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New Mexico Governor Proclaims August 24, 2025, as Ukrainian Independence Day

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Ukrainian Independence Day New Mexico Proclamation

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has signed a proclamation declaring August 24, 2025, as Ukrainian Independence Day in the State of New Mexico.

We extend our gratitude to the Governor’s Office and to all friends of Ukraine in New Mexico for their support and for honoring the Ukrainian people’s dedication to the values of freedom and democracy.

Special thanks to the Consulate General of Ukraine in Houston for their efforts in strengthening 🇺🇦🇺🇸 cooperation!

Proclamation

WHEREAS, after the breakup of the Soviet Union, the Parliament of Ukraine formally declared an independent Ukrainian state on August 24, 1991, which was then upheld by over 90 percent of its citizens, joined by the majority of the residents of the Autonomous Republic of Crimea, in a free and unhindered national referendum; and

WHEREAS, January 22nd was the anniversary of independent Ukrainian statehood proclaimed by the Ukrainian Central Rada in 1918; and

WHEREAS, for more than three and a half years since the unprovoked full-scale invasion launched by the Russian Federation on February 24, 2022, Ukraine has bravely defended its independence, sovereignty, and democratic values in the face of relentless aggression that has caused immense human suffering, widespread displacement, and the destruction infrastructure; and

WHEREAS, despite the ongoing war, hardship, and repeated attacks, the Ukrainian people have demonstrated remarkable resilience and an unwavering commitment to freedom, democracy, and partnership with the international community, including their aspirations for membership in the European Union and NATO; and

WHEREAS, Ukrainian American citizens of New Mexico have brought and shared their innovative spirit, rich culture and heritage and determined work ethic in education, science, arts, and business to our state and have fought and sacrificed in every branch of our nation’s armed forces in many theaters throughout the world; and

WHEREAS, the occasion of Ukrainian Independence Day honors the value of the freedoms we enjoy and hold dear as New Mexicans, causing us to recognize the fight of Ukrainian people for their independence, freedom, and peace based on rule of law and democratic values.

NOW THEREFORE, I, Michelle Lujan Grisham, Governor of New Mexico, do hereby proclaim August 24, 2025 as:

“Ukrainian Independence Day“

An Evening to Learn About Brave Hearts & Horses for Heroes – April 15

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Dear Friends,

We are very pleased to announce that our Albuquerque Sister Cities Foundation, through its Kharkiv Ukraine program and in cooperation with Ukrainian Americans of New Mexico, would like to invite you to an informative get together this

Tuesday evening, April 15, starting at 6 pm at our 2nd Vice President Alana McGrattan’s house at 3501 Corrales Rd, Corrales, NM 87048

to recognize and support the work of Brave Hearts

an equine based charity in Ukraine, which has entered into an affiliate relationship with Horses For Heroes New Mexico, Inc., a 501 c3 non profit corporation (www.horsesforheroes.org), a unique horsemanship, wellness and skill set restructuring program based in Santa Fe, New Mexico. It is a free program serving all post 9/11 veterans and active military who have sustained PTSD, combat trauma or physical injuries during their time in service.

One the founders of Brave Hearts is completing the second week of the “train the trainer”pilot course here at the Crossed Arrows Ranch, the goal of which is to establish an appropriate, scalable and sustainable program in Ukraine for expanded work with Veterans, Active Military and the hospitals and veterans organizations that Brave Heart’s current program has been helping.

All expenses associated with this pilot project have already been generously underwritten by Horses For Heroes New Mexico Inc. and our organizations would like to offer our acknowledgement.

Based on the tangible and measurable results achieved over the 17 year history of Horses For Heroes NM Inc, programs, Brave Hearts will adapt what they are learning here and now to traditional Ukrainian cultural and historical values that will best resonate with the current and most pressing needs of returning Ukrainian warriors and their families. The immediate need is great and the time for program development, implementation and roll out in Ukraine is long overdue.

Please join us this coming Tuesday evening to learn more about this unique and valuable approach in using the natural healing properties of horses and horsemanship in integrating mind, body and spirit where they’ve become incongruent.

Refreshments will be served.

Cordially,
George

“There is something about the outside of a horse that is good for the inside of a man.” ~ Winston Churchill.

3 years of war

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3 years of war… 3 years of pain… We prayed today for everyone, who died, injured, who fights, who support, who engaged…

God, please, stop it as soon as possible! 🙏

We thank everyone for support and any help!!!!

More details on our Facebook Page

Photos: Commemoration of second anniversary of full scale Russian invasion of Ukraine at Civic Plaza

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Ukrainian community members, organizational leaders, and supporters gather during a commemoration of second anniversary of full scale Russian invasion of Ukraine, with a bell ringing for peace and resilience, at Civic Plaza in Downtown Albuquerque, N.M., on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024. (Chancey Bush/ Albuquerque Journal)

Full article on Albuquerque Journal

Two years later, Ukrainian Americans in New Mexico reflect on war’s toll

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Nataliya Edelman’s return to her home city in Ukraine was traumatic.

