UFU Impact Report 2022-2023

CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

WHO WE ARE

OUR COMMUNITY

OUR KEY PILLARS

UFU PLATFORM

INFORMATIONAL SUPPORT

TEMPORARY HOUSING

LEGAL AID

UFU’S YOUTUBE CHANNEL

UFU HUMANITARIAN AID

MEDICAL AID & EVACUATION

SPORTS SUMMER CAMP

LIGHTHOUSE FRANKFURT

ARTISTS FOR UKRAINE

UFU ADVOCACY

OUR JOURNEY PARTNERS & SUPPORTERS EVENTS

WOMEN LEADING PEACE

‘’OH SISTER’’

U’FUTURE

OUR COMMITMENT TO SDGS

UFU WOMEN LEAD

I AM U ARE

NEW PROJECTS AHEAD

AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS

GOVERNANCE / FINANCIAL REPORT

OUR TEAM

OUTLOOK - THE WAY FORWARD

INTRODUCTION

OlgaHamama Co-Founder RomanKozyr CEO

As you are reading these lines, it has been a journey of 24 months that began in the early hours of the Russian full-scale invasion of Ukraine. It is a journey of resilience, unity, decisive action, and learning

At United For Ukraine (UFU), we fundamentally believe that Ukraine is fighting for much more than its statehood and existential survival –global values of democracy and freedom are at stake. It is a watershed moment in human history which will pave the way for future developments:

Can we create lasting change? Or will we fail, and the rule of law will cease to exist and be replaced by the use of force prevailing?

For us at UFU, the answer is unequivocal: Contemporary Democracy and Sustainable Economy will let future generations flourish. These are the values worth fighting for. These are the values Ukraine is defending.

To enforce this vision, we united to address Ukraine’s immanent needs for emergency relief most effectively. In the last two years, we have effectively and sustainably built our partnerships and network to support people affected by the Russian war on Ukraine and rebuild the country.

Versatile, talented, tech-savvy professionals and leaders created UFU. Direct lines of communication with the Ukrainian government, embassies, our families, and compatriots enabled us to provide full-fledged support to displaced Ukrainians, Ukrainian businesses, and state authorities in the early days of a full-scale invasion.

Over the past two years, the organization has grown from a volunteer-driven initiative to a professional organization with a dedicated team, board, robust governance structures, and official Swiss registration. In 2023, we opened a representative office in Ukraine and expanded our mission to support the economic empowerment of the people of Ukraine through our Recovery Initiative - U'FUture.

We are grateful to everyone who has supported and accompanied us on this journey throughout the last two years. There are no I's in the team. There can be no win without unity. Our achievements and learnings would not have been possible without each other's contribution

Today, Ukraine and its people need your support more than ever. This Impact Report is, therefore, not only a THANK YOU note but, even more so, an invitation to continue and keep joining forces until Ukraine's victory!

WEARE WHO

United for Ukraine (UFU) is an international NGO leveraging the power of partnerships, technology, and expertise-based volunteering to support the people of Ukraine in resisting Russian aggression and rebuilding a just, independent, and sustainableUkraine.

UFU consolidates efforts to support the people affected by the Russian war on Ukraine by providing critical information and facilitating criticalservicesthroughtheUFUPlatform.

UFU’s recovery workstream - U’FUture - equips Ukrainian changemakers and entrepreneurs with vital know-how and resources to secure a sustainableandprosperousfuture.

OURMISSION

SUPPORT UKRAINE’S MOST VALUABLE RESOURCE - ITS PEOPLE NAVIGATING THE EMERGENCY.

EQUIP UKRAINE’S CHANGEMAKERS AND ENTREPRENEURS WITH THE NECESSARY TOOLS TOBUILDSUSTAINABLEVENTURES

OURVISION

RE-BUILD A NEW, STRONG UKRAINE - THE CRADLE OF MODERN DEMOCRACY AND A SUSTAINABLE ECONOMY FOR GENERATIONS TO COME

OURVALUES

CollectiveAction

Together, we are stronger Together, we can achieve more We value teamwork and cultivate solid partnerships and networks to amplify ourimpact.

IntegrityandTransparency

We take responsibility for our actions UFU is a trustworthy and reliable partner We strongly believe in doing the right thing through our words, actions, and beliefs, evenwhennooneiswatching.

Human-centredApproach UFU was created by people and for people Humanity, humility, kindness, and empathy are our response to tyranny,selfishness,andarrogance.

CreativityandInnovation

To develop and deploy effective, fast, and future-proof solutions, we approach every challenge with creativityandinnovation.

OUR JOURNEY

UFU was created by over sixty passionate, versatile and techsavvy individuals spread throughout three continents and multiple countries to support the people of Ukraine as a response to the Russian full-scale invasion.

We vow never to stop and rebuild Ukraine – the cradle of modern democracy and a sustainable economy for generations to come.

2023

ORGANISATIONALGROWTH

Developing and adopting the UFU Platform to the changing needs of the displaced individuals

Overcoming challenges and building a resilient and sustainable team. Robust policies and governance structure for organisational growth

2022

EMERGENCYRESPONSE

Long-term partnerships and launch of the first Recovery Initiative - Women Lead

Launched the biggest pan-European platform delivering critical information and services in 40 countries

Projects and Partnerships for Humanitarian Relief in cooperation with Ukrainian Embassies, Governmental authorities, foreign corporations and donors

Advocacy for Ukrainian Causes at the highest level

Oh, Sister Documentary

2024

UKRAINIANVICTORY SUSTAINABLE INNOVATION ANDPRINCIPLED GLOBALINFLUENCE

Uniting leading change-makers, visionaries and daring leaders across various sectors to empower Ukraine to become the Cradle of Modern Democracy and Sustainable Economy for generations to come

BECOMINGTHELEADINGEUROPEANNGOUNITING UKRAINIANS,THOUGHTLEADERS,GLOBAL INSTITUTIONSANDPARTNERSFORTHE SUSTAINABLERECOVERYOFUKRAINE

UFU Platfrom - Full Cycle ReliefEmergency, Healing, Reintegration, Empowerment

UFU Advocacy - Amplifying Ukrainian Voices

U’FUture: Sustainable Leadership and Entrepreneurship

PARTNERS &SUPPORTERS

Supporting Ukraine is a huge challenge that can only be tackled together. UFU’s success is a testamenttothepowerofpartnershipsforthegreatergood

WEEXPRESSOURDEEPESTGRATITUDETO:

COMMUNITY OUR

Visionary, tech-savvy, and passionate individuals have created UFU We owe our growth and results to our network, partnerships, and pragmatic, results-driven approach. UFU will build upon its DNA and continue uniting the greatest minds and boldest leaders to create lasting impact Our success is rooted in effectively amplifying partnerships and establishing a global network of economic innovators, political decision-makers, academics,andcivilsociety

Partners&Supporters

An expansive network of partners provides expertise and various support forms, including expertise, mentorship, expertise-based volunteering.

Donors

Individuals and organizations whose generous contributions keep our mission afloat, enabling us to extend help to thosewhoneeditmost.

GEOGRAPHY UFU PLATFORM

RefugeesoutsideofUkraine

Over 6 million people fled Ukraine as a result fo the fullscale invasion. UFU Platform provides a full-cycle support from emergency situations to healing, re-integration and empowerment. Our services reachedpeoplein40countries outsideofUkraine,makingUFU auniqueplatformconsolidating access tothepeopledisplaced bytheRussianwaronUkraine

Ukraine

Poland

Germany

CzechRepublic UnitedKingdom COUNTRIES TOP

UFUTeam

Our dedicated team, consisting of professionals and volunteers, relentlessly strives to offer effective support with lasting impact.

PeoplewithinUkraine

over6millionareestimatedto be internally displaced. UFU Platform provides informational support and servicestoIDPs.

UKRAINE’S RECOVERY TOPICS TOP

Evacuation Education

FinancialAssistance

TemporaryProtection

ReturntoUkraine Legalaid

U’FUTURE

To support Ukraine’s sustainable recovery, we are partnering with leading institutions, corporations, and change-makers outside and within Ukraine to deliverupontwomainobjectives:

Support people willing to return to Ukraine and contributetoitseconomicrecovery

Equip Ukrainian entrepreneurs, change-makers, and SMEs with the tools to empower sustainableeconomicgrowth

“We all have light. Just imagine that for each of us the light on our cell phones is a flashlight in our hearts. And those flashlights in our hearts are our humanity. So if you turn on your flashlight, which is your humanity, we all can survive in the midst of tyranny.”

LEYMAHGBOWEE NOBEL PEACE LAUREATE

KEYPILLARS OUR

Starting with the full-scale invasion, the UFU team consolidated and amplified actions aiming at supporting people displaced by the Russian war on Ukraine (UFU Platform), channeled funding and resources to provide humanitarian aid to the affected people in Ukraine (humanitarian aid), amplified voices and needs of Ukrainians and the Ukrainian government abroad (advocacy) and consolidated projects aiming at Ukraine’s sustainable economic recovery (U’FUture). As of 2023, our main activities have been dedicated to the UFU Platform and U’FUture, while we naturally continued using our voice and network to advocate for the Ukrainian causes aligned with our mission.

Across all pillars of the organizations, we strive to align our actions with the Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations and Humanitarian Principles.

UFU PLATFORM

11M+ Peoplereach

8,2K+

Probonolegalaidcases

54K+

Tailoredinformationsupport

13K+

Foundsolaceintemporary,free housing

The Russian full-scale invasion of Ukraine prompted the biggest refugee crisis since World War II Overnight, hundreds of thousands of people were forced to leave their homes and rush to the Western borders to seek safety outside their homeland, often without any guidance or plan Until now, over 6 million people have been forced to stay abroad,andanother8milliontoseekrelative safetyinotherregionsofUkraine

Some people managed to flee by car, some by trains or buses, and some have been crossing the border on foot. Almost all of them had one thing in common - they had mobilephonesandaccesstotheInternet.

