The unprovoked invasion of Ukraine is a blatant violation of international law and of human rights and freedoms. SPNHC stands in solidarity with the people of Ukraine during this incredibly difficult time and expresses our deep sympathy for the needless suffering being inflicted.
We want to express our support for all in our community with connections to Ukraine as we all come to terms with this situation, we recognise it will be particularly difficult for all colleagues supporting peace in Ukraine and those who have friends and family in Ukraine, Russia and the surrounding area. At some point this war will end, and the process of healing will begin, and the SPNHC community will offer our support and services to help colleagues to preserve the culture, biodiversity, and collections of the region and in Ukraine.
We appeal for a rapid and peaceful end to this war, and to all conflicts affecting our colleagues, communities, culture, and biodiversity around the world.
There are numerous ways to help via contacting appropriate national agencies, engaging with specific initiatives such as the Ukraine network and supporting appeals for material and donations such as the recently launched Centre to Rescue Ukraine’s Cultural Heritage.