As the Russian war in Ukraine continues, Cork Chamber thanks members for the multiple initiatives they have undertaken in solidarity. 

Cork Chamber flies the Ukrainian flag, and has written letters to Government, Ukrainian and Russian Ambassadors. Meeting with Ukrainian Ambassador Larysa Gerasko with our colleagues in Chambers Ireland we have agreed to continue to promote and support the established agencies of UN High Commission for Refugees, UNICEF, the Irish Red Cross and the evolving initiatives of the International Chambers of Commerce.

We are contributing to a multi stakeholder Ukraine crisis group led by Cork City Council and will work through all appropriate identified actions to welcome Ukrainian refugees into our community. At present approximately 15,000 refugees have arrived in Ireland, with around 600 coming each day. The needs of Ukrainian refugees will evolve in line with both the number arriving and the duration of their time here. Working with the crisis group we will take appropriate actions to support their welcome at each phase of this exceptional time. This may of course require member support, so please keep an eye on the bulletin for updates.

UNICEF: https://www.unicef.ie/donate/ukraine/#1

The UN High Commission for Refugees: https://donate.unhcr.org/int/en/ukraine-emergency

The Red Cross: https://donate.redcross.ie/