At the beginning of the full-scale invasion, few reliable information resources were available, mainly spread over Telegram groups,dispersed,andoftenunverifiedornot up-to-date As of the third day of the fullscale invasion, the UFU Platform became a trusted source of information about refugee support centers, the most necessary contacts in the countries bordering Ukraine, and information about all other valuable resources Thefirstwebsitewaslaunchedon the third day of the full-scale invasion, supported by 200 pro-bono lawyers delivering critical information in neighboring countries and more than 60 volunteers facilitating the necessary housing. Enabling two-way communication and support, the UFU platform has become more than just an information website within days. The number of individual requests sorted in Google Sheets in the back end was overwhelming. Human trafficking and safety cybersecurity increasedthechallenge.

To increase quality and provide robust solutions, partnerships were key - Signpost, powered by the International Rescue Committee,becameoneofthecorepartners of the young NGO, providing guidance in the deliveryofcriticalinformationandsupporting with technological solutions like Zendesk in the back end to allow for structured ticketing andprocessingofrequests

For the facilitation of legal aid requests, the UFU team was supported by PIL.net, and more than 500 pro bono lawyers from international law firms, legal boutiques, and law clinics chose a partnership with a leading no-code solutions provider, Bryter. The UFU team partnered with AirBnB.Org and Booking.com to provide safe and robust housing solutions, becoming the leading provider of temporary free housing in Europe. The call center services were supported by Cisco technology and delivered by 12 refugees employedwiththeorganizationalsupportofPhineogAG,laptopsdeliveredbyNestlé,andfreeofficespace providedbyTechQuartierinFrankfurt.

The UFU team went on to offer and facilitate services and critical information in various areas, including psychological support, education, and job offerings Overall, services in access of USD9million have been facilitatedandprocessedthroughtheUFUPlatform,andthousandsofindividualsweresupported Thiswas possibleduetogenerousfunding,technologydonations,andtheexpertise-basedvolunteeringofnumerous partners These numbers are more than a testament to our commitment it's a metric of hopes restored, livessupported,andfuturessecured Aswelooktothefuture,weremainsteadfastinourmissiontoprovide much-neededassistance,empoweringthepeopleofUkrainewithvitalinformationandopportunities

Googleorg Fellows played a key role in supporting IRC/Signpost and UFU in designing and developing the UFU Platform so it could deliver upon its mission and become a one-stop shop for refugees which was easily accessibleandscalable.

A multi-disciplinary team of Google Fellows responsible for various workstreams was working on the project for the time-period of six months This was yet another key example of how effective partnerships and expertise-based volunteering can provide solutions at scale in times of crisis

Picturedabove:GoogleorgandGoogleexecutivesRowanBarnett,AnnetteKroeber-Riel;co-foundersofUnitedforUkraine-OlgaHamamaandNinaLevchuk; DavidMiliband-CEOandPresidentoftheInternationalRescueCommittee,HarlemDésir-SeniorVicePresidentIRCEurope

INFORMATIONALSUPPORT

UFU Platform proudly stands as an information beacon, offering accessible, updated, and pertinent information spanning over 30 countries On our platform's website, all frequently asked questions are grouped in the FAQ format so visitors can find answers immediately Our social networks update content daily, offering a dynamic mix of information relevant to our insideandoutsideUkraine

UFU platform has become a critical resource for vital details on legal status, financial assistance, social help, healthcare, and educational opportunities Since our inception, we have accessed 11 million and provided over 54000 pieces of individual advice Moreover, the UFU platform connects users with psychological support and educational and employment opportunities, including the support of our partners, such as Mondly, VOS, Krisenchat, andUATalents

ANDREHELLER SIGNPOST PROJECT DIRECTOR IRC

"I have known the United for Ukraine (UFU) team since the creation of the organisation in the week after the onset of the tragic war in Ukraine. I am proud of working together with them to create Europe’s largest single information service for Ukrainians that helps guide them through complex and difficult matters, empowering people to make informed decisions about their futures despite the difficulties they face. UFU is unique in that they have managed to assemble such a broad range of players and leveraged their talents and capacities to produce impact Their agile techforward approach that unites the private and public sectors should be noted as a model for the future of relief and development work

Technologyiscriticaltodeliveringefficient and scalable solutions. Still, the people behindtheUFUPlatformarethecoreofour services: Behind the scenes, our dedicated content creation, social media, call center teams, and digital liaison officers work relentlessly Daily, they analyze information and coordinate our work with partners, scrutinize legislative updates, aggregate and share helpful information, identify prospectivepartnerswhocanaddvalue,and addressthequeriesofthoseinneed

To make reaching us as easy as possible, communication occurs via all the most famous Ukrainian platforms: Telegram, WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, Viber, website, and telephone hotline The consolidation of help requests from these diverse channels takes place thanks to various technological solutions provided by IRC, Signpost, Mercy Corps, Meta, and BRYTERsupport.

Because of the ongoing war and rapidly evolving needs of the people affected, the UFU Platform will focus emergency services on the highest needs inside Ukraine while improving the quality of information and healing services globally. This includes qualitative partnerships with mental health providers, education organizations, and groups supporting return and reintegration Our Digital Liaison Officers remain critical in providing personalized support across all areas We are also optimizing processes, content, and partnerships to reachmorepeopleinneed

Every month, our call center and Digital Community Liaisons (DCLs) teams handle thousands of vital inquiries Drawing on our extensive resources and the support of our partners in the mental health, education, and legal sectors, we provide comprehensive support to individuals in their most crucial moments Our role is to understand their unique circumstances, offer support, and provide clear action steps, whether evacuation, international travel, paperwork, housing, or employment

We often encounter desperate requests, such as when Lidiya Slepneva asked for help following the flooding of the Kakhovka hydroelectric power station. After providing the necessary information, the gratitude we received reaffirmed the impact and value of our work.

Every interaction reminds us that human life is behind every request, which drives our commitment.

"We greatly appreciate Nestlé'sgenerosity and support in equipping (providing laptops) our callcenter

TEMPORARYHOUSING

From the start, one of our foremost priorities at United For Ukraine has been ensuring displaced Ukrainians find safe shelter during their uncertain journey into foreign countries. The UFU team began providing accommodation from the early days of our operations with the support of more than 60 volunteers across Europe. Growing security concerns prompted us to seek a solid partnership for a long-term sustainable solution. We have been honored to gain your trust. And support of Airbnb.Org and Booking.com to become a European leader in temporary accommodations.

In partnership with Phineo AG and supported by Alliance For Ukraine/Project Together, Allianz, Airbus, and other donors, we established a call centeremploying12displacedUkrainianwomen. These individuals received full training as booking managers for temporary housing and were immediatelyconnectedtoeconomicopportunity

This dedicated booking team worked tirelessly to help find and connect displaced Ukrainians with available housing across Europe Using online platforms, they could efficiently browse options, communicate with hosts, and arrange stays for thosefleeingwarzones

OurEfforts(Focusonvulnerable categories)

HousingOffered(Periodsrangingfrom 7to30days)

Helped over 13,000 People Find Free Temporary Housing

Within months, we facilitated thousands of bookings through the generous partnership with Airbnborg and bookingcom Their robust response allowed many vulnerable refugees to findrespiteinsafe,comfortablespaces

OUR PARTNERSHIP WITH AIRBNB.ORG AND PHINEO CONTINUESTOGROWINSCOPEANDIMPACT.ASTHE WAR CONTINUES, THEIR UNWAVERING SUPPORT REMAINS A LIFELINE FOR UKRAINIANS SEEKING STABILITY AMID UPHEAVAL. FOR THE LAST PROGRAMME,WEPARTNEREDWITHUKRAINIANNGOS FOCUSING ON EVACUATIONS AND SUPPORTING PEOPLE LEAVING UKRAINE FOR TREATMENT TO ENSURE ACCESSIBLE HOUSING IS PROVIDED IN EMERGENCIESONLY.

BEHIND EVERY NUMBER, THERE IS A DESTINY. EVERY STORY LIKE THIS EMPOWERSUSTOKEEPGOING!

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Vita,Belgium

Olga,basedinCardiff,UK

"We are very grateful to the UFU team for the compassion and attention they showed. They provided us with accommodation in a hotel for ten days in the same city, savingusfromunbearablecold Thus,wewereabletotakea bath, warm up, do laundry, and get ready for my mother's furthertreatmentinthehospital."

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"I am grateful for the temporary free housing, which we did not even expect to get. I filled out the applicationoutofdespair;sincewehadnoplacetosleepforseveraldays,wespentnightsinthecar We left Ukraine because the shelling got more intense; there was no light and heat in the house for several days because our energy infrastructure got bombed We couldn't find housing in Brussels and ranoutofmoneyfortherent.Asitturnedout,everythingwascomplicated.Yourhelpwaswhatmadeit possible to relax We took a breather and had the opportunity to focus on preparing documents and findinganapartmentandajob"

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Yana,Germany

"UnitedforUkraineprovidedmymotherwithhousingfor two weeks During this time, I left the hospital, and housing from UFU was extended for another week. The apartment was comfortable: it had a kitchen and a large bathroom, which was important in my condition "I'm better now: I can walk, I keep going through rehabilitation,"Yanasays.

Since the foundation of United For Ukraine, providing qualitative legal assistance with the support of our pro bono partners has been a cornerstone of the UFU platform. Our dedicated team efficiently handles various queries and provides critical information, but specific situations demand specialized legal expertise

The areas of UFU legal assistance cover various matters, including:

immigration or temporary protection laws only (e g , registration for temporary protection, changing the country/place of residence within a country, family reunification); country-specific issues of employment, education, housing, medical and tax law, financial aid; questions related to crossing the border (e g , with or without certain documents such as biometric passport/ID card, moving with children); issuance/loss of documents (e.g., residence permit, visa, birth certificate, disability certificate) in various individual contexts

The legal needs of Ukrainian refugees have been evolving Our team could sense the developments in Ukraine based on requests:

Duringthefirstdaysofthefull-scaleinvasion, people approached UFU inquiring whether they could cross the border without having anydocuments

Oneweeklater,awomanarrivedinBerlinwith a newborn, and only a handwritten doctor certified that the child was born in a metro station in Kyiv They inquired where to apply foraproperbirthcertificate.

