EVENTS have been planned next week to mark Ukraine’s Independence Day in the Island.
The country’s national day takes place on Thursday 24 August, which will mark the anniversary of Ukraine’s declaration of independence from the Soviet Union 32 years ago, as the war with Russia rages on.
To mark this, Jersey’s newly formed International Cultural Centre has promised a week of events, and has so far released details of two.
The International Cultural Centre was formed as part of Chief Minister Kristina Moore’s 100-Day Action Plan, and the group guiding its progress is being led by Education Minister Inna Gardiner.
Diary dates…
- Ukraine Community Celebration, Saturday 19 August 10am–4pm, Central Market
The event, ‘a dynamic showcase of Ukrainian culture’, is expected to feature music, arts and crafts, as well as ‘a delectable spread of traditional Ukrainian cuisine’, according to the ICC. - Panel discussion, Thursday 24 August, 5–7.30pm, Jersey Museum
The panel discussion, held at the museum at the Weighbridge, promises to explore both the challenges faced by Ukraine, and Jersey’s efforts to support the country
