20 Years of World Vyshyvanka Day — Join Us for the Celebration in Chisinau!
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The National Congress of Ukrainians of Moldova (NCUM) is a national-level public association established on May 6, 2021, with the purpose of representing the interests and consolidating the efforts of the Ukrainian community in the Republic of Moldova. The organization brings together ethnic Ukrainians, civil society actors, cultural organizations, community leaders, representatives of local public authorities, and networks of women and youth from across the country.NCUM functions as an umbrella platform for dialogue, coordination, and advocacy, aiming to ensure meaningful participation of Ukrainians in Moldova’s public, cultural, and socio-economic spheres. It engages with both governmental and international partners to address community needs and facilitate inclusive policy development.
NCUM’s mandate includes safeguarding the rights of persons belonging to the Ukrainian minority, supporting their social and civic integration, promoting Ukrainian language and culture, and strengthening institutional mechanisms for minority representation. NCUM actively participates in national consultative processes, contributes to the development of minority policy frameworks, and supports access to services, education, and employment for members of the Ukrainian community, including displaced persons from Ukraine.Since its establishment, NCUM has worked in coordination with national institutions, foreign embassies, international organizations, and civil society coalitions to support humanitarian assistance, cultural preservation, community mobilization, and refugee response in Moldova.
The vyshyvanka has long been more than just traditional clothing. Today, it is a symbol of memory, roots, dignity, and the connection between Ukrainians in different corners of the world. This year, we are celebrating the 20th anniversary of World Vyshyvanka Day—and we want to make this day warm, open, and truly vibrant.
This celebration brings together more than just Ukrainians. We’re happy to have Moldovan citizens join us, as our nations are united by a shared respect for traditions, family, culture, song, and national dress. Put on your vyshyvanka and join us.
Right in the heart of Chisinau, a celebration awaits you where you’re sure not to be left out.
Date: May 21
Start: 15:00
Square of the Maria Bieșu National Opera and Ballet Theater
Program:
• official opening ceremony
• fashion show of Ukrainian and Moldovan traditional costumes
• creative workshops for children
• songs in Ukrainian and Romanian
• parade with the flags of Ukraine and Moldova
If you love Ukrainian culture, music, and the artistry of Ukrainian craftsmen—come wearing a vyshyvanka, or put on an iia, the traditional Moldovan shirt. Join us as we walk through the center of Chisinau.
Whether in a vyshyvanka or an iia, we look forward to seeing you at the festival, which has been bringing people together through culture, warmth, and a sense of community for 20 years.
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