Yuriy Lysenko

Representative for Ukraine’s Parliamentary Commissioner for Human Rights in the UK | Advocate for stronger relations 🇺🇦🇬🇧 | Partner @SterlingLawUK

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Merry Christmas!

As the first star lights the sky, may your home be filled with peace, love, and hope.

This Christmas, we pray for our loved ones, our defenders, and for Ukraine.

Wishing you warmth, unity, and faith in brighter days.

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📸 On #HumanRightsDay in London, we attended a photo exhibition on the war in Ukraine. 📷 The discussion focused on Ukrainian children deported by Russia and their families’ fight to bring them home.

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Ukrainians in the UK continue to live, work, study - and believe in their future.
Let’s stand for their rights.
Let’s stand for each other.

#HumanRightsDay #Ukraine #StandWithUkraine #RefugeesWelcome #UKHumanRights

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Today marks 77 years since the Universal Declaration of Human Rights was adopted.

Did you know?
Its first article was written by a Ukrainian — Volodymyr Koretskyi, a lawyer and diplomat.

🕊️ “All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.”

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In times of war and displacement, these words hit differently.
They remind us:
➡️ Human rights must be protected - everywhere.
➡️ Dignity must be honoured - always.

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The UK, Germany and France stand united in their support for Ukraine
London’s warm welcome for President Zelenskyy shows that security and human rights remain core democratic priorities
A clear signal to all Ukrainians fighting for their freedom https://t.co/9XDRHijpZZ

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Grateful to be part of this space and to give voice to the Ukrainian community in the UK.

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🇮🇪 Honoured to attend the 3rd Conservative European Diplomatic Reception at the Embassy of Ireland in London, hosted by H.E. Ambassador Martin Fraser, alongside The Rt Hon Amber Rudd and Councillor Max Austin.

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🇺🇦 Ukraine was powerfully represented — not only in conversation, but through culture, with a stunning performance by Ukrainian ensemble DZVIN, celebrating our heritage through music and tradition.

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Expanding aid programs for the Ukrainian community.

Strengthening 🇬🇧🤝🇺🇦 cooperation in human rights.

Grateful for Lord Murray's solidarity with Ukraine and his recognition of the nation's courage in defending freedom and democracy!

#HumanRightsDay #StandWithUkraine

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🇺🇦 Met with Lord Simon Murray, UK Shadow Minister for Immigration, during Human Rights Day events in the British Parliament.

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We discussed:

Protecting rights of displaced Ukrainians in the UK.

Supporting vulnerable groups: children, the elderly, and people with disabilities.

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This support event is a reminder of the power of community in helping Ukrainians navigate life in the UK.

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🇬🇧 On November 12th, I had the privilege of offering free consultations for the Ukrainian community at the Ukrainian Welcome Center in London. Alongside partners from the Ukrainian Catholic Church, we provided guidance on immigration, human rights, and business matters.

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💼 Grateful to collaborate with Oleksandr Grushestkyi from Faros Capital Ltd, who shared insights on taxes and accounting, and my colleagues Halyna Semchak and Tetiana Deren, who explained the latest on sponsorship visas and other key immigration issues.

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We also thank Ksenia Yaremych, co-organizer of this event.

Also presented: the powerful artbook "Cryones," sharing 15 stories & artworks by children impacted by war. Together, we can protect their future and seek justice. #StandWithUkraine

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Support for Ukrainian children in the UK: A vital panel discussion took place at the Houses of Parliament with the Ukrainian Ombudsman’s representative, organized by UK Friends of Ukraine, Gen.Ukrainian, and the Ukraine APPG.

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Experts highlighted the urgent need to support the mental health of war-affected children and ensure justice. Special thanks to MPs Alex Sobel & Cat Eccles for moderating, and to Baroness Helena Kennedy KC for joining.

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Speakers included The Rt Hon James Cartledge MP, Shadow Defence Secretary, and The Rt Hon Tom Tugendhat MBE VR MP, Shadow Security Minister. Many thanks to The Rt Hon Sir John Whittingdale OBE MP and CFU CEO Maria Tymofienko for their leadership and partnership.

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At the 2024 Conservative Party Conference, the Conservative Friends of Ukraine reception highlighted strong support for Ukraine. The UK continues to be at the forefront of the defence of Ukraine and Europe.