EVENTS & INITIATIVES
Auckland #StandWithUkraine Weekly Rally
https://www.facebook.com/events/1402884848008912/1402884931342237/
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Come and Stand with Ukraine: the Ukrainian Community of Auckland has gathered every Sunday at 12:00 pm since 2022 at Aotea Square with one peaceful message until Ukraine’s Victory.
Note: Check event posts for location changes to Wynyard Quarter or Britomart; if none are posted, we meet at Aotea Square and ask participants to display only Ukrainian and New Zealand symbols.
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Українська громада Окленда з 2022 року щонеділі о 12:00 збирається на площі Аотеа, щоб мирно підтримувати Україну до Перемоги.
Примітка: У разі зміни локації (Вінярд або Бритомарт) оновлення публікуються на сторінці заходу, а без оновлень зустріч проходить на площі Аотеа з символікою лише України та Нової Зеландії.
Commemoration of the full-scale invasion
New Zealand Stands with Ukraine | Fourth Anniversary of Russia’s Full-Scale Invasion
In 2026, we mark four years since russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine and twelve years since the start of russia’s war of aggression in 2014.
As part of our annual rally, we come together in solidarity with Ukraine under the global Stand With Ukraine: Protect Future Generations initiative. The rally calls for justice, accountability, and the protection of future generations — including the return of Ukrainian children unlawfully abducted during the war.
We invite Ukrainians, friends of Ukraine, and all supporters to join us and reaffirm that New Zealand continues to stand with Ukraine against russian aggression.
ANZ Ukraine Cooperation Forum
Mahi For Ukraine is happy to announce a cross-sector international forum linking defence, emergency response, business, philanthropy, and investment. Aimed to share expertise, build practical partnerships, and explore opportunities for long-term cooperation — including commercial, strategic, and investment pathways.
Format
Two-day event, Thematic tracks, Panel discussions, Expert briefings, Networking, Optional side events / other cities (details shared separately).
Interested? Signup here or email contact@ukraine.nz
Auckland #StandWithUkraine Weekly Rally
https://www.facebook.com/events/1402884848008912/1402884931342237/
Stand with Ukraine
The Ukrainian community in Auckland has been gathering every Sunday at 12:00 pm since 2022 to peacefully show support for Ukraine. We usually meet at Aotea Square; if the location changes due to other events, updates are shared inside the Facebook event in advance. If no update is posted, the rally takes place at Aotea Square.
These gatherings are peaceful and focused on one message: New Zealand stands with Ukraine against russia’s aggression. Participants are asked to display only Ukrainian and New Zealand symbols.
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Українська громада Окленда щонеділі з 2022 року о 12:00 збирається, щоб мирно підтримати Україну. Зазвичай зустріч відбувається на площі Аотеа; у разі зміни локації інформація публікується заздалегідь на сторінці заходу. Якщо оновлень немає, місцем збору залишається площа Аотеа.
Акція є мирною та має єдиний меседж: Нова Зеландія підтримує Україну проти російської агресії. Просимо використовувати лише символи України та Нової Зеландії.
Holodomor Remembrance - #ShineALight
On 22 November, we will once again commemorate Holodomor Remembrance Day in Auckland, as part of the global remembrance of the millions of Ukrainians who died during the man-made famine.
Full-Scale Invasion Commemoration 2025: #StandWithUkraine
February 24, 2025, will mark three years since russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine and over a decade of russian aggression against Ukraine.
Every year, we have commemorated this date by coming together to share stories, stand in solidarity with Ukraine, and shine a light on russia’s ongoing acts of aggression. This year is no different.
Holodomor Remembrance Day: Shine a Light Campaign (Copy)
Remembering the Holodomor: Voices of the Past, Echoes of Today.
This Holodomor Remembrance Day, we honour the millions of Ukrainians who perished during the Soviet-orchestrated famine-genocide of 1932-33 – a deliberate act of starvation, suppression, and erasure.
1000 Days Rally
1000 days.
1000 days of resilience.
1000 days of defiance against tyranny.
1000 days of enduring unimaginable horrors.
1000 days of fighting not just for survival, but for freedom, dignity, sovereignty and Ukraine’s rightful place in the free world.
1000 Days of Standing with Ukraine.
Ukraine Independence Day: Auckland Rally & Raise a Flag Campaign
Join us in commemorating Ukraine’s Independence Day, a powerful tribute to freedom, resilience, and national pride.
Stand with Ukraine" Global Rally - 10 Years of War
On 24th February 2024, we gathered in Auckland, united in purpose and solidarity with our brothers and sisters in Ukraine, as we marked the solemn occasion of the 2nd anniversary of the full-scale invasion and 10 years of relentless military aggression by russia against Ukraine. With this event, we kicked off the Ukrainian World Congress Global campaign #StandWithUkraine (under the local banner #DefendingDemocracy) which had 70 Countries participating with over 740 cities and a total of 1023 various events registered.
Aroha for Ukraine Book Launch Event
We are delighted to finally announce the presentation of our physical book in Auckland on August 12th, and invite everyone who contributed to the project and sent us their AROHA (love), as well as our Ukrainian community in New Zealand and newcomers from Ukraine.
To donate, please visit our Give-a-little page HERE.
More details can be found HERE.
Community Webinar - Ukraine Health Initiative
Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand and the Ministry of Health, alongside Mahi for Ukraine, invite you to attend a community webinar on the free health check available for all Special Ukraine Visa holders in New Zealand.
Presentation:
A short video presentation by Dr. Olga Dubnytska (a Ukrainian GP in Palmerston North) on the free health check will be delivered in Ukrainian, and followed by a Q&A session with Dr. Olga.
Auckland Vyshyvanka Day 2023/2024
Each third Thursday in May we celebrate World Vyshyvanka Day.
In Auckland we commemorate the day of Ukrainian traditional embroidery by wearing it proudly, singing songs about vyshyvanka & taking some photos with our local community! If you have a Vyshyvanka – this is the day to flaunt it
Light Will Win Over Darkness - '365 Days' Auckland vigil
February 24th marks a year since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in a war that has persisted for nine years. The Kremlin orchestrates hostilities, violating all possible norms of international law. The brave Ukrainian people are defending themselves and the whole world at the cost of their lives. Ukrainians hold back an insane aggressor who threatens to turn the planet into nuclear waste.
We call on Ukrainians and friends of Ukraine in Auckland to jointly support Ukraine and our #LightWillWinOverDarkness candlelight vigil dedicated to the 365 days of full-scale Russian invasion and nine years of Russian war against Ukraine.
Advocacy Survey (archived)
Please complete this survey regardless of whether you have already applied for the Ukraine Special Visa/ whether you are eligible to apply or not/ and whether your family has arrived in NZ or not, or even if you are not planning to apply.
Xmas Gift Donations for Refugees 2022 (archived)
As most of our friends & supporters know, these newcomers (even though are called “refugees”) are not technically considered refugees and as such do not receiv government support. This will be their first Christmas away from home, and we imagine that gift-giving is the last thing on their and their families’ minds. So we wanted to show them some Aroha, and bring at least some normality back into their lives.
Ambassador of Ukraine meeting with Auckland Business Community (archived)
His Excellency Mr. Vasyl Myroshnychenko, recently appointed Ambassador to Australia and New Zealand, makes one of his first public appearances in this country to meet with Auckland’s business community on Wednesday 17th August.