28 January 2010
Washington, DC (UNIS) – Following previous successful “Ukrainian Days” advocacy programs in our nation’s capital, the Ukrainian National Information Service (UNIS) is once again organizing “Ukrainian Days” in Washington, DC on March 17-18, 2010. The intent of “Ukrainian Days” is to promote the concerns of the Ukrainian American community, as well as to establish better relations with our elected representatives in Congress. Briefing papers on various topics will be supplied to all the participants of “Ukrainian Days” by the Ukrainian National Information Service (UNIS).
The “Ukrainian Days” agenda will consist of several aspects. On Wednesday morning, March 17th, UNIS will organize presentations by American government officials and non-governmental organizations (NGO’s). Of particular interest will be a discussion about the topics of concern to the community, including: a post-Ukrainian presidential election analysis; the U.S.-Ukraine Strategic Partnership Charter and Commission; U.S. foreign assistance to Ukraine in fiscal year 2011; energy security for Ukraine; NATO enlargement; continued advocacy of the Ukrainian Genocide of 1932-1933; as well as, the overall context of U.S.-Ukrainian relations.
Thursday morning, March 18th, participants of “Ukrainian Days” will partake in a breakfast meeting with members of the Congressional Ukrainian Caucus (CUC), an officially registered group within the U.S. House of Representatives that is interested in enhancing relations between Ukraine and the United States. An evening reception is also being planned for the“Ukrainian Days” participants to have a chance to acquaint themselves with others in Washington who follow U.S.-Ukraine relations.
Throughout the two day event, participants of “Ukrainian Days” will meet with their respective legislators in the House of Representatives and Senate in order to relate issues that concern the Ukrainian American community and establish closer communications with their offices. Such relations and contact with the Members of Congress will allow the Ukrainian community to resolve issues of concern and work more effectively in the future.
For further information about participating, please contact the Ukrainian National Information Service (UNIS) at (202) 547-0018, or via e-mail at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
January 28, 2010
