{"id":1795,"date":"2026-04-27T13:24:48","date_gmt":"2026-04-27T13:24:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/?p=1795"},"modified":"2026-04-27T13:45:33","modified_gmt":"2026-04-27T13:45:33","slug":"four-years-of-unity-in-warrington-celebrating-the-hubs-anniversary-and-the-vision-of-ukrainian-house-uk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/ua\/four-years-of-unity-in-warrington-celebrating-the-hubs-anniversary-and-the-vision-of-ukrainian-house-uk\/","title":{"rendered":"Four Years of Unity in Warrington: Celebrating the Hub\u2019s Anniversary and the Vision of Ukrainian House UK"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-6890bd1f\"><h3 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">On Sunday, April 26th, under the bright skies of Culcheth, the Ukrainian community of Warrington gathered to celebrate a significant milestone\u2014the <strong>4th Anniversary of the Ukrainian Family Hub<\/strong>. This jubilee was more than just a celebration; it was a profound testament to gratitude, resilience, and community growth, serving as a vital platform to showcase the strategic initiatives of the <strong>International Center &#8220;Ukrainian House UK.&#8221;<\/strong><\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Four Years as One Family<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>What began four years ago as a simple hand held out in support has flourished into a powerful pillar of strength. The Hub\u2019s anniversary was filled with the warmth of a true home. From the sharing of traditional culinary delights to the excitement of the raffle and bingo, the day brought together families, volunteers, and friends. It was a vivid reminder that we are not just a community\u2014we are a family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/20260426_122715.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1797\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Bridge of Friendship with Local Leadership<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A highlight of the event was the visit of <strong>Cllr Paul Warburton<\/strong>. His presence was more than a formal gesture; it was a reflection of the deep respect and robust cooperation between the Ukrainian community and British local authorities. Cllr Warburton expressed high praise for the social initiatives led by &#8220;Ukrainian House UK,&#8221; emphasizing how such synergy enriches the entire Warrington region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/681872304_2156431998467537_7037415446163673670_n-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1798\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Commemoration of Chernobyl<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>During the event, the community also paid tribute to the victims of the Chernobyl disaster, as the <strong>40th anniversary<\/strong> approaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Speakers emphasised that this tragedy remains a powerful symbol of human responsibility and is especially relevant today in the context of nuclear safety threats caused by Russia\u2019s aggression against Ukraine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-27-at-15.54.37-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1799\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-27-at-15.54.37-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-27-at-15.54.37-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-27-at-15.54.37-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-27-at-15.54.37-9x12.jpeg 9w, https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-27-at-15.54.37.jpeg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#8220;Blood Solidarity&#8221;: Gratitude in Every Drop<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A cornerstone of the event was the presentation of the <strong>&#8220;Blood Solidarity&#8221;<\/strong> initiative. This flagship project by <strong>Ukrainian House UK<\/strong> encourages Ukrainians living in the UK to become blood donors for the <strong>NHS<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>&#8220;This is our gesture of gratitude to the people of Great Britain. We are not only recipients of support; we are ready to give back and save the lives of those who opened their doors to us,&#8221;<\/em> was the message shared with the attendees.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-27-at-15.54.36-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-27-at-15.54.36-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-27-at-15.54.36-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-27-at-15.54.36-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-27-at-15.54.36-9x12.jpeg 9w, https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-27-at-15.54.36.jpeg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Voices of the Community and the Magic of Song<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The formal program was enriched by the insightful speeches of the directors of the International Center &#8220;Ukrainian House UK&#8221;\u2014<strong>Ruslan Panchyshyn<\/strong> and <strong>Anatoliy Shalaiev<\/strong>. Following them, <strong>Volodymyr Kovalchuk<\/strong> provided a vital briefing on the blood donation process, guiding attendees through the practical and safe steps of donating within the NHS system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The emotional heart of the celebration was the musical performance by the <strong>Duet &#8220;Dol-ya.&#8221;<\/strong> Their soulful songs, brought to the event by Ukrainian House UK, created an atmosphere of profound beauty and cultural pride that moved everyone present.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u0434\u043e\u043b\u044f-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1801\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u0434\u043e\u043b\u044f-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u0434\u043e\u043b\u044f-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u0434\u043e\u043b\u044f-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u0434\u043e\u043b\u044f-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u0434\u043e\u043b\u044f-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u0434\u043e\u043b\u044f-16x12.jpg 16w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Words of Gratitude<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Hub Volunteers:<\/strong> For your unwavering energy, the wonderful food, and for creating a space where everyone feels welcome.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Olga Shalaieva:<\/strong> For her seamless organization of the translation services, ensuring that everyone could communicate and connect.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The National Lottery Community Fund:<\/strong> For their belief in our vision and their financial support, which allows <strong>Ukrainian House UK<\/strong> to scale our impact and strengthen the community.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1315\" height=\"986\" src=\"https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/20260426_124232.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1802\"\/><\/figure>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>On Sunday, April 26th, under the bright skies of Culcheth, the Ukrainian community of Warrington gathered to celebrate a significant milestone\u2014the 4th Anniversary of the Ukrainian Family Hub. 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