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...]