On 24 February 2022, Russian forces invaded Ukraine, violating its sovereignty and territorial integrity. Four years later, the country continues to endure devastation, loss, and relentless attacks — yet also extraordinary courage, unity, and resistance from its people and trade unions.

Throughout this brutal war, BWI and its affiliates have stood shoulder to shoulder with Ukraine and with PROFBUD, delivering humanitarian aid, skills training, and strengthening union capacity. Through the PROFBUD Skills Hubs, hundreds of workers gained the qualifications needed to rebuild their country, positioning the union as an important force in Ukraine’s reconstruction.

The winter of 2026 has been among the harshest. Continued attacks on the energy grid have left families without electricity or heating in temperatures dropping to –20°C. Elderly people, persons with disabilities, and families with children endure freezing apartments, unable to cook, stay warm, or remain connected to the outside world.

“For four terrible years, we have known we are not alone in our fight for freedom, peace, and democracy,” said Vasyl Andreyev, PROFBUD President. “International solidarity has been more than support — it has been lifesaving. We no longer believe promises that the war will end soon. We must save ourselves and our country, and this winter proved that only people-to-people solidarity can secure our future.”

To mark four years of Ukraine’s heroic struggle, BWI is reinforcing the BWI Solidarity Fund to expand humanitarian support for Ukrainian workers. The fund will help PROFBUD members withstand constant power cuts by providing generators, power banks, and other equipment or construction tools, ensuring they can survive the winter and continue rebuilding their nation with dignity and determination.

Donate to the BWI Solidarity Fund for humanitarian aid for Ukrainian workers.

Reference of payment: Solidarity Support to PROFBUD

Your donation can be sent by bank transfer in CHF, EUR, or USD to:

IBAN: In CHF: CH41 0844 0246 6062 9019 0; In EUR: CH56 0844 0246 6063 1029 0
In USD: CH24 0844 0246 6063 1009 0