Halfayearlater,wereceivedourfirstinquiries aboutregisteringabusinessinEurope

KATERYNAPASHKOVA LEGAL COUNSEL AID

Within the first three days of the full-scale invasion, 200 lawyers from Europa volunteered to donate their time and expertise At the time, there was no unified European approach to immigration yet. Every case needed individual attention and often translation. Our unprecedented network of international law firms, refugee law clinics, and their dedicated pro bono lawyers enable us to provide free legal advice across 34 countries.

In December 2023, the UFU Legal Aid team and our partners celebrated a significant achievement: more than 8,000 pro bono legal support requests

This milestone is a testament to the tireless work of our team and our incredible partners, fortified by the valuable technological solution provided by BRYTER, a leading service automation platform.

Through

The Legal Aid Tool developed by BRYTER in cooperation with UFU digitalizes the legal workstream from the lawyer signing up on the platform to a person receiving specific advice

Our legal team continuously maintains and coordinates the work on the UFU platform by translating the incoming legal requests into English/French/German, “soliciting” the lawyers to take the specific requests, and responding to the inquiries within our capacity based upon official sources and a variety of legal information provided by our legal partners. Moreover, our team continuously develops the Legal Aid Tool by inventing and implementing new features or modules to facilitate our internal workflow and accelerate the response time. The “Legal Aid Tool United for Ukraine” was recognized for its innovation, receiving a nomination for the Financial Times Innovative Lawyers Europe awards.

Constantly analyzing the incoming requests, UFU's legal team permanently updates our website and social media

In addition, the team organized several webinars and seminars addressing the most pressing legal topics of interest for people from Ukraine

At the beginning of the war, the UFU Legal Aid team and its partners from Poland, Germany, and the UK organized an online webinar on temporary protection and other immigration possibilities for Ukrainians staying in these countries.

In 2022, UFU's most dedicated German legal partner, Julia Sontheimer, delivered an in-person and online seminar on entrepreneurship in Germany.

In the summer of 2023, UFU organized a joint legal webinar with experts from the Legal Information Network for Ukraine, an American NGO providing legal help to Ukrainian refugees in the US, and UFU's legal partners from Germany and Poland on the immigration programs for Ukrainians in Poland, Germany, and the US.

PolinaLehmann, Head of UFU's Legal Department, at the LegalGeekConferenceinLondon.

Above: Polina Lehmann and Vadym Prystaiko, former Ambassador of UkrainetotheUK

Above: Yuliia Zemlytska, Polina Lehmann and Nikolai Lehman, Dariia Novozhylkina

our partnerships with prestigious law firms and organizations such as PIL net, McDermott, Will & Emery, DLA Piper, Hogan Lovells; Linklaters Warsaw; Morgan Lewis; Queritius, Rö, Stoica Association, LindenPartners; Hyazinth; PCS Legal, AKKG Gruszka Kidawa, Refugee Law Clinics Deutschland, and the Ukrainian Bar Association, we've successfully navigated complex legal inquiries

EXAMPLESOFINQUIRIES WEPROCESS:

We have been living in a refugee camp since March 2022. The city sent us bills for accommodation and food The migration office calledusandinformedusthatthey will not pay these bills and we should appeal them Could you pleaseadvicewhatshouldwedo?

We would like to move to another federal state but the request from ourfederalstateto"letusout"was denied.Whatshallwedo?

I went to work in Germany in the second half of December 2022. My health insurance company requires me to pay a health insurance debt, which they calculated from June 2022,isitlegalandwhatcanIdoin thissituation?

I am not a citizen of Ukraine, but I have a permanent residence permit in Ukraine I would like to leave for Poland and apply for temporary protection.Isitnecessaryformeto have a visa to cross the border or may I apply for temporary protectionattheborder?

Iwouldliketoaskforadviceonthe termination of a rental agreement for housing in Czech Republic The rental agreement (non-notarized) proscribes that I am entitled to receive my deposit back, but the landlord is refusing What can I do in this situation? I live alone with three children May I return the depositinthiscase?

Developing our YouTube channel supported by Mercy Corps becameasuccessfuladditiontoourinformationalservices

UFU YouTube channel is a dynamic platform where we bring the voices of legal and mental health professionals directly to the peoplewhoneedthemmost

Fueled by generous funding from Mercy Corps and guided by requests pouring in through our Zendesk channels and Bryter, this initiative has become a vibrant hub for insightful information and empoweringdiscussions

Bycarefullyaligningourcontentwiththegenuineneedsexpressed byouraudience,we'vefosteredacommunityofengagedviewers Whether understanding intricate family law, coping with everyday stress, or navigating the labyrinthine world of immigration rights, our speakers provide accessible, informative, and empowering content.

Approximately 47publications have been inspired by the content found in these YouTube videos within the Ukrainian media landscape.

1,36K Subscribers

47

MOST VIEWED VIDEOS ON THE CHANNEL:

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Thankyouverymuchforyourhelp

Thankyou!Thisisveryusefulinformation!

Isincerelythankyoufortheusefulandqualifiedinformation.

terestingandvaluable

Thankyouverymuchforsuchusefulinformation,anditisalsopresentedsoclearlyandconcisely!

54000+ individualrequestsprocessedbyourdigitalliaisonofficers

700000+ monthlyreachofoursocialmediaplatforms

UFU PLATFORM RESULTS AS OF THE END 2023: EMERGENCY

UFUPLATFORM-FULLCYCLERELIEF

To respond to the developing needs of the people affected by the war and align the strategy of the UFU Platform with the progress of the recovery initiatives - U’FUture, the UFU Platform will deliver a holistic and more focused relief across the following pillars:

Emergency relief - we will focus emergency services on the highest needs inside Ukraine while increasing the quality of information

Healing - as mental health remains a pertaining issue for everyone affected by the Russian war on Ukraine; we shall continue our commitment and provide qualitative information with the support of qualitative partnerships

Re-Integration - millions of Ukrainians returned to Ukraine already during the first year of the full-scale invasion Many are considering returning to Ukraine despite the ongoing war, and according to the Ministry of Economy, the economic development of Ukraine must return at least 4,5 million refugees; a #Homecoming initiative in partnership with governmental, non-governmental, and private organizations will be implemented with the support of the UFU Platform

Empowerment - To align our workstreams, programmes, and know-how offered as part of the U’FUture initiative, related activities will be streamlined via the UFU Platform and other initiatives aligning with our values and mission

As our services spanned 30+ countries in 2022 and 2023, we expanded our reach to Ukraine This development was first prompted by the number of people returning to Ukraine and an increasing number of internally displaced and affected individuals

As the governments and various institutions stepped up their systematic support abroad, we have also reacted to the changing realities and focused the support of our digital liaison officers and service teams on specific emergency cases

Staying true to our DNA, we have partnered with other NGOs to provide meaningful and qualitative support to those most need it. Recent cooperations include Helping to Leave, Sunflower Care e.V., Lobby X, Find Refugee, AI4Good, Danish Refugee Council, Caritas Ukraine, and other organizations. The main goal of these cooperations is to support individuals who are being evacuated from the front zones or de-occupied territories, veterans and their families leaving Ukraine for treatment abroad, children and their families who receive medical treatment abroad, etc. More projects and cooperations are in the pipeline for 2024

Technology and the support of our partners will remain vital to delivering our services, as will the ongoing support of Digital Liaison Officers

As the critical situation abroad is becoming less pressing, about 70% of requests UFU received last year came from Ukraine. Overall, the number of requests and services provided remains very high (on average, 3000 requests per month). With the ongoing war, intensifying attacks on civil infrastructure, and, frankly speaking, uncertainty about the length, the intensity of the war, and the scale of future damages and needs, the UFU Platform will remain one of the core pillars of UFU’s services

HUMANITARIANAID UFU

In the early, unsettling months following the onset of the conflict, United for Ukraine was at the forefront, actively engaging in humanitarian aid efforts, facilitating and coordinating the support provided by international partners in cooperation with Ukrainian embassies, NGOs, andgovernmentalinstitutions.

In cooperation with the team from Enkidu - a platform for donors and charities - we garnered curated lists of urgently needed items for Ukrainian Embassies, Consulates, and the Presidential Office Our network's power enabled us to facilitate substantial support funded by international partners in Switzerland, Germany,theUK,andtheUnitedStates

Our teams, led by Jana Karras, Victor Roth, and Angelina Jamshed, coordinated fundraising, purchasing, and delivering ambulances and medical aidtoUkraine.

In partnership with Eintracht Frankfurt eV, University Clinic Düsseldorf, Club an der Alster, University Clinic Hamburg Eppendorf, and private donors, we collected and delivered 40 tonnes of medicine, food supplies, and other humanitarian goodstoUkraine

Our humanitarian aid efforts were also channeled through high-visibility events facilitating the participationofcivilsocietiesinvariouscountries.

SPORTSINITIATIVEFACILITATESUKRAINIANEVACUATIONANDINTEGRATION

Oneofthehighlightsofourhumanitarianefforts in 2022 was the successful evacuation and integration of 32 children and adults from the Football Academy Polissya, Zhytomyr Safely relocated to Königstein, Germany, these young footballers found an immediate haven in the local club, SC Königstein, with Eintracht FrankfurtFootballSchoolsteppingintosupport the girls' training. We thank Ukrainehilfe Königstein and The Elevator Boys for your financialsupportandformakingthispossible.

Bolstered by the success of this initiative, we expanded the program so that, in total, 62 children and adults have benefited from the cooperation initiatives and fundraising through sports

This sports exchange further strengthened their physical and mental well-being and promoted a vibrant cultural exchange, contributing to their overallpersonaldevelopmentandresilience

While we've since refocused our efforts on legal aid and temporary accommodation, we look back on our humanitarian aid activities with pride The memory of these efforts continues to fuel our dedication to supporting those affected by the crisisinUkraine.

SUMMERCAMP SPORTS

THEISSUE

Stadiums and sports facilities in Ukraine are notfunctioning Childrenareexposedtodaily air raids and/or alerts Little contact and almost no movement, no stability and no peace.

OURSOLUTION

United For Ukraine organized a sports summer camp for children from Ukraine in cooperation with FC Königstein and support from the municipality of Königstein, Ukrainischer Verein Mainz e.V., Deutsche FußballLiga,TSGSchwabenheim,theCarlsStiftung charitable foundation, Europe Cares,Flixbus,andUkrainianRailways.