When she visited in the fall, much of her native Bucha, Ukraine, a city 10 miles from Kyiv, lay in ruins after nearly two years of war.

In some parts charred, deserted buildings stood amid scattered refuse. Explosions had flipped cars, turning them into crumpled scrap heaps on the street.

Streets she had walked as a child were obliterated, with all the houses, buildings and trees gone — even the rubble had been cleaned up — leaving nothing but a haunting memory of what once was.

Even more devastating were the lives lost. Many people she knew had died at the hands of Russian invaders, and not just in battle…

Read full article on The Santa Fe New Mexican

32th Independence Day of Ukraine!

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Dear Friends, we congratulate everyone on the Independence Day of Ukraine!

Today we celebrate the 32nd anniversary of independence.

32 years of courage and dignity.

Many thanks to everyone who brings our victory closer and defends our Independence. You are heroes that the whole world is proud of.

We Ukrainians are fighting and will definitely win!

Glory to Ukraine!

Друзі, вітаємо всіх з Днем Незалежності України!

Сьогодні ми святкуємо вже 32-гу річницю незалежності.

32 роки мужності та гідності.

Велика подяка кожному, хто наближає нашу перемогу та відстоює нашу незалежність. Ви герої, якими пишається весь світ.

Ми боремося та обов’язково переможемо. Слава Україні!!

UAofNM NM grateful to the U.S. and special to New Mexicans for providing both support for and an example of liberty

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UAofNM NM grateful to the U.S. and special to New Mexicans for providing both support for and an example of liberty . ??The American people stood with us and, we are sure, will stand with us to the end.

Wishing you the best and countless blessings on this momentous occasion!

“ Today, as Americans celebrate their freedom and independence, we celebrate with you and envision the day when every inch of Ukraine is free of the cruel tyranny that seeks to extinguish us,” Zelensky said.

Ceremony for Legislative Memorials Supporting Ukraine

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Ceremony for Legislative Memorials Supporting Ukraine

Elected leaders to present local Ukrainian-Americans with commemorative copies of recently-passed legislation

WHAT: Ceremony commemorating the passage of House Memorial 55 and Senate Memorial 64, which express New Mexico’s support for Ukraine in the face of Russian aggression, call attention to the death and destruction inflicted upon the country, and recognize the courage of Ukraine’s leadership, military, and citizens in fighting for their nation, freedom, and democracy.

WHAT:

Following their passage in the New Mexico legislature, these memorials were transmitted to President Biden, the U.S. Secretary of State, the U.S. Secretary of Defense, the U.S. Senate, the U.S. House, and the Ukrainian embassy.

WHO:

* Members of New Mexico’s Ukrainian American community

* House Memorial 55 sponsor – House Majority Floor Leader Gail Chasey

* Senate Memorial 64 sponsor – Senators Brenda McKenna

* House and Senate Memorial sponsors and members of New Mexico’s Congressional Delegation invited

Our deep gratitude goes to people, who are not by-standers and really care about what is going on in Ukraine – Round House Majority Floor Leader Gail Chasey, Senator Brenda McKenna of the 9th District was represented by the other lady, Senator Harold Pope of the 23rd District, Representative William “Bill” Rehm is the 31st District, Alisa Lauer and Veronica Krupnick!

Support like this gives us a strong feeling that we are not lonely in our fight! Thank you also for thinking about next steps on the way to stopping this horrible war! God bless!

▶️Для членів української громади в Нью-Мексико було великою честю отримати офіційні сертифікати Меморіалів, ухвалені нещодавно Палатою представників і Законодавчим органом штату Нью-Мексико на підтримку України проти російської агресії.

Наша глибока повага та вдячність висловлюються людям, які не є сторонніми перехожими і дійсно небайдужі до того, що відбувається в Україні – лідеру парламентської більшості Gail Chasey , сенатору Brenda McKenna, сенатору Harold Pope , депутат William “Bill” Rehm i Alisa Lauer, and Veronica Krupnick .

Така підтримка дає нам сильне відчуття, що ми не самотні у нашій боротьбі! Також дякую, що думаєте про наступні кроки на шляху до припинення цієї жахливої ​​війни! Боже здоров’я!

Копії цих Меморіалів будуть передані до Посольства України в США

Taras Shevchenko Birthday

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Today is Taras Shevchenko Birthday, 9 March 1814 – 10 March 1861.

He was a Ukrainian poet, writer, artist, public and political figure, folklorist and ethnographer. His literary heritage is regarded to be the foundation of modern Ukrainian literature and, to a large extent, the modern Ukrainian language, though this is different from the language of his poems. Shevchenko is also known for his many masterpieces as a painter and an illustrator.