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Advocacy<\/h1>\n

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Since 1977, UCCA has maintained a permanent Washington, D.C.-based bureau, the Ukrainian National Information Service (UNIS)<\/strong>, to assist Ukrainian Americans from across the country in meeting with their elected representatives.<\/p>\n

In addition to maintaining our relationships with the bipartisan Congressional Ukrainian Caucus<\/strong> in the House of Representatives and the bipartisan Senate Ukraine Caucus<\/strong>, the UNIS office sends out regular ACTION ALERTS<\/strong> to our membership, informing our grassroots activists of the latest initiatives affecting our community.<\/p>\n

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UCCA advocates for democracy and human rights in Ukraine by promoting U.S. support for Ukraine\u2019s sovereignty and territorial integrity, as well as advocating for the promotion of democratic and judicial reforms.<\/p>\n

UCCA also supports the protection of human rights and the rule of law in Ukraine, including the fight against corruption, discrimination, and impunity.<\/p>\n

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UCCA advocates for the protection and promotion of the Ukrainian American community\u2019s interests and values by working to ensure that Ukrainian Americans are adequately represented in U.S. government policy and decision-making processes.<\/p>\n

UCCA also advocates for policies that support the preservation of Ukrainian American culture, language, and heritage, as well as the recognition of the Holodomor as an act of genocide against the Ukrainian people.<\/p>\n

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Loyally cooperate with government authorities in their policies for the common good<\/p>\n

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Establish a network of contacts throughout the country to assist in coordinating and corresponding with civic and religious organizations and institutions.<\/p>\n

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Publish relevant materials including press releases, journals, books, etc.<\/p>\n

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Conduct an annual appeal for the Ukrainian National Fund (UNF).<\/p>\n

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