From 21 to 28 August 2022, 30 children from Ukraine participated in a football camp in Königstein Aside from the sports camp, the childrenweretakenonguidedtoursaroundthecity and visited the sports museum of "Eintracht" Frankfurt,Königstein'sopen-airswimmingpool,the BundesligamatchofMainz05andaworkshopwith a psychologist The program was diverse and focusednotonlyonsportsbutalsoonculturaland socialdevelopment.

We offered a seven-day camp to 30 children. Our goal was and remains to give children a break from the daily stress, an opportunity to improve their sports skills, and a chance to socialize. Wealsowantedthemtobeawareofthe long-term positive effects of sport on theirhealth,mentalstate,resilience,and developinginterpersonalrelationships.

TRAININGPROGRAM

FootballclubKönigsteintrainedthekidsevery morning The coaches at Königstein determined the training schedule, load level, andintensity

Children and coaches from Ukraine learned something new at each training. It was an excellentchancetolearnnewskills,drills,and strategies

#INDEPENDENCEINMYHEART

We participated in the international action #IndependenceInMyHeart-alivechainonthe TheodorHeussBridgeinMainz

With this, we wanted to teach the children how important it is to stand together for our independence and unite for the highest value -freedom-evenwhenabroad!

SPORTMUSEUM"EINTRACHT FRANKFURT"

Children and coaches learned about the cultureofGermanfootball.Everycornerofthe stadium was explored, and children felt the energyofprofessionalfootball

VISITOFTHEFEDERAL LEAGUEGAME

Mainz 05 against Bayer Leverkusen: It is a good opportunity to understand how importantitisforfanstosupporttheteam.

WHATHAVEWEACHIEVED:

DirectsupportfromtheMinistryofSports and Ministry of Defense of Ukraine; contactwithregionalministriesandclubs;

Logistics: cooperation with Ukrainian RailwaysandFlixBus

Development of the concept with a psychologist (questionnaire, observation ofthedevelopment,groupworkshop)

Furnishing of the accommodation in Königstein - 4 additional beds, mattresses,pillows,comforters,bedlinen, towels,kitchenaccessories

Balancedmenu

OUROBSERVATIONS:

Areas of interest for the coaches from Ukraine - different training methods approachtochildren.

Girls' football - increasing awareness and acceptance

Mental health - is a crucial component that requires awareness and thoughtful management

Long-termcooperationpossibilities

The program was too complete, so the followingcampsshouldbelonger

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FEEDBACK FROMPARTICIPANTS

"Thank you for the opportunity to focus on sports development, unforgettable emotions, new acquaintances, and invaluable experience for children and coaches

The most important goal was achieved - to give children happy moments" - (translated fromUkrainian).

Ukrainian coaches Buksha Yevhen and KuyanovVitaliy

"For us, it was the best opportunity to improve communication skills and personal resilience, develop pedagogical, psychological,andorganizationalskills,and, of course, a unique language practice. We are glad that, being displaced persons, we couldvolunteerinthiscamp."

Interpreters and project assistants Melnychuk Volodymyr and Ozeruha Kateryna.

"Everything went very well! For us, it was a completely new situation to be together with children from Ukraine We enjoyed it very much, and the most important thing is that the children were happy Having two interpreters helped greatly with communication"

CoachesfromFCKönigstein

BERLIN IFRANKFURT LIGHTHOUSE

JoiningtheideaofAlliance4Ukraine,weteamedupwith Bildungsprofis and EuropeCares to orchestrate LighthouseFrankfurtinMay2022,followingtheimpactful involvement in 1st Lighthouse (Berlin) in April 2022 that attracted more than 8500 visitors The agenda of the gathering was broad yet targeted, addressing critical concerns of displaced people, such as accommodation, employment, German health care and free language courses, legal advice, and psychological support. The event attracted the attention and participation of approximately5,000visitors.

The day was supposed to be the day of humanity, encounter,anddirectaid.Onthisday,wealsocelebrated Mother'sDaywithmothersfromUkrainewhohaveshown couragetosavetheirchildren

It was a day for mothers, refugees, volunteers, and all interested Lighthouse is organized as a one-stop shop for those seeking and offering help Non-profit organizations, including foundations, NGOs, and companies, presented their services We had equally invited Ukrainian, German, and international speakers, activists, politicians, academics, and refugees - and livestreamed the entire program beyond the Congress Centeronlineforasustainableexchange

We thank all the volunteers who actively supportedusinthepreparations-theCityof Frankfurt, Messe Frankfurt, Eintracht Frankfurt, Wefugees, Ukrainian Coordination Center,FrankfurtUkraineAssociation,Goethe RefugeeLawClinic,andmanyothers.

ARTISTS FORUKRAINE

#ARTISTSFORUKRAINE

COLLABORATIONWITHARTISTS&ARTGALLERIES

AnextraordinaryfacetofUnitedForUkraine'seffortsin2022revolvedaroundouruniqueNFTArtFundraising initiative. Partnering with Misa.art and esteemed artists, supported by UFU's co-founding members Steffan Kellner, Marc Wilkins, and Jacob Müller UFU team launched a series of live NFT and limited edition art drops, transformingartintocriticalsupportforthepeopleofUkraine

Jonas Burgert's 24-Hour Drop project raised funds for Ukrainian relief efforts The art sale occurred March 10-11, with proceeds donated toUNICEFandtheRedCrossUkraine.

Burgert's edition, called Beisein, was a mixedmedia piece on paper. The 24-Hour Drop collaborated with Burgert's studio, misa.art, andRecomArttoquicklyaidpeopleinUkraine sufferingfromtheRussianinvasion

Esra Gülmen released her NFT art series 'Peaceful Flags' at the misa.The art POP-UP exhibition will be during Gallery Weekend Berlin from April 28th to May 1st, 2022 She created unique digital flags with messages about peace and empathy rather than representing countries. Gülmen drew the flags on a 3D object on her iPad, finding it an excitingcanvas ShereleasedtheNFTflagsto support United for Ukraine. The misa.art POPUPwasthefirsttemporaryartspaceatGallery WeekendBerlin,mixingphysicalanddigitalart

Artist Mirko Reisser created the edition DAIMforUkraine to raise funds for #UnitedForUkraine. Mirco collaborated with the Cologne agency MILK on the NFT artwork sold on misaart from 20-21 March Proceeds went to the Red Cross and Unicef in Ukraine Reisser said, "I hope that many will contribute with a purchase to help the people in Ukraine andthoseontherun Itisuptoallofusatthis timetohelpalleviatethesuffering"

An art exhibition and fundraiser for Ukraine, “UndertheOpenSky,”tookplacefromApril28th toMay1st,2022,atthestudioofJonasBurgertin Weissensee,locatedatLehderstraße34inBerlin, Germany.

TheeventfeaturedworksbyartistsMashaReva and Ivan Grabko and aimed to raise money to support Ukraine The exhibition was wellattendedoverthefourdaysitwasheld Manyart pieces were sold, raising substantial money for thecause.

The DAE students at Studio UnIdentified, led by Joost Jansen, collaborated with #ArtistsForUkraineandclothingbrandsYarnaand de Amsterdamse Steek to create the CAMPAIGN UA - #UniteAll project, supporting Ukraine They designed a special edition sweater and correspondingNFT,releasedonMay6,2022.

The NFT represented the sweater digitally and was auctioned on OpenSea for 72 hours. The physical sweater was sold on DRESSX's Support Ukraine collection All proceeds went to #ArtistsForUkraine's humanitarian aid efforts in Ukraine.

Studio guest tutor Masha Reva inspired the projectfromKyiv ShereturnedtoUkraineshortly before the invasion and sheltered in a bunker. Fortunately, she remains active in humanitarian initiatives The sweater design and NFT launch aimed to unite support for Ukraine through art andfashion.

Netherlands-based artist NOL (Michaël Nolta) has a bubbly, rounded style with fluent black lines, creating lively balloon-like creatures He works in a crisp vector aesthetic across canvases, murals, and virtual reality. NOL created a mural in Amsterdam for the Street Art MuseumAmsterdamuponrequestofitsfounder andUFUvolunteerAnnaStolyarova

InMay2022,auniqueArtDropwasorganizedwith spotlightedrenownedUkrainianartistMashaReva. To support the production of the documentary Oh, Sister, UFUoffered limited editions of herpowerful artworks for sale. Each collector acquiring three NFTsreceivedahand-signedprintoftheevocative "WomanLaying,"atouchingtestamenttothewar's harsh realities and the Ukrainian people's unstoppablespirit.

The painting ‘Laying Women’ was created when Bucha and other small towns around Kyiv were liberated Unbelievable terror and rapes of children and women got revealed, and images of dead, tortured bodies appeared in the press. I was looking at the mangledbodiesofwomenwhowerethrown on the side of the road to get burned, I was intotalshock Thisishowthispaintingcame to life. I thought about Picasso’s Guernica whileworkingonmypainting;I’veneverhad anapproachtoworkingwithtraumathrough my art; however, this was the only way to processit.

The funds from Masha Reva's sales were allocatedtotheUkrainianfilmcompany23/32 Studios, fuelling the production of the "Oh Sister!" documentary, another impactful UnitedForUkraineproject

"THESE ART INITIATIVES HAVE SPARKED A SIGNIFICANT IMPACT, RAISING AWARENESS AND FUNDS(APP.EUR200,000IN TOTAL) FOR UKRAINE. WITNESSING THE TRANSFORMATION OF ART INTO SUBSTANTIAL SUPPORT HAS BEEN TRULY INSPIRING, AND WE EXTEND OUR DEEPEST GRATITUDE TO ALL ARTISTS AND CONTRIBUTORS WHO MADE ITPOSSIBLE.

@MASHAREVA

As a nonprofit organization that was founded by the Ukrainian diaspora, change-makers, and thought leaders amid the Russian full-scale invasion of Ukraine,advocacyhasintrinsicallybecomethecentralpartofUFU'smission.

Basedonourinsights,learnings,andexperience,wehaveusedtheopportunity to raise awareness, educate, and advocate for Ukrainian causes and UFU's missioninpartnershipwithotherinternationalorganizationsandpartners.

