Our aims are:
▪ A sovereign Ukrainian state with territorial integrity and democratic politics.
▪ An enforceable peace settlement to prevent subsequent invasions of Ukraine.
▪ Minimizing loss of life, particularly of civilians, and providing humanitarian aid to Ukraine and support for refugees.
EXPEDITED MILITARY AID
The Russian military is bombarding residential areas and targeting civilians and evacuation zones. Incompletely or belatedly meeting Ukraine’s military needs increases the risk of a long and bloody war of attrition with high civilian casualties, war crimes, and genocide.
▪ Ukraine needs both ground and air-based platforms capable of intercepting or destroying Russian missiles, rockets, and artillery rounds, in addition to pledged aid.
▪ The Ukrainian government has also requested the provision of additional weaponry including fighter jets, tanks, and long range weapons systems.
▪ The U.S. must work with allies to supply existing systems and open up procurement channels. Joint US-Ukrainian funding and US backfilling would bolster this effort.
SANCTIONS
In addition to general yet severe sanctions on the Russian economy, sanctions should be focused on parallel strategies:
▪ Military complex sanctions. Severe sanctions on military technology trade, raw materials, energy, as well as on the financial sector will help incapacitate the Russian war machine. Less than 2% of Russia’s 300+ banks are currently on the U.S. Treasury’s SDN list.
▪ Sanctions segmentation. Pre-announced personal sanctions and asset seizures, when paired with clearly articulated methods to avoid sanctions and pathways to defections, can change the Russian elite’s incentive structure and split Putin’s oligarchs and senior officials.
CHEMICAL WEAPONS PROTECTION
The U.S. must articulate specific, proportionate, and severe responses in the event that Russia uses chemical, biological, or nuclear weapons in Ukraine. Additional protective equipment and supplies must be provided.
MEDICAL SUPPLIES
Bulk orders (>300,000) of basic individual first aid kits (IFAKs) are the most pressing medical need.
STATE SPONSOR OF TERRORISM
The U.S. must designate Russia a State Sponsor of Terrorism.
Contact Politicians
The officials you elected have immense power to help Ukraine win this war and you have the power to ask them for assistance.
If you are in the US, you can contact your representatives and senators, as well as the White House. We have some guides on how to do this, including a sample letter here: US Advocacy Guide
If you are outside of the US, the following document provides further information: Global Advocacy Guide
Post to your Social Media
Post to Facebook, Twitter, and other platforms. Sample messages you can use are available here: Advocacy Messaging
We regularly organize collective calls to action such as Twitter storms and telethons. Sign up for our newsletter below to hear about the next one.
Join a Rally
The following website compiles information on rallies being held around the world: Global Rallies
We also post information on upcoming events on our Facebook page: Razom for Ukraine
Contact Us
If you’re a community leader or have advocacy expertise, reach out to the team at advocacy@razomforukraine.org.
Razom is building a prosperous Ukraine one project at a time.
https://razomforukraine.org
You can mail a check to 140 2nd. Ave., Suite 305, New York, NY, 10003
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In 2018 we’re planning to cover expenses for 30 teams (6 people per team) at Oblast STEM competitions.
Total Budget is $4500
Director, writer and cinematographer with three completed award-winning shorts as well as a feature documentary in post-production. After starting his filmmaker career at 2009, Ruslan brings his skills in project management, process analysis and systems models (received during obtaining MA in cybernetics 2003-2008) and applies them to the creative thinking and artistic thought-processes of film. He also holds BA in Film and Television directing (from the Kyiv National University of theatre, cinema and television by Karpenko-Karyi).
“A chance to participate in The Co-Pilot project it’s an amazing opportunity to help others and to tell the story that will engage and inspire people around the world”
We are gearing up for our 2017 Mission trip. It’ll be a 3-month adventure during which we plan to work with neurosurgeons from several centers from all around the country. Dr.Tomycz has also been invited to deliver an address at the annual Ukrainian Neurosurgery Conference 2017 in Kharkiv.
