It’s an honor to announce a significant milestone in our journey. This year, we commemorate the tenth anniversary of the Transform Uzhhorod Alliance, a vibrant coalition of seven churches and twelve NGOs united by a shared vision to ensure that no one is invisible and everyone has access to food, freedom, and forgiveness.
Reflecting on the evolution of our alliance, 2023 was a year of pivotal transformations. We welcomed Marina Landro as our new chairwoman, whose leadership has already begun to shape our future endeavors. Additionally, we witnessed the birth of a sister alliance in Apostolove, Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. This new alliance mirrors our commitment to community transformation, encompassing five evangelical churches and four governmental departments, all working together towards common goals.
The growth of our mission has led us to a significant decision—the expansion of our reach demanded a new identity. Thus, we embarked on the journey to rebrand our NGO from Transform Uzhhorod to Transform Ukraine, a change that officially took place on March 5, 2024. This new name more accurately reflects the breadth of our impact across the nation.
We are thrilled to extend an invitation to all members and associates of the Transform Uzhhorod Alliance to join us for our Tenth Anniversary Celebration Dinner on April 10 at Connections Café. This special occasion will be a time to honor our achievements, to reflect on our shared history, and to look forward to the future that we are shaping together.
Moreover, we are excited to announce our first event under the new banner of Transform Apostolove, to be held in that city on April 19. The city-wide Family Financial Planning Conference will feature guest speakers Anatoliy Musiyenko and Vasyl Didichin. Musiyenko, the Ukraine director of Career Direct, brings a wealth of knowledge in financial and career guidance, while Didichin, a respected local businessman and the leader of a Christian private school in Uzhhorod, also heads financial clubs within our community. Together, they will provide invaluable insights into the prudent management of family finances, a topic of immense relevance and importance.