The city of Chicago officially honored Ukrainian Unity Day. Mayor Brandon Johnson signed a proclamation declaring January 22, 2026, Ukrainian Unity Day in Chicago, calling on city residents to support the Ukrainian people in their struggle for freedom, unity, and peace.
This was reported by the Ukrainian Congressional Committee of America in Illinois.
“Ukrainian Unity Day is celebrated annually on January 22 to commemorate the historic Act of Union of 1919, which united the Ukrainian People’s Republic and the Western Ukrainian People’s Republic, reaffirming the unbreakable principle of a single, sovereign Ukraine,” the proclamation reads.
As noted in the document, this day symbolizes the commitment of the Ukrainian people to independence, territorial integrity, democracy, and the right to self-determination, as well as the resilience and solidarity of Ukraine in the face of ongoing aggression.
It is also noted that the Ukrainian diaspora in the United States and its allies play an important role in supporting Ukraine through humanitarian assistance, advocacy, cultural preservation, and calls for a just peace.
“Recognizing the Day of Unity of Ukraine reaffirms our shared commitment to human rights, international law, and the right of every people to live free from violence and oppression,” the document emphasizes.
As a result, Mayor Brandon Johnson officially proclaimed January 22, 2026, the Day of Unity of Ukraine in the city of Chicago and called on all residents to join in honoring this day.
As noted by the UCCA, the city government of Chicago has confirmed its readiness to provide practical assistance to Ukraine, in particular by participating in initiatives to transfer generators to restore the energy infrastructure of communities under attack.
Photo: UCCA
Author: Inna Mikhno