May 20: arrive in Kyiv, Ukraine
May 22-26: meet with area surgeons at participating centers
May 29- June 9: two week master class with Igor Kurilets MD at the International Neurosurgery Center
June 12-13: Visit to Medical Institute of Sumy State University
June 14-16: Ukrainian Neurosurgery Conference 2017 in Kharkiv
June 19-23: one week course and master class operating in complex spine and craniocervical with Ukrainian spinal surgeons and trainees from Romadanov Institute and International Neurosurgery Center
June 24-July 7: Come back to United States for two weeks
July 10-21: two week master class with Dr. Schlegov at the Neurovascular Institute
July 24-August 4: two week master class in pediatric neurosurgery with surgeons at Lviv Children’s Hospital
August 5-18: travel to out-lying centers of excellence (Stryii, Ivano-Frankivsk, Odesa)
August 21-31: operate with surgeons at Central Military Hospital and International Neurosurgery Center in Kyiv
September 15: leave Ukraine for United States
The best way to train surgeons is by providing hands-on mentorship and assistance in the operating room. One of the primary goals of the Co-Pilot Project is the continued recruitment of high quality surgeons from United States and Canada to spend time with Ukrainian counterparts, consulting on patients and performing procedures.
Surgical Mentors traveling to Ukraine
Not all of the healthcare volunteers will be able to travel to Ukraine but they still will play an important role from home. Utilizing contemporary technology, including live streaming of surgeries and communication via social media the medical support staff will advice and mentor Ukrainian neurosurgeons as they confront difficult cases.
Medical Support Staff
Advisory Staff
Since our exploratory trip in 2016 we have identified a cohort of motivated and talented surgeons who are hungry for additional instruction and eager for collaboration.
Dr. Luke Tomycz is the newest addition to the pediatric neurosurgical team at Dell Children’s Medical Center. Dr. Tomycz finished first in his high school class of over 200 students and attended Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge, MA where he double-majored in biology and chemical engineering. He accepted the prestigious Dean’s Full-Tuition Scholarship to attend medical school at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor where he first developed an interest in neurosurgery. After medical school, he began his formal neurosurgical training at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN where he trained under the late Noel Tulipan, MD, a pioneer in fetal neurosurgery for myelomeningocele. During his seven-year residency, he spent two years obtaining an in-folded fellowship in endovascular surgery, becoming proficient in the treatment of aneurysms, AVMs, Moya-Moya syndrome, and complex dural AV fistulae of adults and children. After this, Dr. Tomycz spent an additional year at Seattle Children’s Hospital performing a large volume of complex epilepsy surgery with Jeff Ojemann, MD. Following an exhaustive job search, Dr.Tomycz was attracted to Austin as the city was in the process of launching a new medical school at the University of Texas.
Dr. Tomycz specializes in all aspects of pediatric neurosurgery including brain tumors, epilepsy, Chiari malformation, tethered cord syndrome, CSF shunting, and intracranial endoscopy. As one of the only dual-trained, pediatric and endovascular neurosurgeons in the country, he is particularly interested in Moya-Moya, brain aneurysms and AVMs, arteriovenous fistulae, and other complex neurovascular disorders in children as well as adults. His research interests include the use of engineering innovations to improve treatments for hydrocephalus and he has published on a wide variety of neurosurgical topics. Outside the operating room, Dr. Tomycz enjoys playing guitar and hiking in the mountains. He has travelled extensively to perform neurosurgery and take part in short-term medical mission work – in Cuba, Kenya, Honduras, Ecuador, and Ukraine.
Dr. Tomycz grew up with four grandparents who told stories of their youth and taught their grandchildren the language of their homeland – Ukraine. His parents were both born in refugee camps following the second world war, and came to this country in the early 1950s with virtually nothing. His father excelled in academics and went into medicine, and both Luke and his brother Nestor followed suit, pursuing a career in neurosurgery. During a long period of study and training that lasted more than 15 years, Luke resolved to return to the homeland of his grandparents and provide the kind of high quality care that children receive in the United States.
In 2014 at the peak of protests in the Maidan, Mariya joined several fellow Ukrainians living in New York City to create Razom, a young, energetic, and progressive start-up which seeks to amplify the voice of Ukraine to an American audience. An active member of the board, she is responsible for organizing cultural events as well as cooperating with government representatives, activists, and various civic groups and human rights organizations in support of Ukraine’s quest for democracy.
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Mariya is also heavily involved with fundraising for Razom’s projects via crowdsourcing, charity events, and online petitions. After graduating from Penn State University with a BA in Advertising and Public Relations and a dual minor in Entrepreneurship and International Studies, Mariya spent over 5 years in Manhattan working within the content marketing industry. She believes in the enormous potential of dedicated volunteers around the world working to rebuild Ukraine one project at a time.
