Our City is home to over 120,000 people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. It is a place where everyone can feel safe and supported.
Council endorsed a resolution to recognise our Ukrainian population and extend our support to these families in light of current world events.
Councillors Sarah McGrath and Tolley Wasylenko shared the following statement:
"The City of Charles Sturt is home to many different peoples from many different countries. Tonight we echo the sentiments of the Ukrainian community, holding space in our hearts and sending love and prayers for a peaceful resolution to the current situation in Ukraine.
“We stand alongside the Australian-Ukrainian community in supporting the bravery of every son, daughter, mother, father, sister, brother, aunt, uncle and grandparent facing this horrendous situation in Ukraine.
“Our thoughts are with those who have family and friends in Ukraine, may they overcome and be victorious so they can see and hug them again.”
For more information on how you can assist and donate in real ways for Ukrainians who are soon arriving in Adelaide, please visit the Help Ukrainians Australia website.
The Australian Government has also created an online registration portal for families affected by the conflict.
Registration enables consular services to assist with the safety and wellbeing of those abroad and allows individuals or families to be located and contacted by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).
All of our libraries and community centres have computers available for public use for those wishing to access this portal. Our staff on-site can also assist with accessing this technology.
YMCA Ukraine Emegency Appeal
YMCA South Australia are also coordinating an Emergency Appeal to assist their teams in the the region as they respond to the immediate needs of affected communities.
YMCA is integrated closely with local communities around the world, including here in our City at the St Clair Recreation Centre. YMCA South Australia will contribute $15,000 of their own funds to match donations received from staff, partners and the public who would like to support this worthy cause.
Ukraine Crisis Appeal
The appeal serves to meet immediate lifesaving needs of the crisis-affected civilian population in Ukraine and provide recovery assistance as soon as feasible to save and preserve lives, ease suffering and promote self-sufficiency.
Help Ukrainians Australia
Help Ukrainians Australia is the hub for helping displaced Ukrainians arriving in Adelaide with broken hearts and a suitcase.
Create a safe place for them to land by registering your pledge and the team will action your offer to help. If you’re not based in South Australia, the team will connect you with the Australian Federation of Ukrainians who will assist you so that you gain purpose and meaning from your donation.
The Association of Ukrainians in South Australia is also working to aid displaced Ukrainians in our state.
Information on how you can get involved in their campaigns can be found below.