Ukrainian Women’s Diaspora Mobilizes in Lisbon for Post-Conflict Reconstruction
More than 100 Ukrainian women from 23 countries convened in Lisbon for a conference focused on Ukraine's reconstruction, preserving Ukrainian identity, and fighting disinformation. These women's organizations abroad have played an increasing role in supporting their country since the Russian invasion began.
James Okonkwo
October 3, 2026 · 1 min read
BriefPublished (Dubai time, UTC+4) · event date: 2026-10-02
More than 100 Ukrainian women from 23 countries gathered in Lisbon, Portugal, for a conference dedicated to the reconstruction of Ukraine, reports RFI on Thursday.
The meeting also aims to preserve Ukrainian identity and combat disinformation, the same source emphasizes.
Since the beginning of the Russian invasion, Ukrainian women’s organizations abroad have taken on an increasingly significant role in providing aid to their country, adds RFI.
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