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Ukrainian community in Italy is invited to meet the new Ambassador of Ukraine
The Embassy of Ukraine in Italy invites the Ukrainian community to a meeting with the newly appointed Ambassador, Ihor Brusyl. The event will take place on 18 April 2026 in Rome. Representatives of the Ukrainian community in Italy and leaders of Ukrainian associations are invited to attend. The meeting is organised by the Embassy of Ukraine in Italy. The main aim of the event is to facilitate dialogue between the new Ambassador and the Ukrainian community, as well as to discuss current issues regarding cooperation, support and the development of Ukrainian initiatives in Italy. 📥 To take part in the event, you must pre-register by completing the online form: 👉 https://forms.gle/Au4RSsEnAkNaXqwf7 Registration is mandatory for all participants. The invitation is addressed to: • representatives of Ukrainian associations in Italy • activists and volunteers • representatives of the Ukrainian diaspora • civil society organisations. Such meetings are an important part of cooperation between diplomatic missions and the Ukrainian community abroad. They help to strengthen communication, coordinate joint projects and support Ukrainians in Italy. 📍 Date and venue 📅 Date: 18 April 2026 🕒 Time: 15:00 📌 Venue: Rome, Italy (the exact location will be announced in due course).
Italy tightens control over cash
Financial oversight of cash transactions is being stepped up in Italy. Banks, in collaboration with the Guardia di Finanza, are monitoring ATM withdrawals, large transactions and customers’ financial behaviour more closely.The aim of these measures is to combat tax evasion, money laundering and the shadow economy. 💳 What exactly are banks monitoring? According to UA Service HUB, financial institutions in Italy are using automated risk analysis systems. The following transactions may attract attention: -large or regular cash withdrawals over the course ofa month - frequent withdrawals of small amounts over a short period- atypical activity (e.g., withdrawals at night or in series) - discrepanciesbetween expenditure and officially declared income. ⚠️ Important: there are no ‘automatic penalties’ Acommon myth is that there are clear limits such as ‘€10,000 = investigation’ or ‘€1,000 at an ATM = suspicion’. In reality, the system works differently: - banks do not penalise automatically - there isno fixed ‘prohibited’ threshold for withdrawals -decisions are based on risk analysis and the context of transactions. Financial monitoring takes place in several stages: - the bank records all thecustomer’s transactions - algorithmsanalyse financial behaviour - suspicious transactions are flagged as “risky”- if necessary, the data is forwarded to the Guardia di Finanza. An investigation may then be launched. 🧾 An investigation may be initiated if: - expenditure does not match declared income-there are regular abnormal cashmovements- there are signs of hidden economic activity.
Ukrzaliznytsia launches a direct route from Kyiv railway station to Chisinau airport
Ukrzaliznytsia, in collaboration with its Moldovan counterparts, is launching a trial route to Revaca station, located near Chisinau International Airport. According to UA Service HUB, from 13 April, train service No. 351 from Kyiv to Chisinau will be extended to this station. Upon arrival, passengers will be met by a free shuttle bus, which will take them directly to the airport terminal. This trial run aims to assess demand for a stop near the airport. If there is significant interest from travellers, Revaca station may be included in the route of train No. 351 on a permanent basis. At the same time, Chișinău is gradually strengthening its status as a major aviation hub in the region. Thanks to the wide range of flights available, it is convenient to travel from here to many cities in Italy, including Rome, Naples, Milan, Venice and Bologna. This makes the new route even more attractive to passengers planning trips to Europe.
One million trees of memory and life: Ukrainians set a world record
🌱 On 2 May 2026, Ukrainians in over 30 countries around the world will simultaneously plant 1 million trees of remembrance and life.This is not just a campaign — it is an attempt to set a world record by bringing together several thousand Ukrainians across the globe. The aim is to draw attention to the importance of greening, to preserve the memory of those who have given their lives for Ukraine, and to create a symbol of life, unity and hope. Diplomats, politicians and public figures from various countries around the world, as well as Ukrainians in every corner of Ukraine and the globe, have already confirmed their participation in the event. This is a unique, unified story of the global Ukrainian community, living and acting together. 🌍 Organisers: the ‘Greening Ukraine’ Charitable Foundation, the ‘Global Ukrainian Community’ NGO and the Guinness World Records, with the support of international partners, communities and businesses. 📍 Anyone can join in: 🔹 as participants in the tree-planting event – Link to the Google form 🔹 as partners of the initiative – Link to Google Form Together, we are doing more than just planting trees — we are creating a global event that unites Ukrainians around the world 💚
Ukrainian karaoke evening in Naples: how it happens (video)
Naples sounded in Ukrainian. It’s an evening where the voice becomes home, and strangers become friends. Where they sing as if no one is listening… and at the same time – as if the whole world is hearing. Watch this video – it captures the entire atmosphere of the Ukrainian karaoke evening: a bit of nostalgia, a lot of freedom, and genuine emotions without filters. Let us remind you, in Naples a warm and soulful tradition has already formed – once a month, Ukrainians and friends of Ukraine gather together to spend an evening of karaoke. The Ukrainian karaoke takes place in the popular pub Miseria e Nobiltà Vomero, located in the Vomero district, and the initiative belongs to Ukrainian women from the Lalla club community. This place has already become a kind of magnet for those who wish to spend an evening in a warm, relaxed atmosphere. The informational support for the event is provided by the CRASA aps association together with the UA Service HUB platform, which actively promotes the development of the Ukrainian community abroad.
