Commemorating the Victims of the Holodomor in Ukraine and the Famine in Moldova
Lighting a candle in remembrance
The National Congress of Ukrainians of Moldova invites the public to join a commemorative event at the Ukrainian House in Chisinau on 26 November 2026, dedicated to honouring the victims of the Holodomor of 1932–1933 in Ukraine and the famine of 1946–1947 in Moldova.
These two tragedies left a profound mark on the history of both nations. The memories of those who suffered and lost their lives, together with personal testimonies and family stories, have been passed down through generations, preserving the historical memory of these events. In 2026, Moldova marks 80 years since the beginning of the 1946–1947 famine.
During the event, participants will light candles at the “Wall of Remembrance”, observe a minute of silence and join in a prayer in memory of the victims. Each participant will also be invited to take a symbolic apple, representing the food that people were deprived of during the famine and serving as a reminder of the value of human life.
The programme will include:
- Opening remarks and addresses by invited guests;
- A minute of silence and a collective prayer in memory of the victims;
- A poetry reading by Valeriia Svintkovska;
- A candle-lighting ceremony at the “Wall of Remembrance”, accompanied by violin music;
- The outdoor photographic exhibition “The Uncondemned Genocide of Ukrainians Repeats Again and Again”, presented in the courtyard of the Ukrainian House;
- The historical photographic exhibition “Photographic Memories of Alexander Wienerberger”, featuring unique photographs taken in Kharkiv during the Holodomor of 1933.
The event is organised by the National Congress of Ukrainians of Moldova in partnership with the Embassy of Ukraine in the Republic of Moldova.
The public is invited to join this commemorative gathering to honour the victims, reflect on the historical tragedies experienced by both nations, and contribute to preserving and transmitting their memory to future generations.
📅 Date: 26 November 2026
🕒Time: 16:00
📍Venue: Ukrainian House, 6 Zamfir Arbore Street, Chisinau
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