“The Ukrainian Cultural Foundation’s activities in 2025 will be guided by six priorities”, announced Nataliia Kryvda, Head of the UCF

The Supervisory Board has approved 6 priorities that will define the Foundation's activities for the next grant season. This was announced by Natalia Kryvda on November 14th, during the Sixth International Grant Fair organized by the Creative Europe Desk in Ukraine in partnership with the UCF.

The approval of these priorities was preceded by a broad public debate involving representatives of cultural communities, civic activists, and other engaged citizens. Nataliia Kryvda emphasized that this approach reflects the UCF's commitment to developing the cultural sphere in close cooperation with the public, addressing the needs and interests of the audience (public).

“Thanks to the Foundation's openness and active participation of civil society, we have shaped six priorities for 2025. Throughout the discussion process, we received valuable feedback and proposals, which were carefully considered before finalizing the priorities. We are deeply grateful to everyone who contributed. Now with a clear vision for supporting and implementing cultural initiatives, we are looking to 2025 with optimism”, – stated Nataliia Kryvda in her speech.

As she noted, the UCF’s priorities provide a framework that sets the direction for the organization’s advancement over the next year. They form the foundation for developing and implementing new grant programs aimed at strengthening Ukraine’s cultural space, supporting Ukrainian talents, and fostering the growth and development of culture in Ukraine.

The UCF’s 2025 priorities are as follows:

1. Culture During the War: creation of cultural products / content that reflect wartime challenges and consolidate society; adaptation, creation, and promotion of cultural products/content for Ukrainian cultural diplomacy, in collaboration with public institutions and non-governmental initiatives
2. Inclusive Culture: ensuring barrier-free access to cultural practices for everyone; implementing inclusive and trauma-aware cultural practices for mental recovery; cultural products tailored for children and youth; inclusive and adaptive practices for employment and work in the cultural sector and creative industries. 
3. Cultural Heritage: digitalizing cultural heritage in frontline and liberated areas at risk of loss or destruction; rethinking cultural heritage and promoting the decolonization of collections; supporting cultural heritage and the Ukrainian language and their role in identity formation; encouraging commemorative practices and inclusive culture of memory.
4. Development of Culture at the Local Level: supporting cultural initiatives in frontline and liberated regions; consolidating communities and integrating Ukrainians into the Ukrainian cultural space through cultural activities; enhancing the capacity of cultural practitioners and creative industries professionals in smaller communities. 
5. Cultural Diversity: fostering the development of culture, cultural diversity, and the values of ethnic minorities, communities, and indigenous peoples of Ukraine; promoting harmonious coexistence.
6. Partnership for Development: elaborating partnership programs to support artists and cultural practitioners; promoting the development of creative industries and human capital; strengthening cultural resistance to russian aggression.

The Ukrainian Cultural Foundation (UCF) is a state investor in the development of culture and creative industries in Ukraine. Established in 2017 under the Law of Ukraine "On the Ukrainian Cultural Foundation," the organization supports individual, national, and international projects on a competitive basis across seven sectors: auditory arts, visual arts, audiovisual arts, cultural heritage, literature, performing and scenic arts, and cultural and creative industries. Over its seven years of activity, the Foundation has supported 2,717 projects. The total amount of invested funds exceeds 1.6 billion UAH, with a target audience reaching 53 million people.