The 2022 World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting occurred in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland ItaddressedthethemesofHistory at a Turning Point: Government Policies and BusinessStrategies

The ongoing impact of Russia's invasion of Ukraine was at the center of discussions Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba thanked the international community for their support but called for more. Representatives of the Ukrainian government, public institutions, businesses, and civil society representatives, including United for Ukraine have amplified theirvoices.

Ukraine House Davos, House of Ukraine, Equality Lounge, Goals House, and SDG Tent were among the hosts of the events that the UFU representatives attended, advocating for unity and informed response of the global community to the humanitarian crisis and consolidatingeffortsforsustainablerecoveryof Ukraine

Above:FounderofUnitedforUkraineOlgaHamama, Board member of the All-Ukrainian Charity "Mama i Nemovlya"MelnychukAlla,OverlordofSwissCrypto OlgaFeldmeier

The Ukraine Reform Conference held on 4-5 July 2022 has been renamed the Ukraine Recovery Conference(URC2022)toreflectthenewfocusofthe gathering.SwitzerlandandUkrainesettheprocessof Ukraine’s recovery in motion in Lugano The UFU Team participated in the conference, interacting with theleadersfrompolitics,businesses,andcivilsociety togaincriticalinsightsforUFU’sfuturestrategy

Gender equality and Inclusion - The recovery process has to be inclusive and ensure gender equality and respect for human rights, including economic, social and cultural rights Recovery needs to benefit all, and no part of society should be left behind Disparitiesneedtobereduced.

Sustainability-Therecoveryprocesshas torebuildUkraineinasustainablemanner aligned with the 2030 Agenda for sustainable development and the Paris Agreement, integrating social, economic and environmental dimensions, including greentransition

One of the main milestones of the URC2022 was the so-called Lugano Principles, which are guiding principles for Ukraine’s recovery process Both principlesbecamethecornerstonesofUFU’srecovery initiative-U’FUture

WOMEN LEADING PEACE:

STANDINGWITHWOMENINCONFLICT.

NWIDELEGATIONTOPOLANDANDUKRAINE

The Nobel Women's Initiative organized a June 20-24, 2022, delegation to Poland and Ukraine led by Nobel Peace Laureates Leymah Gbowee, Jody Williams, and Tawakkol Karman Olga Hamama and AngelinaJamschedofUnitedforUkrainewerehonoredtojointhedelegationandco-organizethevisitof the NWI Delegates to Lviv, Ukraine The purpose was to show solidarity with displaced Ukrainian women, highlight women peacebuilders' solutions, shed light on risks facing women, and advocate for women's meaningfulparticipationinhumanitarianandpeaceprocesses

The delegation visited refugee centers and met with women's organizations, officials, and activists in Lviv, Krakow, and Rzeszow. They heard harrowing testimonies from internally displaced women and refugees

In Krakow, the delegation visited a refugee daycare center and heard women's stories in a psychosocial support session. Over 1000 refugees receive daily aid from the Jewish Community Center. Meetings with the Mayor and activists covered issues like school access and rights for Roma refugees facing discrimination.

The Delegation met with female workers of Ukrainian Railways in Lviv as a testament to employees who evacuated millions of people under fire At a Women's Perspective shelter, displaced women shared worries for the future of their families and stories of life under occupation and plans Representatives of the Regional Administration and Lviv’s Mayor described the war's severe impacts on the region, challenges and solutions.

The testimonies underscored the urgent need for sustainable peace and for ensuring women's meaningful participation in humanitarian and peacebuilding efforts. The delegation urged the withdrawal of Russian troops andaccountabilityforwarcrimes

Summaryofwhothedelegationparticipantsmetwith:

June20,Krakow:

Women and children at the Witalnia Mother and Child Safe Spacedaycarecenter

DisplacedUkrainianwomeninapsychosocialsupportsession ledbyYuliafromtheAzadiProject

RefugeesattheJewishCommunityCenterofKrakow

Polish and Ukrainian activists working on humanitarian response, women's rights, LGBTQ+ rights, displacement/refugeerights

June21,Krakow:

Refugees at the Ukrainian Assistance Center run by the City SocialWelfareCenter

MayorofKrakowJacekMajchrowski

RepresentativesoftheRomacommunity

June22,Lviv:

WomenrailwayworkersatLvivRailwayStation

DisplacedwomenatWomen'sPerspectiveshelter Women activists, peacebuilders, and humanitarian workers organized by the Ukrainian Women's Fund and United for Ukraine

RepresentativesoftheLvivRegionalAdministration

MayorofLvivAndriySadovyy

June23,Rzeszow:

UkrainianrefugeesattheshelterrunbyMagdaMukomiełow Osnat Lubrani, UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Ukraine(virtualmeeting)

Going forward, the Nobel Women’s Initiative will continue advocating for women’s voices in peace processes, supporting women-led peacebuilding initiatives, and sharing findings to inform policies on reconstruction. The delegation exemplified global solidarity with courageous Ukrainian women workingforpeaceandhumanrights

As an actionable follow-up on the learnings and conclusions drawn as a result of these meetings, NWI and UFU, with the support of other organizations, joined forces to produce a documentary, “Oh, Sister,” to share and advocate for women of Ukraine and launched WomenLeadCampaigntoempowerlocalwomenled civil society initiatives and female entrepreneurs

Through emotional interviews and footage of the delegation'stravels,thefilmhighlightstheurgent need to support and empower women peacebuilders in Ukraine and conflict zones worldwide. As the Nobel Women's Initiative concludes, "Oh, Sister! is a call to action - to stand with the women of Ukraine as they fight forhumanrights,democracy,andpeace.

The BMW Foundation approached the UFU team in April 2022 with the invitation to join forces and support the fundraising for the Delegation of the NobelPeacePrizeLaureatestoPolandandpossibly UkraineinMayorJune2022.

The UFU team immediately saw the opportunity to tell the world a story of Ukrainian women Marc Wilkins, Swiss film director, an avid advocate of contemporary Ukraine, and one of the UFU's founding members, played a crucial role in bringing the right team together The UFU team wanted to show the world a picture of brave, resilient, and powerful Ukrainian women. A picture that the world hasyettogettosee

Marc suggested having a female director, and we weresohonoredthatAnnaKopylovaagreedtotake on this project as a film director and the dedicated crewof2332 films

Workingwitheveryoneinvolvedinthisprojectwasa very empowering experience Everyone contributed their maximum within a very short period to deliver the best result, do justice to the documentary's heroines, and support all the people of Ukraine in thesechallengingtimes

´OH SISTER´

"Oh, Sister!" is a heartfelt tribute to the impact of war, weaving together the stories of six brave Ukrainianwomen:

Oleksandra Matviichuk is a human rights lawyer, Head of the Center for Civil Liberties, andNobelPeacePrizelaureatein2022.

Alla Melnychuk is the head of Mother and Newborn, a charitable organization helping saveinfantswithseverehealthissues'lives

TataKeplerisamedicalsuppliesvolunteerand Head of Ptakhy Foundation, providing tactical medicalsuppliesonanindustrialscale

Natalia Kudrych and Nadia Zhmykovska are trainconductorsforUkrainianRailways.

Lastivka is a medical platoon leader on the frontlines

"I am grateful to the United For Ukraine for its hardworkattheinternationalleveltoprotect the people of Ukraine from Russian aggression Itisimportanttomentionthejoint preparation of a documentary on women in warwithNobellaureates,workingvisitstothe UN with reports on Russian war crimes, and public presentations in different countries. Their perseverance and creative solutions makeitpossibleforpeopleaffectedbywarto beheardworldwide.

Oleksandra Matviichuk

"Anna and the 2332 crew did a superb job creating a masterpiece that skillfully combines reflections of the Nobel Peace Prize Laureates with profoundly touching stories of the heroines. The film gracefully depicts the heroines' incredible strength, selflessness, and resilience. At the same time, it gently shows their kindness, love, and humanity The combination of these qualities is the epitome of Ukrainian women This combination is incredibly powerful To me, this combination is what Ukraine stands for

I hope this film will inspire people It did inspire our team and gave us another push of confidence in Ukraine's victory. Our task as UFU is to share this vision with the world and obtain international support to keep empowering and enabling Ukraine and Ukrainian women.

Olga Hamama, Co-Founder of United for Ukraine

PUBLIC SCREENINGS

OnSeptember16,2022,inNewYork,USA,thefirst-ever "Oh, Sister!" screening took place on the eve of the UN General Assembly at Neuhaus. The panel discussion featured Nobel Peace Prize laureates Jody Williams, Tawakkol Karman, Leymah Gbowee, Oleksandra Drik of Tribunal Putin, and film director Hanna Kapylova. The PanelwasmoderatedbyAlexaChopivsky,formerCEOof Ukraine House Davos and Executive Director of the Women'sForeignPolicyGroup.ThePermanentMissionof UkrainekindlysupportedtheeventtotheUnitedNations, and the Permanent Mission of Ireland to the United Nations In attendance were approximately 200 guests, including Ambassadors, civil society representatives, and creatives

OnDecember16,2022,Oh,SisterpremieredattheBerlin State Opera with the dedicated support of Grace Accelerator Berlin. The screening was followed by a paneldiscussionbetweenoneofthefilm'sheroines,2022 NobelPeacePrizeLaureateOleksandraMatviichuk, film director Hannah Kopylova, and the Minister of State for Culture and the Media, Claudia Roth The German TV presenterPinarAttalay,moderatedthepanel Around100 attendees viewed the film and engaged in a dialogue about supporting women leaders in Ukraine Many prominentguests,includingtheUkrainianAmbassadorto Germany, Oleksii Makeiev, a two-time candidate for the GermanPresidency,politicianGesineSchwan,andothers, attendedtheevent

On March 9, 2023, Oh, Sister premiered in Washington DC, organized and hostedbytheWomen’sForeignPolicyGroupwithsupportoftheEmbassyof SwedeninWashington, the DelegationoftheEuropeanUniontotheUnited States, and the Embassy of Ukraine to the United States. The Keynote Speeches and the Panel discussion featured US House of Representatives Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi, 2022 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Oleksandra Matviichuk, 1997 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Jody Williams, Editor-in-Chief of Ukrainska Pravda Sevgil Musayeva, The Wall Streat Journal White House ReporterSabrinaSiddiquiandOlgaHamamaofUnitedForUkraine

OH, SISTER! IMPACT IN NUMBERS:

25K+

60K+ 30+ 5K+ 15+ 80+

filmviewsonline

filmviewsonmoldovantelevision

inpersonscreenigns attendees countries

internationalmediamentions

ClaudiaRoth,GermanMinisterofStateforCultureandtheMedia, Oleksiy Makeiev, Ambassador of Ukraine to Germany, and Olena Makeieva

Further screenings have been organized in Brussels with the support of the Permanent Mission of Ukraine to the European Union and the Permanent Mission of Ireland to the European Union, in Oslo at the Nobel Peace Centre with the support of the Embassy of Ukraine, and during The Munich Security Conference with the support of the BMWFoundation.

