa Lachowicz from Ukraine Crisis Appeal … [Read more...]