It has become a tradition: an evening of Ukrainian karaoke was organized in Naples.
In the very heart of Naples, a warm and soulful tradition has formed — once a month, Ukrainians and friends of Ukraine gather together to spend an evening of karaoke. This is not just entertainment, but a special space of unity where everyone can feel closer to home. Far from their homeland, it is especially important to hear their native language, sing familiar songs from childhood, and feel the support of people who share your culture, memories, and emotions. Such meetings create an atmosphere of true community, where new acquaintances are born and friendships are strengthened. The Ukrainian karaoke takes place in the popular pub Miseria e Nobiltà Vomero, located in the Vomero district, and the initiative belongs to Ukrainian women from the Lalla club community. This place has already become a kind of magnet for those who wish to spend an evening in a warm, relaxed atmosphere. After two evenings, true favorites of the audience can be highlighted. The most popular songs are about the Ukrainian berry: “One viburnum outside the window” and “Oh in the meadow, the red viburnum” — compositions that particularly unite the guests and create a sense of community and strength. The informational support for the event is provided by the association CRASA aps together with the platform UA Service HUB, which actively promote the development of the Ukrainian community abroad. Such evenings are more than just songs. They are about the home we create together, even while being far from it.
UA Service Hub expands across Italy and brings together new specialists
The UA Service Hub support platform for Ukrainians continues to grow rapidly, expanding both its geographical reach and its professional community. Today, the network already brings together registered professionals in various cities and regions across Italy: 📍 Milan 📍 Rome 📍 Naples 📍 Verona 📍 Abruzzo 👩💼 Who is joining the platform UA Service Hub is actively expanding with new specialists from various fields. Among them: • 📸 photographers • 🎥 videographers • 💆♀️ beauty therapists • 💆 massage therapists • 🛠 handymen • 🗺 professional guides 📈 What does this mean? The expansion of the platform means: more opportunities for Ukrainians in Italy; access to verified specialists in various cities; the formation of a strong professional community. As a reminder, the platform was created by the CRASA APS association on the basis of the website work.crasa.team. The mission of UA Service HUB is to help Ukrainian professionals find their clients: both among Ukrainians who have been forced to move abroad, and among Europeans open to a new level of service and collaboration.
Useful information for those working as caregivers in Italy.
Work in the domestic sector is regulated by INPS rules and the national collective agreement. 🧾 What is included in the work. Care for: • elderly people, • people with disabilities, • children 📄 Contract: what is important to know It is recommended to definitely conclude a written contract, even if it is not a strict legal requirement. It must include: • employer and employee details • start date of work • place of work • schedule • salary • condition of cohabitation (if any) 👉 A probationary period is also provided ⏰ Working conditions • Maximum: 54 hours per week (for those living in the family) • Mandatory: • daily rest • 1 day off per week (usually Sunday) 💶 Salary and payments • The minimum salary is set by the collective agreement • For cohabitants, it includes: • accommodation • meals 💡 Additionally paid: • night shifts • additional duties 📆 Vacation • 26 working days per year • Accumulation: ≈ 2.17 days per month 🎁 Additional payments You are entitled to: • 13th salary • TFR (payment upon dismissal) • final settlement upon completion of work 🧾 Contributions and registration The employer is obliged to: • notify INPS 24 hours before the start of work • pay contributions quarterly 📊 Distribution of contributions: • ~75–80% — employer • ~20–25% — employee (withheld from salary) 🏠 RESIDENCE (residenza) — very important If you live with the employer: ✔️ You have the right to register your residence at this address ✔️ A rental agreement is NOT required ✔️ This must be stated in the employment contract ❗ Why this is important. Knowing your rights: • protects against abuse • gives confidence in work • helps to defend your interests 📌 Ignorance of the rules often works against the employee.
Free Italian courses in Rome: where to go
There are several programmes in Rome that enable foreigners to learn Italian for free. According to UA Service Hub, such courses are available both at state institutions and through charitable organisations. The main option is to study at the Centro Provinciale per l’Istruzione degli Adulti (CPIA). These are state-run adult education centres where you can take Italian language courses from beginner level up to A2 and beyond. 👉 One of the centres in Rome: • 📍 Via Palestro 38, Rome • ☎️ +39 06 4453994 The courses are suitable for foreigners, including Ukrainians with temporary protection. Upon completion, you can receive an official certificate. ⸻ Additionally, free courses are often organised by humanitarian organisations: ❤️ Caritas regularly runs Italian language courses for foreigners (usually basic and intermediate levels), as well as providing support with integration. 👉 Contact details in Rome (one of the centres): • 📍 Lungomare Toscanelli 176, Ostia (Rome) • ☎️ +39 06 5690999 ⸻ 🚑 Croce Rossa Italiana (Rome) The Italian Red Cross also periodically runs free language courses for foreigners, often in small groups with volunteers. 👉 Contact details in Rome: https://cri.it/ • 📍 Via Bernardino Ramazzini 31, Rome • 📧 info@criroma.org 📝 How to register Experts advise against waiting for online registration and recommend visiting in person: • bring your documents (passport, permesso or temporary protection) • ask for: Italian courses for foreigners • take a short level test There are plenty of options for free language learning in Rome — the main thing is to take the initiative and contact the centre directly.