Stand united with Ukrainians today
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| Dear Colleagues and Friends!Today, Ukrainians mark the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. None of us wanted war, and we did not think that in the 21st century the time would come when it would be necessary to defend with weapons in hand our statehood, democratic values, and the right to live in an independent country where human rights and international law are respected.We were not ready for this to happen, but we had faith and courage to fight. Our resistance was made possible by the support of many people around the world who stood with Ukraine.You, our international partners, are more than just spectators or colleagues. You are people who understand and share the importance of this struggle. The supportive response we receive from you gives us the strength to move forward. We are grateful to you for every step you take in support of Ukraine’s cultural freedom and independence and for your unwavering stance in the fight for human rights.These days, just as three years ago, we once again find ourselves in a difficult and unpredictable state. Many, including our key allies, are shifting their positions, so our struggle is facing new challenges. The world stands on the brink of tectonic changes. But truth and justice are still the things worth holding on to.In these dark times, we, the Docudays UA International Human Rights Documentary Film Festival, continue to fulfil our mission—to develop Ukrainian culture and speak about human rights through documentary cinema, as well as to preserve the testimonies of the Ukrainian people’s resistance in the Ukraine War Archive project. We use cinema to tell the story of the values of freedom and dignity that Ukrainians are defending on the front line.Today, just as for the past three years, Ukraine relentlessly continues its struggle, and we ask you: please listen to its voices. We urge you: stand united with Ukrainians today!If you live in Europe, please share and support the petition calling for the use of frozen assets of Russia’s Central Bank to support and rebuild Ukraine.If you want to learn truthful news about Ukrainians’ resistance to the Russian invasion, follow these channels:UNITED24 The Kyiv Independent Respectfully,Docudays UA Team Image: a still from the film “If You Want to Fly, Dig” from the short film series: “Media Center of the Armed Forces of Ukraine & ‘War Archive’: Films from the Frontline”. |
