#46: Stand With Ukraine

On February 24th, 2022 Vladimir Putin launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. This was an unprovoked attack on a sovereign democratic nation that has resulted in the incredible destruction of many cities and villages of Ukraine, their infrastructure, and a significant loss of life to both soldiers and civilians.

 

As a Ukrainian-Canadian, I am terrified for my family that lives in Ukraine. I fear for their safety, their health and wellbeing, and the loss of their peaceful way of life. As a human being, I am devastated by the complete disregard Putin has for human beings and humanity.

 

As we all watch this horror play out from the safety of wherever we are, we may feel lost and unsure of what we can do. This is of course normal. I have had so many friends, family and colleagues reach out asking what they can do to Stand With Ukraine.

 

In this special episode, I share my personal story and connection to Ukraine and provide options for you to take action and help Ukraine and the Ukrainian people.

 

The only way this war ends is if we all #standwithukraine.

 

Дякую! (Thank you!)

Слава Україні! (Glory to Ukraine)

 

I will continue to update resources on my website on www.unicorngroup.ca/stand-with-ukraine. 

 

Make a Donation:

• Ukrainian Canadian Congress-Canada Ukraine Foundation Humanitarian Appeal: https://www.cufoundation.ca/ 
• Canadian Red Cross - Ukraine Fund - https://donate.redcross.ca/page/100227/donate/1?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=%28EN%29+Emergencies+-+Ukraine+Humanitarian+Crisis+Appeal&gclid=CjwKCAiAg6yRBhBNEiwAeVyL0F9vDa214x2Z48QMG420YAvayN7LQYrileYEa8KTOAYY3zIX02cTRxoC0zAQAvD_BwE 
• UN Refugee Agency for Ukrainians fleeing the war: https://give.unhcr.ca/page/100190/donate/1 
• The Canadian Association of University Teachers and Education International Solidarity with Ukraine Fund: https://www.caut.ca/latest/2022/03/urgent-appeal-solidarity-ukraine 
• Kamloops-Kelowna Ukrainian Foundation https://www.ukrainian-canadian-support.com/ 
• Razom for Ukraine-- a leading civil society organization engaged in extensive humanitarian, logistics and civic efforts: https://razomforukraine.org/ 
• Come Back Alive--helps Ukraine's Armed Forces via technical assistance, supplying armor and medical equipment. https://www.comebackalive.in.ua/ 

Reliable Local Media to Follow:

• Kyiv Independent - https://kyivindependent.com/ 
• Ukrinform - https://www.ukrinform.net/ 

Write a Letter to Your Elected Officials:

• UCC Letter Template - https://www.ucc.ca/2022/02/25/write-to-your-mp-ukraine-needs-canadas-help-now/ 

Attend a Rally:

• Connect with a Ukrainian Canadian Congress Branch - https://www.ucc.ca/ucc-near-you/ 
• Search the hashtag #standwithukraine or #rallyforukraine on social media

Support Ukrainian People & Businesses Directly:

• Buy from Ukrainian Sellers on Etsy - https://www.etsy.com/search?q=ukraine%20sellers&ref=auto-1&as_prefix=ukrain Buy some beautiful digital art - share it on your social media and credit the seller.
• Rent an Air BnB in Ukraine - https://www.airbnb.ca/s/all?query=ukraine 
• Rent a Ukrainian Property through VRBO - https://www.vrbo.com/en-ca/vacation-rentals/ukraine