A representative of our organization participated in the European Forum of the Ukrainian Diaspora “Novi Sad 2025,” which brought together active representatives of Ukrainian communities from various European countries.
Over the course of two days, participants engaged in an intensive schedule of discussions, panel discussions, and informal networking. The forum served as a space for professional dialogue, the exchange of experiences, and mutual support.
According to Alla Savchenko, these days were filled with substantive conversations about the key challenges and prospects for Ukrainian communities abroad. The focus was on issues of political representation of national minorities, particularly Ukrainians in various countries, Ukraine’s European integration process, the role of the diaspora in countering disinformation, as well as topics related to education, culture, preservation of identity, and youth development.
Each panel and each presentation became an important part of collectively envisioning the future and shaping next steps. The atmosphere of unity was particularly valuable: Ukrainians from different countries, despite differences in experience and context, were united by a common goal—to strengthen communities and maintain ties with Ukraine.
Participants expressed their gratitude to the organizers—the European Congress of Ukrainians, as well as Myroslav Hochak and Bohdan Raichynets—for the high level of organization, trust, and the open atmosphere of the event.
Participation in the forum was an important step toward establishing new partnerships, gaining up-to-date knowledge, and strengthening motivation for further work to benefit Ukraine and Ukrainian communities in Europe.