“Ukrainian Days,” a traditional advocacy initiative organized by the Ukrainian Congress Committee of America (UCCA) and the Ukrainian National Information Service (UNIS), took place in Washington, D.C. The event gathered over a hundred representatives of the Ukrainian community and supporters from across the United States to meet with American legislators and promote key issues regarding support for Ukraine.
This was reported by Ukrainian National Information Service (UNIS).
The program included briefings, a Congressional reception on Capitol Hill, and a series of meetings with senators and members of Congress. Topics discussed included the continuation of military aid to Ukraine — particularly air defense systems, sanctions against Russia, transferring frozen Russian assets to Ukraine’s reconstruction, and ensuring accountability for war crimes and the abduction of Ukrainian children.
Among the participants were President of the Ukrainian World Congress Paul Grod, Ukraine’s Ambassador to the U.S. Oksana Markarova, UCCA President Michael Sawkiw, UWC Vice President Andriy Futey, Ukrainian veterans and diaspora representatives, and President of the Illinois UCCA branch, Dr. Maria Dmytriw-Kapeniak.
The reception also featured the presentation of the “Friend of UNIS” award, which was given to Senator Thom Tillis for his consistent support of Ukraine and contribution to strengthening Ukrainian-American relations. Other guests included Senator Mike Rounds, former Senator Rob Portman, and Pastor Mark Burns.
According to participants, the meetings were held in a spirit of constructive dialogue and diplomacy. “Over 100 participants — Ukrainians and friends of Ukraine — met with senators and their staff to advocate for key policies supporting Ukraine and limiting Russian influence,” stated UWC President Paul Grod.
Dr. Maria Dmytriw-Kapeniak, President of the Illinois branch of UCCA, emphasized the understanding and support shown by U.S. officials regarding the importance of aiding Ukraine.
“The questions and conversations were very candid; it seems we are understood and supported by everyone — some more eagerly than others. At this point, there’s only one person left to persuade — the man in the White House,” she noted.
It is worth noting that on the final day of the event, it became known that U.S. President Trump is expected to approve military assistance to Ukraine amounting to approximately $30 million.
Author: Danylo Pievchev
