Women's Assn for the Defense of Four Freedoms for Ukraine/A. Horska Branch

Women's Assn for the Defense of Four Freedoms for Ukraine/A. Horska Branch An organization of women of Ukrainian descent whose activities are motivated for the ultimate benefit of our country of heritage - Ukraine

In 1967, Ukrainian political activist, Ulana Celewycz-Steciuk founded the Women's Association for the Defense of Four Freedoms for Ukraine (WADFFU). It was headquartered in New York. Its mission - supporting Ukraine in her struggle to gain independence from the Communist stronghold of the Soviet Union and to defend four basic freedoms: freedom of speech, freedom of religion, freedom from fear and

freedom from want. To help achieve this goal, they raised awareness of the plight of Ukrainian citizens on their own soil. In the fall of 1967, the Oksana Meshko branch was firmly planted in Chicago by Mrs. Celewycz and 30 devoted women. Their daughters as well as other young girls of Ukrainian descent watched and learned as WADFFU took on political and cultural activities for the benefit of their homeland by disseminating information about their beloved Ukraine to all of America and beyond. On June 5, 1984, these same girls, who were now young women with their own families, formed a new branch of WADFFU. Twenty-five dedicated, educated and professional young women began their important work. They chose their name in memory of Alla Horska, a devoted Ukrainian activist and artist who was murdered by the Soviet regime because of her battle against the injustices in her beloved homeland. The Alla Horska branch has focused their work on supporting Ukraine in her fledgling years of independence and continues their philanthropic work. Notable past events include: "Wheelchairs for Ukraine" for the United Ukrainian American Relief Committee (UUARC), raising over $25,000 for children and adults with disabilities in Ukraine; "One Heart to Another" for the "Gift of Life" program under the auspices of the Ukrainian American Freedom Foundation, resulting in over $32,000 for children's hear surgeries in Ukraine; "Ukrainian Woman - Guardian of the Nation" focusing on important Ukrainian women in history, with proceeds going to "Adopt a Grandparent" program in Ukraine run by UUARC; various clothing drives for disadvantaged children Ukrainians around the world; "500 Heroines of Kingir," funding and coordinating the renovation of the Kingir monument on the grounds of CYM oselia in Baraboo, WI. There is also time set aside for fun or educational events like BINGO Sundays, art exhibits, Ukrainian cooking/torte classes and "Mind, Body and Soul" - Wellness Day for Women. The Alla Horska branch has worked tirelessly during its 30 years of existence and continues to grow in it's responsibilities and efforts.

Вітаємо Головну Управу, всі відділів та всіх наших членкинь з Христовим Воскресінням! Бажаємо Вам щастя, міцного здоровʼ...
04/12/2026

Вітаємо Головну Управу, всі відділів та всіх наших членкинь з Христовим Воскресінням!
Бажаємо Вам щастя, міцного здоровʼя та миру наші Україні!
Христос Воскрес! Воістину Воскрес!

04/05/2026
Вітаємо Головну Управу, всі відділів та всіх наших членкинь з Різдвом Христовим! Бажаємо Вам щастя, міцного здоровʼя та ...
12/25/2025

Вітаємо Головну Управу, всі відділів та всіх наших членкинь з Різдвом Христовим!
Бажаємо Вам щастя, міцного здоровʼя та миру наші Україні!
Христос Раждається! Славіте Його!

Our viddil hosted a forum today “The End of an Empire” - we thank the committee who was involved in organizing the event...
12/07/2025

Our viddil hosted a forum today “The End of an Empire” - we thank the committee who was involved in organizing the event, the speakers and all who attended.

12/07/2025
An urgent Call to action!! With the latest news on the peace plan drafted by President Trump - we urge our whole Ukraini...
11/22/2025

An urgent Call to action!! With the latest news on the peace plan drafted by President Trump - we urge our whole Ukrainian community to join in taking a stand this Sunday 11/23 at 2 pm at Wrigley Building.

Occupation is not peace but another form of war
SUNDAY November 23rd 2:00PM

We invite all our members and community to commemorate the over 10 million victims of the Holodomor of 1933-1933. This y...
11/18/2025

We invite all our members and community to commemorate the over 10 million victims of the Holodomor of 1933-1933. This year the requiem/panachyda will be at Holy Name cathedral this Sunday, 11/23 at 4 pm.
Вічная памʼять!

Our Viddil along with CYM and ODFFU Chicago in partnership with American Friends of the Anti-Imperial Bloc of Nations (A...
11/03/2025

Our Viddil along with CYM and ODFFU Chicago in partnership with American Friends of the Anti-Imperial Bloc of Nations (AF-ABN) are hosting an important multi-ethnic conference entitled “The End of an Empire”.

The conference will be held on December 7th 2025 at the American Ukrainian Youth Association in Chicago. Speakers from across the United States include representatives from various ethnic organizations and entities.

Please attend the Conference. Register by November 21st, 2025. Information is attached.

Chicago CYM Oseredok
Ukrainian Congress Committee of America, Illinois Division
Hromovytsia Ukrainian Dance Ensemble of Chicago
CYM XOP - CHICAGO
Consulate General of Ukraine in Chicago
CYM (AUYA) Palatine
UAV Post 32 Chicago

Our viddil just had our zahalni zbory - it was nice to see our chlenkyni in our vyshyvky - though some were unable to at...
03/29/2025

Our viddil just had our zahalni zbory - it was nice to see our chlenkyni in our vyshyvky - though some were unable to attend. We wish the new Uprava and Holova pod. Marijka Krutiak a prosperous new year!

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