Nobel Women Initiative and United For Ukraine continue the awareness-building work by arranging further screeningsworldwide.Allnecessaryresourcestoorganize publicscreeningsareavailableontheNWIwebsite

MEETINGWITHTHEDEPUTYSECRETARYGENERALOFTHE UNITEDNATIONS-THEACCOUNTABILITYGAP

Concluding their visit to Ukraine, the three Nobel Peace Prize Laureates formulated the following demands:

TheimmediatewithdrawalofRussiantroopsfromUkraine.

FullaccountabilityforRussianwarcrimes,includingagainstwomen.

Internationalsupportinthereconstructionandparticipationofwomenand women'sorganisationsinhumanitarianresponses,reconstructionand peacebuildingprocesses.

The Nobel Peace Prize Laureates promised the people and women of Ukraine to amplify their voices and communicatetheirdemandsonthehighestlevel.On15 September 2022, on the eve of the UN General Assembly in New York, the United For Ukraine was honored to meet with Ms Amina J Mohammed, the United Nations Deputy Secretary-General and Chair of the United Nations Sustainable Development Oleksandra Drik of the Tribunal against Putin has also attended the meeting. The Delegation communicated their demands and also delivered a Letter by the Ukrainian Human Rights lawyer, Oleksandra Matviichuk,askingtoholdtheaggressoraccountable

UNITED FOR UKRAINE INMEDIA

The media is a powerful platform to increase our organization's visibility and reach We can expand our audience beyond our immediate network by sharing our stories, successes, and challenges through various media channels. Engaging with the media allows us to raise awareness about the issues we address and advocate for change on a broader scale. We can spotlight pressing social, environmental, or humanitarian challenges through compelling narratives, visual storytelling, and expert opinions, driving public discourse and catalyzingaction

By strategically leveraging media platforms, we can extend the reach of our mission,cultivatesupport,and drive positive change in the communitiesweserve

As we continue to navigate the complex landscape of social change, the media remains an indispensable ally in our quest for a more just, equitable, and sustainable world.

U’FUTURE

UFU’s RECOVERY PILLAR

SUSTAINABLEECONOMICRECOVERYOF UKRAINE

FROM THE EARLY DAYS OF THE UFU’S CREATION, WE HAVE COMMITTED TO CONSOLIDATE EFFORTS FOR A JUST AND SUSTAINABLE RECOVERY OF UKRAINE.

UFU’s commitment to sustainable and just economic recovery of Ukraine has been reinforced by the Guiding Principles for Ukraine’s recovery process - Lugano principles.

Stakeholders and state representatives committed to the so-called Lugano Principles Among others, these principles advocate for an equal and inclusive recovery. In addition, the sustainability principle calls for a sustainable recovery of Ukraine aligned with the 2030 UN Sustainable Development Goals

U’Future aims to contribute to the sustainable economic recovery of Ukraine by delivering the following key pillars:

Know-how-deliveringhigh-quality educationalprogrammestochangemakers, entrepreneursandvisionariesinUkraine

Mentoring-providingtailoredmentoringby seasonedentrepreneursandchangemakers fromournetwork

Funding-providingfundingnecessaryto implementbusinessideasandinnovative initiatives.

UFU WOMENLEAD

DEVELOPING UFU’S STRATEGY FOR THE RECOVERY PILLAR, WE HAVE OFTEN BEEN ASKED WHY WE SUPPORT UKRAINIAN ENTREPRENEURS, CHANGEMAKERS, AND SMES DURING THE ONGOING WAR

SMALL AND MICRO BUSINESSES AND CIVIL SOCIETY INITIATIVES ARE CRUCIAL TO THE UKRAINIAN ECONOMY, RESILIENCE, AND RECOVERY. SMES AND SINGLE ENTREPRENEURS CONTRIBUTE OVER60%OFUKRAINE'SGDPAND REPRESENT THE BACKBONE OF THEECONOMY.

In particular, female entrepreneurs had been driving growth, opening 51% of new businesses in2020-2021,untilthefull-scaleRussianinvasion reversed their progress After a year of war, the percentage of new women-owned businesses dropped to just 29%, highlighting the need for targeted support By empowering Ukrainian entrepreneurs and SMEs, especially female-led endeavors, the Recovery Pillar aims to catalyze grassroots economic renewal, stimulate longterm growth, uphold social stability, and showcase the indomitable spirit of the Ukrainian peopleinthefaceofaggression.

Following our cooperation with the Nobel Women Initiative, they were inspired by the resistance of Ukrainian women and mindful of their pivotal role in the recovery of Ukraine’s economy UFU, supported by the NWI, launched the Women Lead Programme Women Lead is a pilot campaign to support female entrepreneurs and women-led initiatives to empower sustainable and inclusive economic recovery of Ukraine

Goal: Support female-led SMEs, female entrepreneurs and change-makers in the followingareas:

(i)healthandwellbeing,

(ii)educationandchildcare;

(iii)sustainableentrepreneurship

The programme will run for two years, 20232025, to deliver know-how and grants from EUR5,000to30,000forsixtotwelvemonths.

The first call for applications for the Women LEAD Programme was launched in August 2023. Twelve out of 110 applicants will receive funding, tailored mentoring, and access to educationalprogrammes.

JOIN US IN BUILDING A RESILIENT UKRAINE

In the program's early stages, we focus on providing critical financial support to grantees At the same time, we're committed to building additional servicing and establishing strategic partnerships Our approach aims to empower our grantees through comprehensive training and mentoring initiatives Combining Financial Support with Education and Mentoring creates a strong foundation for sustainable successandcommunityimpact.

PROGRAMMETIMELINE

We have developed a detailed process forreviewingandassessingapplications, while collecting applicants' needs in additiontofunding.

This integrated approach not only funds impactful projects, but also cultivates a community capable of driving sustainable,positivechange Applicants are registered women-led organisations or women entrepreneurs basedinUkraine

Readmoreaboutourgrantees:

KTEX

MashaFund

UnionofZaporizhzhiafarmers

NGOStudena ConnectionAgency Helpchild

TetianaPanait

MVG“Patriot”

FOPKoval

SFGSlavun

SunnyCoffee

Women shelter

August 2023

Launch of the grant programme: We received over 100 applications. Each application was reviewed to assess the business feasibility of the project and / or estimate its impact

September 2023

Fundraising and disbursement of funds to grant recipients. The Grants Committee selected 12 grant finalists ranging from €5,000 to €30,000 legal and financial due diligence of selected grantees.

November 2023 - March 2024

April 2024

Launch of the Women Lead Education and Mentoring programme for candidates

We conducted a comprehensiveneedsassessment with each recipient through interviews and surveys. We sought to understand their goals, challenges, and opportunities for growth.

This analysis revealed various training needs in areas such as business basics, financial management, marketing, sustainability, technology, and social impact For example, some grantees requested training in practical budgeting and grant reporting skills to build capacity Others wanted to gain expertiseinstrategicareassuchasdigitalmarketingandsocial impactmeasurementtoexpandtheirreach

About2200viewsofourapplicationform

85%viewsfromUkraine

116applicationsreceived

Abreakdownoftheindustries:

As a result, the Women LEAD program is able to provide targeted support to strengthen these initiatives and drive sustainable economic recovery in Ukraine The in-depth assessment was critical to ensuringthatourprogramwould haveameaningfulimpact

WOMENLEADGRANTCOMITTEEMEETING,SEPTEMBER2023

Leonie Moos, Partner Ignore Gravity & Head of GraceAccelerator

Nadiia Zaritska, Project Delivery Lead at Abt Associates

WomenLeadGrantCommitteeMembers:

Maria Butler, Executive Director at Nobel Women'sInitiative

Julia Kromer, Head of EMEA Surety at SwissRe

SpecialAdviser

PROJECTINFORMATION

KTEX is a textile company located in Irpin, near Kyiv, Ukraine 85% of their clients are in the garment industry. With the urgent need to address textile waste recycling, KTEX is applying for a grant to create an informational platform to track textile waste. The platform will monitor the quality of textile waste quantities and build a logistics chain to enable textile waste to be recycled into new textiles

The project aims to create 25-50 new jobs in regions affected by the war in Ukraine. By improving textile recycling, it will also benefit the environment. KTEX's leadership in sustainable textile practices will position it well with clients that value corporate social responsibility The data-driven platform will optimize textile recycling operations, generating cost savings By collaborating across the supply chain, the project promotes a circular economy

UNGOALS

MASHA´S FUND

Women´s rights, Gender based violence, Empowerment

PROJECTINFORMATION

Founded in 2020 to support women victims of domesticviolence,theMashaFundnowsupports womeninthecontextofwarcrimes

Masha Fund's vision is to expand women's rights and opportunities, promote gender equality, combat all forms of violence, provide psychological support, and help women recover The grant supports the programme "Successful"

Over the past three months, more than 500 Ukrainian women have attended career guidance lectures through the Masha Foundation's Successful project The women are learning about psychological preparation for change, conflict resolution, continuous learning, job searchtips,andinterviewskills.

