The Holodomor in Ukraine is a tragedy that cannot be forgotten
The Holodomor in Ukraine is a tragedy that cannot be forgotten I think it is truly valuable and noble to find words that promote understanding and unity, especially in our time. My approach is diplomatic, and the article is not only interesting, but also socially significant. Recently, one of the architectural masterpieces of Brooklyn, St. Brendan's Catholic Church, hosted a lecture by the famous Ukrainian historian Professor Volodymyr Sergiychuk, who came from Ukraine. The lecture was devoted to a tragic page in the history of Ukraine - the Holodomor, and after the Sunday service, parishioners who wanted to better understand and comprehend the historical lessons listened to the professor with interest. It is worth noting that among the Jews, I heard memories that grandmothers and mothers told about the events in Ukraine at the beginning of the last century. These terrible events were pogroms and the Holodomor. These are the issues I discussed with the professor, and I was interested in his professional opinion. I will publish the interview a little later on my YouTube Lagunova News. Volodymyr Sergiychuk is a distinguished historian and researcher who has dedicated his work to understanding Ukrainian history. Before meeting him, I read about his research online. The Holodomor, a mass famine that claimed millions of lives, was an act of genocide deliberately orchestrated by the Soviet leadership led by Joseph Stalin to suppress Ukrainian national resistance and destroy the independent peasantry. The main cause of the Holodomor was the collectivization policy imposed by the Soviet Union in the late 1920s and early 1930s. Ukrainian peasants were forced to join collective farms, while their land, livestock, and farm tools were confiscated. Any resistance was brutally suppressed - active peasants were labeled "kulaks" and sent to camps. In 1932, the central government introduced unbearable grain procurement quotas for Ukraine. Security brigades confiscated not only grain, but also other food supplies, depriving peasants of their livelihoods. Any attempt to hide food was declared a crime, and people were arrested and shot for collecting the remaining ears of grain in the fields. According to various estimates, up to 10 million people died from hunger, based on the lectures of Professor Volodymyr Sergiychuk. Eight examinations were conducted. This theme is a reminder of the value of human life. Probably, it is necessary to talk about the events that took place in Ukraine, especially to Ukrainian youth who are growing up abroad. In the near future, I plan to publish an interview with the professor. At the event, I met Veronika Tsiko, a young woman who was born in Lviv and has lived in New York for 10 years. Despite her young age, she has managed to achieve a lot: now she is a law school student, an activist studying women's rights, and a paralegal of the famous lawyer Eva Rakhamimova. Veronica worked on the study with a gender policy expert and continues her research and work in the field of social justice. Her work and publications on social justice and gender rights have already earned her recognition among professionals in the field. Veronica said that together with her American scientific supervisor she studies how to help women who have encountered difficulties, studies issues of discrimination, sexual violence and social adaptation. Her work is aimed at attracting the attention of the world community to these important issues. These studies are important for modern American society. I would like to note that the event was given special warmth by the church's archpriest Roman Malarchuk, who had previously worked in Kazakhstan. He prayed for the soldiers and all those who remained in Ukraine. His heartfelt voice and sincere words touched the hearts of those gathered, including mine. Prayer, as I wrote in one of my previous articles, can be a form of meditation. In today's stress-filled, tense times, such moments of spiritual communication are vital. Meeting people like Professor Vladimir Sergiychuk and Veronica Tsiko is inspiring. They remind us how important it is to remember the past in order to build a better future. The world is currently a taut string, and events like these give hope and unite people, reminding us that even in the most difficult times, beauty, prayer and sincere conversations can become a source of strength. I would like to thank the President of the Association of People from Ukraine, Pavel Makovsky, for organizing the meeting. Marina Lagunova
Date Added: 01/25/2025 |
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Silk Road Festival in New York - a triumph of culture and unity For several years now, like many others, I have been looking forward to the Silk Road Festival with particular anticipation. It is organized by a tireless, bright female leader, an outstanding teacher, Alena Badalova, who heads the My Way children's cultural and educational center. This is not just an event - it is a real spiritual holiday that promotes mutual enrichment, spiritual unity and reveals the dazzling palette of cultures of our multinational New York - a beacon of multiculturalism and creativity. The festival reflects the essence of My Way Center's mission - to provide an opportunity for self-expression, creativity, intercultural dialogue - and is a beacon of humanism, respect and cooperation. Despite the serious challenges that preceded the festival, it still took place with triumph. Several months before the event, a building next to the center caught fire, classes were cancelled, and one of the invited groups from California got into a car accident and ended up in the hospital. However, having overcome all the difficulties, the artists took to the stage and amazed the audience with their heartfelt number dedicated to Azerbaijan, causing a storm of applause at the Oceana Theatre. And against all odds, on June 1, 2025, Center My Way organized a grand festival "Silk Road", which became a real ode to the historical and cultural greatness of the ancient trade route that connected East and West, and the route served for centuries for exchange - not only of goods, but also of ideas, art, beliefs, philosophy. An impressive mosaic of national cultures unfolded on the theater stage. Cultural gems from countries such as Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kalmykia, Buryatia, India, Mongolia, Turkey and others were presented - all those whose history is intertwined with the history of the legendary Silk Road. Showing mutual respect and pride in their heritage, the festival encourages the younger generation to explore the world through the lens of art, history and universal human values. I would like to express special gratitude to the director Alena Badalova and the art director, the famous artist and sculptor Emin Guliyev. Their inexhaustible energy, professionalism and love for children fill this project with life. The creativity and success of the students of Emin Guliyev's art studio have been followed with admiration on social networks for many years. Together with dedicated employees, volunteers and leaders of musical and dance groups, they created a truly magical atmosphere, giving children a chance to perform on the professional stage of the American theater Oceana. I would also like to mention many other leaders of musical groups. These are professional dancers, ballerinas and just beauties, for example, Irina, the head of Irina Dancing Studia and others, from whom it was impossible to take your eyes off. And the way the children performed, there are simply no words! And can you imagine what it is like to bring dozens of child dancers on stage who danced together with professionals? Many children have grown up before my eyes, and I rejoice in their successes as in the victories of my child. I often see the performance of children from the My Way center at various events in the city, and this is always the highlight of the event. And it is not surprising that the efforts of Alena Badalova and the center's staff were recognized with honorary certificates and gratitude from public and political figures: from Assemblymen William Colton, Alec Brooke-Krasny, Senator Stephen Chen, which was presented by the Senator's chief adviser Ari Kagan, on behalf of the Mayor of New York Eric L. Adams, which was presented by the Assistant Commissioner for the Department of Arts and Culture of New York Kendal Henry, and from other government representatives who honored the organizers for their contribution to the development of culture and the education of the younger generation - and, believe me, each certificate is recognition of service to people. Also, the famous lawyer Eva Rakhamimova was awarded an honorary certificate for charitable activities, and it is worth noting that many city events took place thanks to her support. In an interview, Alena Badalova said: “I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to the New York City Department of Cultural Afairs in partnership with the City Council, the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and New York State Legislature, New York City Mayor Eric L. Adams, The State Committee on Work with Diaspora of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Permanent Mission of Azerbaijan to the United Nations, Diana Bagrationi Foundation, Buryad Mongol United Association, Darina Sanzhieva, Law Office of Yeva Rakhamimov and Oceana Theater. It is their generous support and grant that have made this event possible, enabling us to continue this cherished tradition." Marina Lagunova
