The Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO) gives heartfelt thanks to Australia for the home it has provided to generations of Ukrainians. This is a country where the Australian-Ukrainian community has been able to build new lives, share our culture, and pass our traditions on to future generations. We are deeply grateful to the Australian people for their … [Read more...]

Ahead of Australia Day, the AFUO was proud to secure a national media interview for the Pudlo family – displaced Ukrainians who came to Australia seeking safety for their children after russia’s full-scale invasion. Featured in the Sunday Telegraph today and syndicated nationally, Olha Pudlo shared her family’s journey from daily russian bombings in Ukraine to building a … [Read more...]

AFUO welcomes Albanese Government support as Chair reports from Ukraine visit and launches “Warmth for Ukraine” fundraising campaign  Ms Kateryna Argyrou, Chair of the Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO), has welcomed the Albanese Government’s announcement of a further $10 million to the Ukraine Energy Support Fund, which will help to provide … [Read more...]

Today the Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO) stands with the Australian Jewish community and all Australians in observing the National Day of Mourning, honouring the 15 victims and all those affected by the Bondi Beach terrorist attack. The national commemoration follows Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s announcement and reflects our shared … [Read more...]

On 22 January, Ukraine celebrates Unity Day – the day Ukrainian lands were unified in 1919, and today a day which signifies the unity of the Ukrainian lands and people. Around the world, Ukrainians will organise traditional “chain of unity’ events. Supported by the Посольство України в Австралії / Embassy of Ukraine in Australia, the AFUO warmly welcomes events being held in … [Read more...]

Just hours before flying to Melbourne for the Australian Open, Oleksandra’s home in Kyiv was shaken by a russian drone attack. This is the reality for Ukrainian athletes – competing on the world stage while they or their families endure daily terror, intensified in recent weeks. In an interview with The Sydney Morning Herald/The Age, Oliynykova spoke out against … [Read more...]

Great news from RMIT University! Ukrainian is included in entry-level interpreting and translating courses, supported by the Victorian Interpreter Scholarship (2026) Courses available:• Introduction to Interpreting Skill Set• Introduction to Translating & Interpreting Skill Set Perfect for those wanting foundational skills in interpretation and translation, … [Read more...]

Kateryna reminded Australians of the cruel impact of russia’s attacks on Ukraine’s critical energy infrastructure, leaving millions of Ukrainians without power or heat in freezing conditions. She also highlighted the dangerous, high-risk game russia is playing at the Zaporizhia Nuclear Power Plant, with Ukrainian intelligence warning of planned strikes on substations … [Read more...]

In Ukraine’s most challenging times, hope is being rebuilt – one person, one prosthetic, one breakthrough at a time. Supported by the Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO)’s charity Future Ukraine, the Superhumans Centre continues to stand at the forefront of medical innovation and human resilience. Pioneering New Frontiers in Medical … [Read more...]

Congratulations to superstar Ukrainian tennis player Elina Svitolina on winning the Auckland Singles Championship at the ASB Classic 2026! Capturing her 19th WTA title, Elina – ranked world No 13 – dominated the court in Auckland, securing another victory and her place as a legendary force to be reckoned with ahead of the Australian Open. Well done, … [Read more...]