"We want to support women's careers and integration into the Ukrainian workforce The workshops include psychological readiness, job search, resumes, motivation letters, interviewing, retraining,branding,publicspeaking,networking, andentrepreneurship.Ofcourse,wealsodiscuss lifeaftergettingajob"

UNGOALS

UNION OF ZAPORIZHZHIA FARMERS

women ' s entrepreneurship, Agriculture/rural sector, Training and consulting

PROJECTINFORMATION

Since 2010, the organization has trained women in Ukraine's agriculture sector in business basics andsupportingruralfemaleentrepreneurship

Initially based in Tokmak but now operating from Zaporizhzhia after relocating due to the occupation, the team of lawyers, agronomists, marketers, PR managers, and an accountant has lost all its equipment The idea is to empower women to succeed as agribusiness owners and self-employed farmers by offering tailored business advice and information offline and online and by building a strong community for knowledgesharingandmutualsupport.

Despitechallenges,theultimategoalremainsto equip rural women entrepreneurs with the necessary skills, resources, and knowledge to thrive.

UNGOALS

NGO STUDENA

Education, Anti-bullying programme

PROJECTINFORMATION

Founded in 2015 by two women, NGO Studena aims to foster a safe and inclusive community in Ukraine by addressing the lack of comprehensive anti-bullying programs through education

Their online course on inclusion and antibullying has already reached over 65,000 teachers. In partnership with the Department for Education and Science, Studena has formed a group to implement the anti-bullying program in around 20 schools, targeting practical onthe-ground impact However, funding is still neededtoputthisintoaction.

Overall, Studena seeks to promote anti-bullying education to build a more tolerant society by equipping teachers and positively influencing schoolenvironmentsacrossUkraine

UNGOALS

Full service agency for NGOs and social projects

PROJECTINFORMATION CONNECTION

Full-service agency for NGOs and social projects: communications, creative, fundraising, and project management. Founder Uliana Movchan is an expert in communications and fundraising She is preparing to defend her doctoral thesis in political science. Has been helping NGOs and non-commercial initiatives to develop for nine years.

The grant is needed because some of the work is done pro bono, and they want to switch to 100% NGO.

Currently, the founder is working as a sole entrepreneur. They plan to register as a commercial organization

UNGOALS

HELPCHILD

Non profit, Education, Children´s rights, Mental health, psychological support

PROJECTINFORMATION

This project was led by two women: one with extensive experience in NGOs and the other with a doctorate in education and considerable experience in the inclusive sector. One has worked for ten years in a school for visually impaired children.

This online initiative will run for four months and include 24 art therapy masterclasses tailored for 120 children with psychological problems

It also includes 48 individual consultations and eight webinars for teachers These webinars aim to train teachers in communication skills and provide initial psychological support to children with trauma After four months (at the end of the project), all materials will be freely accessible

UNGOALS

TETIANA PANAIT, SEWING SHOP

Entrepreneurship, Employment, Economic recovery, Rural Ukraine

PROJECTINFORMATION

Tetiana Panait is an entrepreneur and a former policeofficerfromLysychanskwho,dueto the invasion, was forced to leave her home for the second time She is developing her own business in asmallvillageinPoltavaregion.

She independently mastered new equipment, learned how to promote products on social media, and entered the all-Ukrainian marketplace And now, she dreams of opening a textile fabric in the communitytoemployotherwomen TheGrantwillhelpherrenovatethe thebuildingwhereshewantstoemploy10 womenandtobuyacartotransportgoods.

She will employ 10-12 women in the light industrysector;theproductionislocatedin the village, and infrastructure will be developed.

She has experience working with grants, andsheistactiveanddetermined

UNGOALS

MELITOPOL VOLUNTEER GROUP “PATRIOT”

Non profit, Conflict management, Community buillding

PROJECTINFORMATION

NGO was founded in 2014. This project tackles sensitive dialogue and communication in the context of war Creating dialogue platforms to find a common language and reduce the polarization of

Melitopolresidents:

Duration-3months

Fourtypesoftraining:

Peaceful conflict resolution for public representatives

In-persondialogueplatform

Onlinedialogueplatform

Onlinegrouppsychologicalsupport

MVG “Patriot” plans monthly training, reaching about500localcommunityparticipants.

Formerparticipantsofthetrainingcantake part of additional activities, including dialogue platform after the deoccupation of Melitopol

UNGOALS

FOP KOVAL

Clean drinking water

PROJECTINFORMATION

In the war-ravaged Sumy region of Ukraine, a woman-led company is providing a lifeline by delivering clean drinking water to communities in need. Using EU-certified filter systems, they purify water and distribute it to areas where the conflicthasdisruptedaccess.

However, their efforts are limited by resources With an additional vehicle and staff member, they couldexpandtheirreachandbringcleanwaterto even more people suffering from the devastating effectsofwar

Everydropofcleanwaterdeliveredcansavelives and restore dignity. Together, we can ensure accesstocleanwater.

UNGOALS

SFG SLAVUN

Snails farm, Employment, Economy growth, Water supply

PROJECTINFORMATION

SFG Slavun is a female-run heliculture (snail farming) business located in a rural area of the Dnipro region struggling with unemployment. Managed by the highly competent Yaroslava, who has agricultural accounting expertise, the enterprise is set up to be an efficient operation with solid growth potential in this relatively new and economically promising agriculture sector With modest start-up capital requirements, SFG Slavun aims to create many local jobs and support the community, using some granted funds to provide villagers access to clean water by digging anartesianwell.

With a solid business plan, available facilities, and clearly defined short and long-term goals focused on sustainability and social impact, SFG Slavun is well-positioned to bring economic revitalization to the village through its social-minded snail farming enterprise

UNGOALS

SUNNY COFFEE

Inclusivity, Employment of the vulnerable society groups, “A small project with a big heart”

PROJECTINFORMATION

Amidst the war, a woman founded a café with a noble social goal - to employ Ukrainian adults with intellectual disabilities who typically lack vocational support and face barriers to securing jobs and community integration The café provides a small but steady employment opportunity for several youngadultswithcognitiveconditions

Seeking to expand its social impact during difficult times, the café aims to insulate its outdoor terrace, enabling year-round operations, providing more employment opportunities for intellectually disabled youth lacking workplace accommodations, and providing a play area to attract more customers like mothers with kids Though a small business, its goal of inclusion and uplifting Ukraine’s most vulnerable citizensrepresentsa“bigheart”

With grant funding to implement structural upgrades, this café can sustainably and significantly further its mission of compassion throughfoodservice.

UNGOALS

WOMEN´SHELTER

Mentoring, Individual testimonies, Long-term success

PROJECTINFORMATION

This newly established agency aims to provide critical psychological support for Ukrainian women facing enormous mental health challenges and employment hurdles due to the current crisis. Offering free one-on-one counseling, group sessions, masterclasses, and more, the services focus on addressing trauma and grief while also promoting career development and social empowerment. As the country copes with tremendous loss and uncertainty, the agency aspires to equip women with inner resilience, professional mentoring, and a community of support

With adequate funding, a team of predominately female psychologists and counselors between 3-10 strong will deliver these vital healing offerings to guide one thousand women into happier and more prosperous futures post-crisis. The agency represents a compassionate understanding of specificneedscombinedwithpositiveaction.

UNGOALS

Developing our recovery initiatives, United for UkrainerecentlysupportedtheLosAngeles'IAmU Are' gathering I am U Are is a unique fair that broughttogethermorethan180Ukrainiancreators, innovators, and entrepreneurs The platform showcases Ukrainian art, culture, and entrepreneurialDNAinamultifacetedform

The event perfectly embodied the UFU Women Lead program's goals of supporting and collaborating with women entrepreneurs Over 80% of 180 represented businesses and projects were women-led,includingtheIAMUAREplatform

In addition to the exhibition, the programme also provided the opportunity to join and follow panel discussions with leading organizations, changemakers, and creatives, joining forces to find solutions for Ukraine's recovery. Among others, leading diaspora organizations in the US, such as RazomandNovaUkraine,supportedthefair.There was great optimism and commitment to join forces tosupportUkraine'sprogressandrecovery.

The Ukrainian economy plays a pivotal role in safeguarding the security and stability of the nation, thereby ensuring its overall prosperity

The domestic market has recently witnessed transformative shifts, giving Ukrainian businesses opportunities and challenges In response, numerous enterprises have adopted a proactive approach, venturing into international markets to foster growth and ensure long-term sustainability on a global scale This strategic expansion not only diversifies revenue streams but also enhances resilience against economic uncertainties, bolstering the country's economic foundation andreinforcingitspositionintheglobalarena.

By facilitating connections between Ukrainian creative businesses and international markets and being one of the first platforms to showcase Ukrainian innovative businesses on the big scale, 'I Am U Are' helps diversify revenue streams and reduce dependency on domestic markets, thereby enhancing the resilience of the Ukrainian economy against economic fluctuations and uncertainties This strategic expansion into global markets boosts the competitiveness of Ukrainian businesses and strengthens Ukraine's overall financial foundation

Additionally, sustainability was at the core of many represented businesses, recognizing its importance in shaping a resilient and thriving economy for future generations This mission resonates deeply with ours, exemplified by our pilot campaign, UFU Women Lead program, aimed at bolstering female entrepreneurs and women-led initiatives, promoting a sustainable andinclusiveeconomicrecoveryinUkraine.

NEW PROJECTS

AHEAD

As a young organization, we naturally cannot rest on our laurels, especially as the situation in Ukraine and the overall impact of the Russian war on Ukraine remain dire Thus, our team is relentlessly analyzing the requests we receive from the people affected by the war, the country's needs, and the situation in the host countries As we constantly improve and develop our services, UFU looks forward to launchingnewprogrammesin2024:

#Homecoming

Help More Ukrainians Return Home

A new programme of the UFU Platform will coordinateaprojectconsolidatingtheeffortsof various partners providing assistance to Ukrainian refugees returning home We believe inthepowerofstrongpartnershipsforashared goal

Key components:

Awareness Campaign - Conduct a media campaign about return assistance showcaseopportunitiesforUkrainians

Travel Support - Help with route planning, informationsupport,andlegalassistance

Re-Integration - support programs, application assistance, legal aid, information support, legal rights protection, medical care, financial assistance, legal aid, and displacedpersons'rightsprotection

Healing-Psychologicalsupport

Empowerment - job and grant opportunities, education.

