GS-Foundation Signs Memorandum of Understanding with the Ministry of Social Policy of Ukraine

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On 24 February 2026, the GS-Foundation signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Social Policy, Family and Unity of Ukraine in Berlin, at the premises of the future Community Hub.
The agreement was signed by Michael Schemke, CEO GS-Foundation, and Ilona Havronska, Deputy Minister of Social Policy, Family and Unity of Ukraine on European Integration. The Memorandum marks the beginning of a strategic cooperation between the Ministry and the GS-Foundation and lays the foundation for further structured collaboration.

Development of a Ukrainian Unity Hub in North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW)

The central objective of this cooperation is the development and operational support of a Ukrainian Unity Hub in the State of North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW), Germany. The GS-Foundation is envisioned to serve as the implementation partner for this initiative.

The planned Unity Hub will function as a multifunctional center designed to provide structured support for Ukrainian citizens living in Germany. It will facilitate access to social, educational, and advisory services while creating a stable framework for long-term community engagement.
By combining governmental partnership with practical implementation expertise, the initiative aims to establish sustainable support structures that respond to the evolving needs of the Ukrainian community in NRW.

Strengthening the Ukrainian Community in Germany

Beyond service provision, the Ukrainian Unity Hub is intended to strengthen community cohesion and reinforce connections between Ukrainians living in Germany and Ukraine. The initiative aligns with democratic European values and integration principles, supporting participation and long-term societal inclusion.
The signing of this Memorandum represents an important step toward building resilient, structured, and forward-looking support systems for the Ukrainian community in Germany. The GS-Foundation looks forward to further developing this cooperation and contributing to the successful establishment of the Unity Hub in North Rhine-Westphalia.