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At Kent With Ukraine, we have always believed that partnerships are most powerful when they are rooted in people and that is why we have invested a significant amount of time into our school twinning programme . Jordan, Iris, Helen and Derek representing Kent With Ukraine, visited Higham Primary School to deliver a collection of letters and cards — all messages sent by children in Novyi Bilous, Chernihiv region, in response to letters written by students in Kent just a few mo

The ongoing war in Ukraine has highlighted the urgent need for stronger defense capabilities and resilience. In response, we were proud to convene a high-level roundtable in the UK Parliament , bringing together senior parliamentarians alongside British and Ukrainian partners. This meeting focused on accelerating the development of critical capabilities to counter Russian aggression. The collaboration also introduced new initiatives aimed at documenting Russian war crimes, co

This afternoon, local government colleagues from across Kent gathered, crossing political lines to show solidarity with the people of the Chernihiv Region and Ukraine. The event was a powerful reminder of the ongoing conflict that has now entered its fifth year and the urgent need to continue supporting those affected. A Message from the Embassy of Ukraine Mr Vlodymyr Miakovskyi, representing the Embassy of Ukraine to the UK, spoke with heartfelt sincerity. He expressed deep

This morning at 8am, the community of Higham gathered with a clear purpose: not only to remember the ongoing conflict in Ukraine but to reaffirm their steadfast support for the Ukrainian people. Four years have passed since Russia launched an illegal full-scale invasion of sovereign Ukraine. As the war enters its fifth year, the brutal reality remains: deliberate terror, horrific war crimes, and a regime indifferent to human life continue to define this conflict. Before raisi

Representing Kent With Ukraine, Cllr Jordan Meade and Cllr Helen Ashenden had the profound joy of attending the Community Christmas Carol Concert at St John’s Church, Higham, last night. Jordan extends his sincere thanks to The Reverend Canon Clive Jones for his remarkable support, and for providing the opportunity to host the inaugural exhibition of the Ukrainian Icons on Ammunition Cases in Kent . This was the first time these sacred works have been displayed in the county,

Kent With Ukraine Founder Jordan Meade was proud to accompany Lord Risby this week as they joined members of the Ukrainian diaspora in London for a moving and deeply meaningful Christmas concert held in solidarity with Ukraine. The special evening brought together supporters, community leaders, and friends of Ukraine at a time when the country continues to endure the brutal realities of Russia’s ongoing invasion. Against that backdrop, the concert offered not only a moment of

On Monday 17th November, Kent With Ukraine were delighted to be invited along to a meeting of the Gravesham with Ebbsfleet Rotary Club. At this meeting Jordan, accompanied by Iris gave a presentation on our partnership and projects in the Chernihiv Region, and why the Holodomor genocide matters in the context of the ongoing war in Ukraine. We would like to sincerely thank the Gravesham with Ebbsfleet Rotary Club for their interest in our work and we look forward to the possib

Today, Ukraine marks the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion, a grim milestone that reminds us not only of the passage of time, but of the extraordinary endurance, courage and sacrifice shown by the Ukrainian people every single day since 24 February 2022. As Ukraine enters a fourth year of conflict, it is important that we pause to remember the human suffering behind the headlines, and to recognise that humanitarian needs remain acute. The enormity of the impac

Reflections by Councillor Jordan Meade... Over the past six months, I’ve been working to secure a cooperation partnership between Kent County Council and the Chernihiv Oblast Чернігівська ОДА, in Ukraine. This mutually beneficial agreement will act as an enabler for the businesses, community groups and residents of Kent to strategically support one of the Ukrainian regions that was most affected by Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine in 2022. On Thursday, I was overwhelmed t

It was a pleasure for Iris and Jordan to be in London last night to support #UkraineMustWin - An exceptionally well organised and packed event by UK Friends of Ukraine and partners ahead of the forthcoming #GeneralElection .