6 December, 2023
December 6, 2023, will remain a landmark day of cooperation and solemn commitment between the Île-de-France Region and Ukraine.The forum titled "Île-de-France and Ukraine: United in Action" took place at the region’s headquarters, bringing together significant delegations from both sides, as well as representatives of associations dedicated to the cause, including Stand With Ukraine. Here is a look back at a day filled with a shared vision of mutual aid and collaboration.The Ukrainian delegation, led by Ukraine’s ambassador to France, Vadym Omelchenko, included deputy governors Lesya Karnaukh (Kyiv Oblast) and Kostyantyn Mehem (Chernihiv Oblast). The mayors of the Ukrainian cities of Kruty, Boiarka, and Hostomel were also present, bringing with them the spirit and diversi...
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29 November, 2023
Stand With Ukraine participated in the forum organized by Cities4Cities in Lviv to promote local partnerships between the European Union and UkraineThis week, Stand With Ukraine took part in a forum organized by the Ukrainian initiative Cities4Cities on November 27–28, 2023, in Lviv. Dedicated to fostering local partnerships between Ukraine and the European Union, the event marked the first edition of what is planned to become an annual forum supporting EU-Ukraine cooperation.The forum, which brought together over 200 participants, initiated discussions on topics such as Ukraine’s integration into the European Union, local diplomacy in wartime Ukraine, and the development of twinning partnerships between Ukrainian and European municipalities. Participant...
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20 November, 2023
The city of Avranches continues its commitment alongside Ukraine and the city of Ichnia. Following an initial meeting between their mayors at the Congrès des Maires, Avranches welcomed a Ukrainian delegation on November 18, 2023, led by Olena Buturlym, mayor of Ichnia, along with her deputies and Member of Parliament Valentyn Zaporoshchuk.
Beyond their declaration of friendship, a €10,000 grant has already been approved for the renovation of Ichnia’s hospital, marking a first concrete act of support. During their visit, the Ukrainian delegation also had the opportunity to explore Avranches and Mont-Saint-Michel.
Three French cities—Avranches, Plœmeur, and Sarcelles—have chosen to establish a partnership with Ichnia, sharing a common vision: building strong and tangible partnerships with ...
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