Mariana Magala was born in Lviv, Ukraine. She graduated from The University of Chicago in 2013 and holds a B.A. in Economics and Slavic Languages and Literature. Currently, Mariana is a Strategic Analytics Manager at Interline Brands (subsidiary of The Home Depot) in Jacksonville, Florida. She specializes in analytics, business strategy, and nonprofit development. Mariana was the co-chair of a pro-bono consulting group for nonprofits in Chicago for 3 years and is currently the treasurer for a young professionals group at MOSH (Museum of Science and History in Jacksonville).
Mariana joined Razom’s Neurosurgical initiative in 2016. She is very excited to collaborate with the team and develop the initiative into a highly successful program.
Sexual violence is a silent but very powerful weapon that inflicts fear on every member of society.![]()
For more than three months, russian aggressors commit horrible war crimes against women in Ukraine. russian soldiers are taking everything from their victims — their dignity, their voices, and their freedom.![]()
Join us this Sunday, June 19th at 1:30 pm at Dag Hammarskjold Plaza in NYC to speak up against the horrible acts of violence that are committed by russian occupants in Ukraine. ![]()
The only way to stop the aggressor is to fight back. Stand with Ukrainian women, give them back their voice, help Ukrainians fight and bring freedom back to Ukrainian land.![]()
Ladies, please wear a white outfit, covered in red paint, to make the message more powerful.![]()
In cooperation with Women for Ukraine and desiOsyka StudioStu#RazomforUkrainek#razomprotestr#razomadvocacyv#StandWithUkrainek#russiarapesa#SaveUkraineNowi#saveukrainianwomenn#helpukrainek#supportukrainek#RazomInformsn#stopwarrapeUKRapeUKR
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Keep up to date with the Razom Advocacy Team!![]()
Razom's Advocacy team will host Twitter spaces every Friday at 1:00 pm EST where you can learn about what's been done to support Ukraine through this brutal invasion and war, and what everyone can do next. ![]()
Find Razom on Twitter @ RazomForUkraine and catch last week's recording of Ukrainian Days in D.C. Twitter Space there! ![]()
Here'a a quick recap of Ukrainian Days activities last week:
Over a 2-day period, the Razom team split up to meet with over 20 Congressional Offices across both parties.
In those meetings they asked for the following:
That russia be designated as a state sponsor of terrorism
Increased sanctions on russian banks
Provide longer range artillery to save lives
Stop illegal child deportations
Increase USAID funding to Ukrainian organizations ![]()
It was great to meet up with different Ukrainian advocacy groups from around the country and spend time with those individuals working towards Ukrainian victory. Thank you to UNIS and UCCA for organizing such a successful 2022 Ukrainian Days in Washington DC! ![]()
#RazomforUkraine #razomadvocacy #razomdc #StandWithUkraine #ukrainiandays #SaveUkraineNow
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Keep up the great work! The Cactus and Tryzub team in Arizona is following your lead with our Congressional representatives. 🙏💪🏻🇺🇦 #CactusAndTryzub Oli Stokolosa Irene Amrine Olga Zaskalnaya Kate Phoenix
The Razom Advocacy Team was honored to have been present at last night's National Endowment for Democracy 2022 Democratic Award Ceremony honoring Ukrainian civil society.
The deserving Honorees included the Anti-Corruption Action Center, represented by Daria Kaleniuk; the Center for Civil Liberties, represented by Oleksandra Matviychuk; the Public Interest Journalism Lab, represented by Nataliya Gumenyuk; and the Ukrainian Volunteer Service, represented by Anna Bondarenko.
Excellent, as usual, opening remarks were made by Ambassador of Ukraine to the United States Oksana Markarova.
Congratulations to all and thank you to NED for the invitation to Razom!![]()
#RazomforUkraine #razomadvocacy #nedevents #razomdc
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Razom for Ukraine board members and co-founder Mariya Soroka went on Fox News this weekend to speak to the American people and thank them, Razom's supporters, and people all over the world for the strong, meaningful support of Ukraine.
Mariya also speaks about the support that is still needed to help Ukraine win the war and put a stop to the carnage inflicted upon Ukraine by russia.
Watch the segment here:
video.foxnews.com/v/6307306201112#sp=show-clips
And don't forget to contact your Congress members to tell them you'd like to see more support for Ukraine, as that's in the national security interests of the United States.
