Ukrainians across the globe celebrated the 33rd Ukrainian Independence Day Aug. 24, including here in downtown West Palm Beach.

The Ukrainian Association of Florida hosted a Ukrainian Cultural Festival Saturday night, with the goal of reminding the local community what Ukrainians are fighting for amid the war in Russia. The organizers say it was also a way to show their gratitude to Americans.

Ukrainian Association of Florida has been live since 5 a.m. on August 21st, 2024, with T.A. Walker to talk about the Ukrainian Cultural Fest and the celebration of the Independence Day of Ukraine - on Saturday, August 24th, 2024.

On August 19th, 2024 Ukrainian Association Florida team accepted the proclamation for the Independence of Ukraine from Mayor Keith James and West Palm Beach City commissioners.

This document has great historical and symbolic significance at this challenging time when the Ukrainian nation is fighting fiercely to preserve its independence and sovereignty.

Art installations serve as visual representations of soldiers who died, and refugees who fled.

Thank you, Mayor James and the City of West Palm Beach for the proclamation of the Independence Day of Ukraine on August 24th, 2023.

In my capacity as the Associate Director of the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) for Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County, I’ve had the honor of addressing the Ukrainian-American community at rallies for Ukraine, organized by UA Florida. Federation values JCRC fostering connections across diverse communities, understanding that each interaction helps weave a tapestry of understanding and unity. This work not only promotes goodwill but also cultivates an enriching exchange of culture, ideas and mutual support. It is in this spirit that my engagement with the Ukrainian-American community in Palm Beach County takes on significance. It signifies the building of bridges between Jewish-Americans and Ukrainian-Americans—two communities with rich histories, united in the quest for peace and justice.

Rallies held in Palm Beach County after dam collapses in Ukraine.

The Ukrainian community of South Florida, went for a rally to draw the world's attention to the tragedy at the Kakhovka Dam.

People are asking the international community to intervene and save people trapped in the water on the left bank of the Kherson region.

A letter of Gratitude from Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, General Valerii Zaluzhnyi was presented to the Mayor of West Palm Beach expressing appreciation for his support and active stance in the face of Russia's aggression.

Ukrainians living in South Florida come together to reflect on one year of the war in Ukraine.

США – найбільш віддалена від України держава. Тут спостерігають за війною з екранів ТВ, комп’ютерів і ґаджетів, але при цьому допомагають країні, яка потерпає від жорстокої війни, найбільше. Не останню роль у цьому відіграють наші співвітчизники, які потрапили до Штатів ще до війни. Ті люди, які лишаються патріотами України.

Ми поспілкувалися із засновниками волонтерської організації UA Florida – подружжям Дмитром і Наталією Божко та Антоном Гриценком, які буквально з перших часів повномасштабного вторгнення рф допомагають рідній країні.

Ukrainians, spouses, children, and allies got together at Old School Square to remind people in South Florida of the death and destruction overseas.

The last several weekends a group has gathered in Delray Beach to show support for Ukraine.

The Ukrainian community and supporters in Palm Beach County are continuing to show solidarity with loved ones overseas.

Anton Grytsenko, who lives in Boca Raton, gathered allies for a rally in solidarity with Ukraine.