10.03.2022
Regional Assembly of Oulu Region provides humanitarian aid to Ukraine
Ukraine is at war because of Russia's invasion of the country. Ukraine has made an international appeal to support the country and its citizens in the face of the massive humanitarian emergency caused by the military actions. Many stakeholders, including the State of Finland, as well as several cities and municipalities, have already made support decisions to help Ukraine. The Regional Assembly of Finnish Local and Regional Authorities also encourages municipalities and regional The Regional Assemblys to support Ukraine's twin municipalities and local government, if possible, through reliable bodies.
For its part, the Regional Assembly of Oulu Region wants to help Ukrainians in the midst of the humanitarian crisis caused by the military actions. On Monday 14 March, the Government of Northern Ostrobothnia will decide on the provision of humanitarian aid to Ukraine through a relief organisation decided by the Government of Northern Ostrobothnia.
The the Board of the Regional Assembly hopes that the municipalities of the region will participate in supporting organisations operating in Ukraine, such as UNICEF, the Red Cross or Save the Children.
– The war in Ukraine has created a humanitarian emergency and assistance to those in the midst of the war is now important. Help is needed throughout Ukraine. Northern Ostrobothnia has a common desire to help and show support for Ukrainians. We are deeply affected by the distress of the Ukrainian people," says Jussi Ylitalo, Chairman of the Regional Board of Northern Ostrobothnia.
Additional information: Jussi Ylitalo, President of the the Board of the Regional Assembly, tel. +358 45 160 6466