Find your Congress members here:
www.congress.gov/members/find-your-member![]()
#RazomforUkraine #razomadvocacy #SaveUkraineNow #supportukraine #StandWithUkraine #helpukraine #razomhelp #loveukraine
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Don't forget about what is happening in Ukraine: Ukrainian living in the US
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'The enemy is a lot weaker than we think,' says Mariya Soroka of the charity RazomForUkraine.org in an emotional heartfelt plea on 'Fox News Live.'Comment on Facebook
Maria, it is a great and inspiring speech! You are the great leader! Razom for Ukraine- keep your job and support for Ukraine!
That is good that she went on Fox. They have a few pro Russian and pro Putin hosts and guests that have repeated Russian talking points. Perhaps the people watching can embrace a different opinion and understand the situation better. Although doubtful since most of them are brainwashed
On February 24 at around 5:00 a.m. Kyiv time, Russia began to invade Ukraine on multiple fronts. Most intelligence estimates at the time claimed that Kyiv would fall in 96 hours. Experts openly speculated about the future of Ukraine as a country.![]()
June 3rd marks the 100th day of war. In that time, Ukraine has been able to hold on, winning the Battle of Kyiv, performing above expectations in other areas of combat and retaining its sovereignty. ![]()
Despite these successes, it would be foolish to celebrate the milestone of 100 days of war. ![]()
For the people of Ukraine, these past hundred days have been filled with suffering with no end in sight. Analysts are uncertain of where the war will go next. The news out of the Donbas region, where fighting remains intense, is incredibly grim. Russia continues to occupy much of Southern Ukraine. The Russian blockade of Ukrainian ports on the Black Sea has taken the world hostage in hunger. The stories emerging from settlements liberated from Russian control by Ukrainian armed forces are horrific; the very names Bucha and Irpin have already become synonymous with mass death and destruction. Recent reports have stated that Russia is committing genocide against the people of Ukraine. It is not clear what the next hundred days will bring, but the only certainty is that the unjust suffering of the Ukrainian people will continue. ![]()
In these past 100 days, the United States has stepped up its support for its fellow democratic nation. It has sent financial aid and provided Ukraine with weapons to defend itself, most recently HIMARS systems. Along with government assistance, individuals have come together to assist Ukrainians through the war. In the early days of war, Americans rented out AirBNBs from Ukrainian hosts in order to provide them with some quick cash. A fundraiser in Louisiana raised over $8000, allowing for residents of a nursing home in the Donbas to be evacuated to safety. At Razom, we have raised money from childrens’ lemonade stands and tattoo parlors, from unique menu items at restaurants to Ukrainian dance classes. We have used the proceeds to purchase medical supplies, assist in evacuations, support local partners, and otherwise provide help. ![]()
The war is not yet over, however. Neither should our support for Ukraine be. ![]()
In the next 100 days, we as ordinary Americans can and should continue to provide assistance. We can continue to hold fundraisers or support already existing ones to help financially. We can call our representatives on Capitol Hill when there is legislation on Ukraine, letting them know that the will of the American people is to continue standing with Ukraine. We can refuse to give into the narrative of appeasement that has appeared in some publications, and instead listen to the voices of Ukrainians. ![]()
Most importantly, we cannot allow for fatigue at the news to set in. The Ukrainians currently suffering in their country do not have a choice to turn off the TV or focus on anything else. We can share information about what is going on and continue keeping the narrative with them. ![]()
The people of Ukraine are refusing to give up the fight for their existence. The least we can do is refuse to give up on them. ![]()
Written by Razom volunteer Allegra Hill.![]()
Read the full statement and the sources here: www.razomforukraine.org/statement-from-razom-advocacy-team-on-100-days-of-the-invas#RazomforUkrainek#razomadvocacyv#SaveUkraineNowi#StandWithUkrainek#supportukrainek#togetherweareukrainekraine
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Thank you for your support!
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Register now for “Ukrainian Days”!![]()
The firs#supportukrainepportUkraine “Ukrainian Days” advocacy fete since the pandemic will be held on Thursday and Friday, June 9-10, 2022 in Washington, DC. ![]()
Sponsored by the Ukrainian National Information Service (UNIS), the Washington, DC public affairs bureau of the Ukrainian Congress Committee of America (UCCA), this advocacy event remains a very important endeavor for the Ukrainian American community especially given the urgent support needed for Ukraine to defend its territory against invading russian forces. ![]()
Come to Washington DC and advance our community’s concerns in Washington and meet your Members of Congress!![]()
Link to register: fpls.in#RazomforUkrainee#razomadvocacyR#SaveUkraineNow##supportukraineS#StandWithUkrainepportUkraine #StandWithUkraine
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It says quota is reached 😞
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