Two Senedd (Welsh Parliament) Members will travel to Ukraine this week to personally deliver essential vehicles and equipment to frontline defenders. This will be the parliamentarians’ eighth trip to Ukraine as part of the “Senedd 4 Ukraine” campaign.
Finding Hope: From Melitopol to Wales – A Ukrainian Family’s Story
When war completely changes your life, finding the strength to move forward becomes paramount. The story of Victoria Maltseva, a choreographer from Melitopol, is a striking example of Ukrainian resilience and the ability to start anew even in the most challenging circumstances.
Ukrainian Hub in Cardiff Closing at Current Location: Searching for New Premises
The Ukrainian Hub, located in the Capitol Centre in Cardiff, is forced to cease operations at its current location due to major reconstruction plans for the building. The Hub’s last day of operation will be March 3rd.
A Ukrainian Photographer’s New Beginning in Wales
Hello! I’m Ksenya Bratkova, a portrait and art photographer from Ukraine now living in Wales. I want to share my story with you and tell you how the war changed my life but couldn’t change my love for art and Ukraine.
Love Was in the Air: Valentine’s Concert at Ukrainian Hub Cardiff
The Ukrainian Hub in Cardiff celebrated the eve of Valentine’s Day with a special concert of songs and poetry that warmed everyone’s hearts. The event, which took place on February 13th, brought together talented performers who staged a fantastic concert featuring poetry readings and musical performances.
From Mathematics to Volunteering And How Ukrainians and Welsh People Work Together to Help Ukraine
Among the numerous volunteer organizations supporting Ukraine abroad, Sunflowers Wales holds a special place – a community that unites Ukrainians and friends of Ukraine in Wales. Here’s a story of the organization and its chair, Dr. Dmitri Finkelshtein.
UK Government Extends Ukrainian Driving Licences Validity and Vehicle Registration Benefits
The UK Department for Transport has announced important changes regarding driving licences and vehicle registration for Ukrainians. The decision was published on February 10, 2025.
Pontyclun Knitting Group Receives Special Recognition from Ukrainian Brigade
A local knitting group ‘Yarnmongers & Friends’ based at Cafe 50 in Pontyclun has received extraordinary recognition for their humanitarian support of Ukrainian soldiers – a hand-painted military flag from the brigade they’ve been helping.
The Ukraine Permission Extension Scheme opens today: What You Need To Know
The Ukraine Permission Extension Scheme (UPE) opens today, allowing Ukrainian citizens and their families who are in the UK under one of the Ukrainian schemes to extend their stay for another 18 months.
Petrykivka Painting Workshops in Wales
The Ukrainian community in Wales continues to preserve and pass down national traditions to its children. Petrykivka painting workshops, conducted by the talented Liza Kalyanova, are held periodically, allowing children and their parents to engage in this beautiful folk art. These sessions provide a wonderful opportunity for families to bond while learning about Ukrainian cultural heritage.

