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Ukrainian National Women's League of America
Summary
The Ukrainian National Women's League of America (UNWLA) is a charitable and cultural organization that unites women of Ukrainian descent and affiliation. Since its establishment in 1945, the organization has launched numerous social welfare, culture, and education projects, aiming to support the Ukrainian people in Ukraine and diasporas. It works independently as a charitable and cultural organization and has been granted 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status by the Internal Revenue Service.
Since February 2022, UNWLA has focused on more humanitarian aid operations in response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine Russian Invasion of Ukraine. According to the recent DEMAC report, UNWLA raised approximately $750,000 for Ukrainian humanitarian aid in one month. The organization continues fundraising and advocacy events to address the Russian invasion.
The mission of the UNWLA is to unite women of Ukrainian descent or active in the Ukrainian-American community in order to:
a) preserve Ukrainian national identity and cultural heritage by means of research and study of Ukrainian history, literature, art, culture, and traditions;
b) inform the general public about Ukraine and its culture, history, language, literature, art, as well as Ukrainian social and national ideals and aspirations;
c) provide financial assistance to people of Ukrainian descent within and outside the United States, specifically for educational studies and research into Ukrainian history and culture;
d) initiate and maintain ties with other Ukrainian organizations, as well as with American and international organizations that have educational and charitable objectives, especially with women's organizations;
e) support The Ukrainian Museum in New York, which was founded by the UNWLA;
f) participate in Ukrainian, American, and/or international women's movements.
To fulfill this mission, the UNWLA has established a network of Branches across the United States, governed by Regional Councils.
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