CARDIFF, 16th October 2025 – The Ukrainian Hub Cymru Wales celebrated its official grand relaunch on Thursday, marking a significant milestone in the deepening partnership between Wales and Ukraine. The event, held at the Hub’s location on St Andrews Crescent in Cardiff, was attended by First Minister of Wales Eluned Morgan, who came to celebrate the organisation’s remarkable growth and its vital role in Welsh community life.
Ukrainian and Welsh Communities Plant Tree Together in Caerphilly
Monday morning, October 6, brought the Ukrainian community of Caerphilly another warm moment of unity and gratitude. A moving ceremony took place at Morgan Jones Park to plant an apple tree in the Ukrainian Gratitude Orchard. Wales Green Party leader Anthony Slaughter and party candidate Gareth Hughes joined the Ukrainian community for the occasion.
Swansea: Ukrainians Protest Russian Music Concert Amid Ongoing War
On Friday evening, a group of Ukrainians gathered outside Swansea Brangwyn Hall, deeply distressed by a concert of Russian music being celebrated there.
Mick Antoniw MS: Bridging Ukrainian Heritage and Welsh Solidarity
Mick Antoniw is a man whose life has become a bridge between cultures, peoples, and generations. As a Member of the Senedd for Pontypridd and the son of Ukrainian and Danish immigrants, he has carried his Ukrainian roots from a working-class childhood to the high offices of Welsh politics.
Ukrainian and Welsh Communities Cultivate Gratitude Orchard Together in Caerphilly
CAERPHILLY – A heartwarming gathering took place in Morgan Jones Park, bringing together representatives of the Ukrainian community, local residents, and Welsh officials in a renewed demonstration of the strong bonds of friendship and solidarity. Participants planted flowers together in the Ukrainian “Gratitude Orchard,” shared traditional food, and discussed the importance of integration programmes for newly arrived families.
The Gift of Live Music: Ukrainian Idea Empowers and Connects the Community
Dariia Zhdanova
It’s always a pleasure to see Ukrainians actively contributing to the social space—through creative, professional, and inspiring efforts—in a place that has graciously opened its doors and offered protection during difficult times.
On September 24th, the Liberty Care Music Festival for people with disabilities and their families took place at the beautifully selected venue of Blackwood Rugby Club.
Wales’ Ukrainian Seniors’ Club “Golden Time Club” Explores Spiritual Treasures
CARDIFF – Members of the “Golden Time Club,” a Wales-based club for Ukrainian senior citizens, recently took an unforgettable journey into the heart of Welsh history and spirituality with a visit to the magnificent Llandaff Cathedral in Cardiff. The excursion was a true discovery of the rich cultural heritage of Wales for the seniors.
Ukrainian Community Joins Llanelli’s International Day of Peace Celebration
LLANELLI – On Saturday, 27th September, the Ukrainian community group “Sunflowers Wales” actively participated in an event marking the International Day of Peace. Organised by the Llanelli Multicultural Network (LMCN), the day brought together people from various cultures to unite in prayer for peace in Ukraine and around the world.
A Light from Home: How Ukrainian Art and Community Illuminate a New Path
Dariia Zhdanova
A noticeable event took place on September 19 in the spacious Penallta House, once again demonstrating the power of art, the unity of the Ukrainian community in Caerphilly, and the support of the local population and government officials.
Welsh Parliament Reaffirms ‘Nation of Sanctuary’ Status and Confirms Visa Extension for Ukrainians
Cardiff, Wales – The Welsh Government has confirmed a crucial extension of visa permissions for Ukrainian guests while strongly reiterating its commitment to the ‘Nation of Sanctuary’ project. This affirmation followed an emotional debate in the Senedd (Welsh Parliament) on Monday, September 24, 2025.