Chornobyl materials, video available to community


WASHINGTON - Chornobyl Challenge '96 reports that draft proclamations and other materials concerning Chornobyl to be used in local communities are available at the Ukrainian National Information Service (UNIS) in Washington, (202) 547-0018. Substantial materials also can be obtained from the Chornobyl Challenge '96 office, (201) 376-5140.

Additionally, a 25-minute, English-language documentary about Chornobyl is available at the national offices of the UCCA, 203 Second Ave., New York, NY 10003, and the UACC, 142 Second Ave., New York, NY 10003, at a cost of $25. Chornobyl Challenge '96 urges Ukrainian Americans to contact their local TV stations, especially public education and cable stations, and encourage them to air the program.

Due to the overwhelming costs associated with the national commemorations, Chornobyl Challenge '96 appeals to the community for its generous support. The National Committee of Chornobyl Challenge '96 assures the community that the main focus of fund raising will be to help the victims of Chornobyl. Donations may be sent to: Chornobyl Challenge '96, c/o Self Reliance (NY) FCU, 108 Second Ave., New York, NY 10003; Self Reliance Federal Credit Union, 2351 W. Chicago Ave., Chicago, IL 60622; or First Security Federal Savings Bank, 936 North Western Ave., Chicago, IL 60622. All donations are tax-deductible.


Copyright © The Ukrainian Weekly, April 14, 1996, No. 15, Vol. LXIV


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