Four years on. russia’s genocidal war on Ukraine continues. Australia is joining Ukraine and the global Ukrainian community to mark the 4th anniversary of russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with commemorative actions and protests across major cities. As russia continues its criminal campaign to freeze Ukrainians into submission through systematic attacks on civilian … [Read more...]

The AFUO wishes a successful day for the Ukrainian community delegation at Australia’s National Multicultural Festival in Canberra! The Ukrainian stand was organised by the Посольство України в Австралії / Embassy of Ukraine in Australia and proudly supported by our Ukrainian community – stop by to learn interesting facts about Ukraine. The day will feature incredible … [Read more...]

One of Ukraine’s most distinguished medical leaders, Prof. Borys Todurov, director of Kyiv’s renowned Heart Institute of the Ukrainian Ministry of Health, will visit Australia with a team of three specialists from 7–19 February, offering first-hand insight into providing lifesaving medical care in a country under siege. As Russian attacks on Ukrainian civilian areas and … [Read more...]

The Ukraine Crisis Appeal (UCA) powered by RAWCS - Rotary Australia World Community Service and supported by the Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations, is proud to assist Таблеточки / Tabletochki, a Ukrainian non-governmental charity dedicated to helping children with cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. Tabletochki works with children’s … [Read more...]

The Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO) is proud to share “Fostering Youth Health Through Tennis” – collaborative initiative with the Marta Kostyuk Foundation and the AFUO’s Future Ukraine This partnership supports youth tennis programs in Ukraine and helps build access to sport, confidence, and opportunity where they matter most. I n this … [Read more...]

Applications are now open for Translate Ukraine 2026, a program of the Ukrainian Book Institute supporting translations of Ukrainian literature into other languages. 🗓 Deadline: 9 February 2026 The program reimburses foreign publishers for part of the costs of translation and publication. It has run successfully since 2020 with support from the State Budget of … [Read more...]

Across Australia, communities marked 22 January with unity chains, vigils and rallies from Melbourne and Sydney to Brisbane, Canberra, Perth, Hobart and beyond. As well as remembrance of the 1919 Act of Unification, these gatherings showed the strength of the Ukrainian people – united across borders, generations and cities as Ukraine continues to defend its … [Read more...]

The AFUO congratulates Dr Michael Lawriwsky on being awarded the Order of Merit of Ukraine by the President of Ukraine. УКАЗ ПРЕЗИДЕНТА УКРАЇНИ №68/2026 — Офіційне інтернет-представництво Президента України: www.president.gov.ua/documents/682026-58117 A long-time member of the Melbourne Ukrainian community, this high honour recognises Dr Lawriwsky’s outstanding … [Read more...]

Ranked No 13 at the start of 2026, Elina won the Auckland WTA title, entered the Australian Open at No 12, and powered her way into her first Australian Open semi-final. She is now ranked No 10 in the world. Elina completed this extraordinary comeback after maternity leave and time away from the tour. She has demonstrated unmatched strength, focus and … [Read more...]

The Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO) has formally written to Wesfarmers and Woolworths, the owners of major retailers, including Officeworks, Kmart Australia, and BIG W over world maps that incorrectly label Crimea as a “disputed region.” Big W and K Mart have since withdrawn the maps from sale. Officeworks has not. Crimea is internationally … [Read more...]