Mick Antoniw is a man whose life has become a bridge between cultures, peoples, and generations. As a Member of the Senedd for Pontypridd and the son of Ukrainian and Danish immigrants, he has carried his Ukrainian roots from a working-class childhood to the high offices of Welsh politics.
How British Member of Parliament Catherine Fookes engages with the Ukrainian community in Wales
Following her election victory in July 2024, British MP Catherine Fookes attended an event with Ukrainian families in Abergavenny within a year of taking office. The meeting made a lasting impression on her.
Cross-Cultural Harmony: Poets and Musicians Share a Special Evening
Daria Zhdanova
On June 14, a warm and intimate gathering of Ukrainian and Welsh poets and musicians took place at the cozy Caffi Soar in Merthyr Tydfil. Despite the limited capacity of the venue, the event fostered a palpable sense of genuine connection and mutual interest among attendees. The evening was expertly organized by Mike Jenkins and Olesia Miftahova.
Monmouthshire MP Meets Ukrainian Community in Abergavenny
In a recent meeting in Abergavenny, Catherine Fookes MP sat down with members of the Ukrainian community living in Monmouthshire to listen to their stories, learn about their current challenges, and discuss the uncertainty surrounding their future in the UK.
Press Freedom Under Fire in Ukraine – Briefing at the Senedd
On June 3, the Senedd in Cardiff hosted an important public briefing titled “Last Check-In: The Russian Strikes on Ukrainian Hotels Silencing the Press”. The session brought together Members of the Senedd Mick Antoniw MS and Alun Davies MS, international journalists, and civil society representatives, including members of the Ukrainian community in Wales.
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