This initiative aims to remove barriers and provide comprehensive support for Ukrainians seeking to return home after displacement By coordinating partners across sectors, it can facilitatesafeanddignifiedrepatriation

In 2023, we have developed vital concepts and concluded key partnerships to deliver our flagship programmes in collaboration withinternationalpartners

Climate Leadership Academy will be implemented in cooperation with EIT Climate-KIC, Europe's largest climatefocused public-private partnership with a mission to innovate towards a net zero, carbon-resilient economy UFU will support EIT Climate-KIC in delivering the Climate LeadershipAcademyforUkraine

Supported by international partners and in collaboration with experts and industry leaders across Europe and Ukraine, the Climate Leadership Academy will provide the know-how, practical experience, exchange, and unparalleled network for generating enduring environmental and socialimpact

The Academy aims to build the skilled human capital that can catalyze and drive Ukraine's transition to a more sustainable future and prepare the public and private sectorsforrecovery,inlinewithambitionsto integrateintotheEuropeanUnion

The missionis to develop Ukrainian leaders to take ownership of sustainability efforts, lead green innovation, and collaborate internationally, enabling Ukraine to rebuild resilience and be equitable and environmentallysustainable.

CLIMATELEADERSHIPACADEMY

A JOINT PROJECT WITH EIT CLIMATE-KIC

PROGRAMBUILDINGBLOCKS:

LEARNING PLATFORM:

Learning modules facilitated by Systems Innovation Experts.

A comprehensive program designed to deepen understanding of key areas including systems innovation, community engagement, capacity building, circular economy, green energy transition, systems transformation, and sustainable cities and communities

PEER-TO-PEER

Collaborative learning through coaching and active participation in a Community of Practice alongside Ukrainian and European strategic partners

SECONDMENT

Gain practical experience by collaborating with Climate-KIC and United for Ukraine partners on impactful projects through paid 3-month placements

Facilitates ongoing collaboration and communication among Academy participants through discussion, networking, and project collaboration

Exchange ideas, mentor each other, share resources, and leverage complementary skills for greater impact

Transforms the Academy into an active community of practice where program members can collectively apply their learning to advance sustainability goals

YOUCANSUPPORTTHEACADEMYANDJOINOURECOSYSTEMAS:

SPONSOR ADVISOR INNOVATOR MENTOR HOST

IF YOU WANT TO SUPPORT THE ACADEMY'S MISSION TO REBUILD UKRAINE BY SPONSORING TRANSFORMATIVE EDUCATION, SHARING YOUR EXPERTISE, FOSTERING INNOVATION, OR EMPOWERING YOUTH AND PROFESSIONALS, PLEASE GET IN TOUCH. TOGETHER, WE CAN BE A CATALYST FOR POSITIVE CHANGE.

ACHIEVEMENTS AWARDS AND

UFU TEAM WAS EXCITED AND HUMBLED TO RECEIVE THE FOLLOWING RECOGNITIONS IN 2023: MARCH2023-AUSTIN,TX

The SXSW Innovation Awards acknowledges the most thrilling creative developments in the connected world It highlights the creativity, originality, and passion of the global community.

The SXSW Innovation Awards recognize groundbreaking digital projects from around the world across 14 categories, including "Artificial Intelligence," "Health and MedTech," and "Sustainability " United for Ukraine Platform has been chosen among the top 5 finalists for the prestigious 2023 SXSW Innovation Awards Our platform was created with the support of the International Rescue Committee and has been selected for the Social Impact category, highlighting projects that empower underserved communities globally.

SEPTEMBER2023-LONDON

The Financial Times Innovative Lawyers Awards Europe are among the legal calendar's most prestigious and competitive awards. They recognize lawyers, law firms, and in-house legal teams across Europe who are at the forefront of innovation Entriesarejudgedbyindependentexpertswholook fororiginality,leadership,andimpact.

United For Ukraine has been selected as a prestigious Financial Times Innovative Lawyers Awards Europe finalist These awards celebrate Europe's most innovative legal solutions and lawyers Out of over 550 submissions and 120 companiesshortlisted,UFUhasbeenrecognizedfor its exceptional work in the "Legal Department: Innovation in Operational Efficiency." This is a testament to the tireless efforts of our team and partners in building an efficient system for legal aid amidstanenormoushumanitariancrisis

FINANCIALREPORT GOVERNANCE /

In addition to direct funding received and processed by UFU, the team has processed in-kind donations, facilitated pro bono work, and housing credits amounting to more than USD 9 million during this period. Some donations have been channeled to other NGOs, as UFU was awaiting its non-profit status in Switzerland

From the outset, the team prioritized financial transparency and accountability, aligning with Swiss financial legislation and partnering with MJP Partners for our accounting needs.

Our financial framework is designed for distinct revenue streams to support various aspects of our mission and ensure transparent and professional reporting

Offices: As the focus of our recovery efforts and the majority of emergency requests come from Ukraine, it was essential for UFU’s organizational growth to establish a field team to deliver and implement our projects in Ukraine In October 2023, we registered an office in Kyiv, Ukraine, with the professional support and guidance of Aequo Baker Tilly is supporting our team with financial reporting and accounting

As many of UFU’s team members are located in Germany, in 2024, the team will also open a representative office in Berlin

Peoples Officer: Our team is the greatest asset of the organization Delivering UFU’s projects in ongoing war requires an unprecedented team spirit, resilience, shared values and goals, and endurance As a young and ambitious organization, we also have to navigate much uncertainty, maintain agility, and take care of the well-being of our team members Thanks to the professional support of the people officer, we have a stable pillar in our team, taking care of the team’s well-being and developing innovative programmes to match our goals and ambitions In 2024, the first Ambassador Programme developed by Anna Salamakha will be launched

IT Infrastructure: Staying true to our DNA, we also deploy several technological solutions in our daily operations to simplify procedures and make them more efficient Also, cyber security plays a crucial role in our context Here, we can rely not only on our partners but also on the efficient management of these solutions by our operations officer, Olena Romanyk

EXPERTISE-BASEDVOLUNTEERING

Joining forces with expertise-based volunteers has become an intrinsic part of UFU’s DNA; from pro bono lawyers to Google Fellows to advisors supporting our recovery initiatives, designers, media, and marketing professionals, the UFU team has skillfully combined this valuable input with the work of our team to maximize our impact.

GUIDELINES POLICIES &

To develop robust structures, procedures, and guidelines, we have been working with internal and external experts, including Wenger Vieli in Switzerland and Mayer Brown experts in Germany, to develop PoliciesandGuidelinesincompliancewiththe highestinternationalstandards

UFU’s comprehensive Policies & Guidelines represent a major milestone in establishing theinfrastructureforresponsible,transparent, and ethical operations as we work to support thoseimpactedbythecrisisinUkraine.

The Policies & Guidelines cover all critical areas of our operations and governance, including our values, mission and vision, codes of conduct, safeguarding,diversityandinclusion,financeand procurement, technology and data protection, travel,environment,anddisputeresolution.

Completing this rigorous policy development process demonstrates our commitment to accountability,transparency,andcompliance

It provides clear guidance for board members, staff, volunteers, and partners on expected conduct and handling of assets Having these policies formally adopted and implemented will help ingrain our values across the organization and ensure consistency as we rapidly scale our reliefefforts

FutureOrganisationalStructure

Initially a Swiss-registered association, we had a board undertaking operational activities before UFUcouldaffordtohireanoperationalteam

As we advance We have the ambition to implementthefollowingstructure:

Advisory Board: A board consisting of experts and philanthropists from various areas The group willcome togethertwice yearly to provide strategicadviceandnetworkaccess.

Supervisory Board - a supervisory function ensuring governance and financial integrity The boardwillmeeteveryquarter.

Executive Board - an executive team covering variousareasofexpertisehandlingoperations

OUR TEAM

BOARD:

OlgaHamama Co-Founder& President**

TEAM:

StefanMüller BoardMember (Governance)

LauraPrinaCerai BoardMember (Treasury)

NinaLevchuk Co-Founder& Vice-President*

RomanKozyr ExecutiveBoardI Finance

DariaZhelieznyakova ExecutiveBoardIUFU PlatfromITech

PolinaLehmann LegalLead

AnnaSalamakha PeoplePartner

OlenaRomanyk Operations Officer

MyriamMansour Diversityand InclusionOfficer

KaterynaPashkova LegalCounsel

OksanaMelnyk Strategic Partnerships, Switzerland

AngelinaJamsched ProjectManager

Zhanna Melnychuk DCL team Supervisor

Kyrylo Vasiutin DCL team

Alevtyna Melnychuk DCL team

Alina Bolotskykh DCL team

Kateryna Ozeruha DCL team

Khrystyna Tsap DCL team

Yelyzaveta Volevakha DCL team

AnastasiiaDulska ComplainceOfficer

LeonidShmatenko SwissLaw

*Stepped down from the board in March 2023

** Stepped down from the board in October 2023

OUR VOLUNTEERS

As we reflect on our organization's growth journey, it's impossible not to feel overwhelmed with gratitudeforeveryonewhohascontributedtheirtime,effort,andpassionalongtheway Together, we'veachievedremarkablemilestonesandsignificantlyimpactedthelivesofthoseweserve

Asof2024,UFUwillopenUFUMembershiptotheglobalcommunityandintroduceAmbassador Programmes and Expertise-based Volunteering opportunities to deliver upon its programmes andstaytruetoitsDNA

OUTLOOK THEWAYFORWARD -

UFU's accomplishments are a testament to the power of partnerships and unity for the greater good. Our partners have boosted our efforts and technological capabilities and amplified our reach and impact.

United for Ukraine is a beacon of how collaboration can revolutionize civil society efforts, transcending traditional government and NGO-led support initiatives.

Looking forward into the future, we ardently hope for a swift end to the war and envision a prosperous, independent, and sustainable Ukraine We are committed to playing an active role in Ukraine's recovery, standing shoulder to shoulder with the Ukrainian people, leveraging our collective expertise, and harnessing the power of our network.

Our work exemplifies the remarkable potential of collaborations between civil society efforts, the private sector, and technology-driven companies, showing how united they can effectively address global challenges

Continuing our mission, we sincerely thank our partners for their unwavering support.

We are excited to inspire more supporters to rally around our mission.

Together, we stand united with the people of Ukraine as they courageously strive for peace on their land, contributing to broader peace, stability, and sustainable economic development beyond borders.

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