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XXXIІI Конвенція СУА 145 Since our last UNWLA Convention held virtually via Zoom in June 2021, there has been a reshuffling of Branches-at-Large East for geographical reasons. Branches-at-Large East now includes Branch 14 of Atlanta, Georgia, Branch 17 of Miami, Florida, Branch 56 of North Port, Florida, Branch 78 of Washington DC, Branch 97 of Buffalo, New York, Branch 120 of Rochester, New York, Branch 124 of St. Petersburg, Florida, Branch 136 of Naples, Florida, and Branch 145 of Binghamton, New York. Meetings via Zoom were held twice a year between September and May with good participation of all Branch Presidents or Vice Presidents. Emails were sent out regularly to apprise Branches of new UNWLA initiatives, campaigns, and important news. Most Branches have been active in focusing on some, if not all areas of the UNWLA goals of Advocacy, Education, Culture, and Care. The majority of our Branches support our UNWLA Scholarship Program by financially sponsoring students for higher education. UNWLA National President Natalie Pawlenko was a witness to these various activities since she visited these Branches in 2023. In 2023, Branch 17 of Miami celebrated their 70th anniversary and Branch 97 of Buffalo celebrated their 55th anniversary. Certain Branches, such as Atlanta and Washington DC, have experienced some difficulty as membership and participation has dwindled for various reasons. We encourage young women living in these areas to consider joining and revitalizing these Branches! Florida: Branch 17 of Miami has been very active in the field of culture, and continues to raise funds for humanitarian aid for Ukraine. The North Port Branch continues to be one the largest Branches within the UNWLA. They have been a stellar example for many of the other Branches in Florida. They continue to excel in all areas of our organization’s missions! The St. Petersburg Branch has been active for more than 20 years, focusing on all aspects of our UNWLA goals. They are especially busy with hosting and accommodating physicians and other health care providers from Ukraine to work and train with their American counterparts. Their membership keeps growing. Branch 136 of Naples also continues to grow. Since the Branch’s inception in 2014, they now have 54 members with three members having dual membership. They are especially active in culture and social welfare. Their library exhibits and pysanka workshops are a highlight of the spring months in Southwest Florida. They have established a good rapport with local media being featured in many print articles and on local television. New York: Branch 97 of Buffalo continues to focus on culture and social welfare. Unfortunately, they have lost many active members due to ill health and old age. They continue to encourage younger women to join their ranks and keep the Branch alive and well. Branch 120 of Rochester has been revitalized these past several years due to some young, energetic, and innovative Ukrainian women. Their now annual fashion show is considered a “must go” social event in Rochester raising thousands of dollars for humanitarian aid to Ukraine. Branch 145 of Binghamton, New York, was chartered as a new Branch although the Branch had once existed for many years before disbanding. The new president, Christine Charuk, is the daughter of one of the past original members. This Branch is very active in advocating for Ukraine and our organization. This is a young and vibrant group of ladies who once again are exposing the local community to Ukrainian culture and traditions while raising funds for humanitarian aid. It has been a pleasure serving as the Liaison for Branches-at-Large East these past few years. Meeting and working with this fantastic group of talented and enthusiastic Ukrainian women has been a wonderful and memorable experience. СЛАВА УКРАЇНІ! NATALIE A. SANTARSIERO, LIAISON BRANCHES-AT-LARGE EAST
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