Ukrainian National Women’s League of America
About Ukrainian National Women’s League of America
Since its establishment in 1925, the Ukrainian National Women's League of America has served as the longest-running and largest Ukrainian women's organization in the United States, rooted in New York, NY. Founded by five Ukrainian women's associations that came together with a vision to inform the free world about Ukraine, spiritually and materially support the homeland, and preserve Ukrainian national identity, the UNWLA has maintained an unwavering commitment to its founding principles for nearly a century. The organization unites women of Ukrainian descent and affiliation through service, friendship, and dedication, creating a powerful network of community members committed to shared values and mutual support. Throughout its storied history, the UNWLA has been instrumental in major humanitarian efforts—from providing aid to flood victims in Ukraine during the 1920s to establishing the Chornobyl Children's Fund in 1986 and continuing emergency relief efforts for Ukrainians worldwide. The organization's deep community roots are evident in its co-founding of significant institutions including the World Federation of Ukrainian Women's Organizations, the World Congress of Free Ukrainians, and its role in establishing the Museum of Ukrainian Folk Art in New York City. Today, the UNWLA continues its legacy through its four pillars of work: advocating for Ukrainian interests, educating communities about Ukrainian culture and history, cultivating artistic and cultural expression, and providing compassionate humanitarian care. As a member of the National Council of Women and the General Federation of Women's Clubs, the UNWLA bridges local Ukrainian communities with international women's movements, embodying a century-long tradition of sisterhood, resilience, and service.