On 24 February 2024, let the world know that you Stand With Ukraine! All around the world, and in capital cities around Australia, 24 February will be marked by rallies and events to support Ukraine. We will remember the innocent civilian lives lost to this barbaric russian war and the brave defenders who have made the ultimate sacrifice.  We will honour … [Read more...]

The Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO) thanks the Albanese Government for today’s commitment of $50 million to the International Fund for Ukraine. The International Fund for Ukraine receives contributions from international partners to provide military equipment to Ukraine, and is administered by the United Kingdom’s Ministry of Defence. We are … [Read more...]

The searing experience of being forced to flee their homeland in search of safety, freedom and opportunities - most recently as a result of the brutal full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine - is the central theme behind an exhibition featuring Ukrainian contemporary artworks at the Billich Art Gallery, Sydney, between Sunday 18 - Thursday 22 February. The Emigrants and … [Read more...]

A national survey conducted in early February 2024 provides fresh insight into the depth of Australian opposition towards Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine and the rising number of Australians who believe the Federal Government should do more to support Ukraine as it approaches the 2nd anniversary of Russia’s invasion. An overwhelming proportion of Australians (82%) … [Read more...]

Learn more about how Ukraine has continued to move towards a modern economy, notwithstanding the challenges presented by the full-scale russian invasion. In this in-person and online event, hear Roman Waschuk, Business Ombudsman in Ukraine and a former Ambassador of Canada to Ukraine, discuss the topic: “Ukraine: A Rebounding Economy Under Fire” Date: Tuesday 13 … [Read more...]

The death of 33 year old Ukrainian poet Maksym Kryvtsov on the Ukrainian frontline last month is yet another reminder of the senseless destruction and devastation russia is wreaking on the Ukrainian people.  It follows the killing of writer Victoria Amelina from a cruise missile attack on a pizza shop in Kramatorsk last year; the probable torture and murder of … [Read more...]

The AFUO welcomes Dr Rudi Myhovych, neurologist and president of the Christian Medical Association of Ukraine (CMAU), to Australia! Rudi will be holding meetings with the community, the AFUO Medical Aid Committee, government, medical companies, hospitals and the media to discuss how Australia can help Ukraine address its ongoing, critical medical … [Read more...]

Last year on Ukrainian Independence Day on 24 August, people around the world formed human chains as part of #TheFreeWorldGathering, a global initiative of the Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Thank you to our communities in Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra for joining this initiative!  Our Australian-Ukrainian community was joined by thousands from … [Read more...]

The AFUO would like to congratulate Ukrainian community member, Ivan Slavich, who has been appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in the Australia Day 2024 Honours List. Ivan received his award for significant service to business, and to the community through governance and philanthropic endeavours. He has held senior roles within the energy and … [Read more...]

Good luck Dayana Yastremska, the powerhouse Ukrainian tennis player who is the first qualifier to reach the Australian Open semi-finals in 46 years! Dayana’s eight straight match wins have been thrilling and heart-stopping. We hope Dayana can continue her winning streak tonight! You can watch the game on Channel 9 tonight after 7pm. Congratulations to the seven … [Read more...]