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One of our most important functions is to add to our organization those who have recently arrived from Ukraine, Poland and other parts of the world. We must try to find a common language with them, to unite their interests and needs with ours. Our programs in the past have broadened our knowledge in many different areas of Ukrainian history, art and culture. They informed about contemporary problems, nurtured feelings of Ukrainian uniqueness and love and pride in being a part of the Ukrainian people, a part of this organization, without paying much attention to which generation one belonged. It is these programs which unite us and enable us to demonstrate our abilities. It is the gist of these undertakings which we must pass on to the English speaking members and to the younger generation which will become interested in our work. Let us also remember some of the successful programs of the UNWLA in which our members are taking part and striving to achieve. The magazine Our Life is not only our calling card, but a powerful tool of influence and world outlook. The Scholarship programs of the UNWLA have enabled several generations of Ukrainians in Brazil, Poland and other parts of the world to gain an education. This action has now included aid to the children of Ukraine and will continue to grow. A demonstration of our selflessness was the collection for the flood victims in Zakarpattia. From reports of the Chair of the Social Welfare Committee we read of the spontaneous action by the Branches of the UN WLA. The desire to help others must remain with us for the future. The Ukrainian Museum in New York, our child, has unfortunately not found a suitable location and this troubles us. We will try to help, to the best of our ability, for a positive outcome. Ukraine is an independent country; we cannot speak on its behalf. This should in no way prevent us from continuing programs on an international scale to correct false statements and misinformation in the mass media. Ukraine is going through a great economic crisis because of which mostly women, children and the elderly are suffering. Journalist Faina Neiman, from the magazine Ochyma Zhinky (Through the Eyes of a Woman), writes about the important transitional period in Ukraine. She writes that "Ukraine has not yet died as our national anthem optimistically cites. But the country is seriously ill and can die soon if the status of women in our country remains unchanged." It is therefore, our obligation to be informed citizens of the U.S. and to follow those matters important to Ukraine and to us personally. It is imperative that we follow the voting records of our elected officials for this not only decides our fate, but influences the decisions made by the government of the U.S. as to international relations with Ukraine. The new millennium will bring us new tasks, new ideas, problems and needs. The programs of the UNWLA will encompass a wide variety of spheres of human life such as genetically engineered food and its consequences, pollution, etc. Our interests will become global because our planet has become a village. The problems which seem distant and of little concern shall become a reality. Changes will come imperceptibly and we will have to follow them carefully because they will demand swift reactions and adaptations to our lives. Here from Chicago, I call on the Ukrainian "hromada" in the U.S. and especially on you, honored guests, to support our programs and actions because we are working for the good of all Ukrainians wherever they may be. Researchers and intellectuals write that churches and women's organizations will survive the longest. In closing, I wish for a friendly working atmosphere and sincerely hope for your blessing and a united effort to reach our highest goals. We have always worked towards achieving these goals without the expectation of rewards. We are women, united by a common fate: we give life, nurture it and with daily tedious labors strengthen the future. In this lies our power. So help us God. Thank you for your attention. Translated by Hanusia Rohoza. НАШЕ ЖИТТЯ”, ЧЕРВЕНЬ 1999 15
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