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EVERYBODY IS IMPORTANT IN UKRAINE 19.04.2026
Historic Moment in Mykolaiv – First European Children’s Physical Education Day
EVERYBODY IS IMPORTANT in UKRAINE
Brings Joy, Hope, and Safety Amid War
EVERYBODY IS IMPORTANT in UKRAINE
Brings Joy, Hope, and Safety Amid War
Mykolaiv city, Ukraine – April 19, 2026
Today marked a historic moment in Mykolaiv city, Ukraine, as the European Children & Youth Physical Education Academy (E.C.Y.P.E. – Academy) ry, in cooperation with the Independent Church of Christians of the Evangelical Faith Bethany and the athletics club MLK MYKOLAIV, organized the very first Children’s Physical Education Day under the European initiative:
Today marked a historic moment in Mykolaiv city, Ukraine, as the European Children & Youth Physical Education Academy (E.C.Y.P.E. – Academy) ry, in cooperation with the Independent Church of Christians of the Evangelical Faith Bethany and the athletics club MLK MYKOLAIV, organized the very first Children’s Physical Education Day under the European initiative:
“EVERYBODY IS IMPORTANT in UKRAINE”
The event took place at the Bethany Church courtyard in the city of Mykolaiv starting at 12:00, bringing together several families with children – in total, more than 30 children participated alongside their parents or grandparents.
The event took place at the Bethany Church courtyard in the city of Mykolaiv starting at 12:00, bringing together several families with children – in total, more than 30 children participated alongside their parents or grandparents.
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Movement, Joy, and Togetherness – Every Child Matters
During the day, children moved, ran, and walked along a safe route circling the blue fountain located in the church yard. The route was designed to be accessible for everyone – suitable for small children, strollers, and wheelchair users.
The youngest participant was only 2 years old, carried in his father’s arms as others moved along the route. This touching moment perfectly reflected the message of the day:
Every child is important – regardless of age, circumstances, or ability.
After completing their rounds, each child received a medal and a diploma as a memory of their participation. The most important rule was simple and humane:
Even if a child could not complete seven rounds, they would still receive a medal and diploma – because participation is what truly matters.On this day, however, every child completed the challenge, and each one received their well-earned reward.
During the day, children moved, ran, and walked along a safe route circling the blue fountain located in the church yard. The route was designed to be accessible for everyone – suitable for small children, strollers, and wheelchair users.
The youngest participant was only 2 years old, carried in his father’s arms as others moved along the route. This touching moment perfectly reflected the message of the day:
Every child is important – regardless of age, circumstances, or ability.
After completing their rounds, each child received a medal and a diploma as a memory of their participation. The most important rule was simple and humane:
Even if a child could not complete seven rounds, they would still receive a medal and diploma – because participation is what truly matters.On this day, however, every child completed the challenge, and each one received their well-earned reward.
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A Safe Moment in the Midst of War
The day was exceptional in another way as well.
In war-affected Mykolaiv, not a single air raid alarm sounded during the event. The sky remained calm, and it felt as if the moment itself was protected – for the children, the families, and the entire community.
Only after the families had safely returned home did the air raid alarms begin again.
This made the day even more meaningful – a rare moment of peace, joy, and safety for children living in the shadow of war.
The day was exceptional in another way as well.
In war-affected Mykolaiv, not a single air raid alarm sounded during the event. The sky remained calm, and it felt as if the moment itself was protected – for the children, the families, and the entire community.
Only after the families had safely returned home did the air raid alarms begin again.
This made the day even more meaningful – a rare moment of peace, joy, and safety for children living in the shadow of war.
Community, Warmth, and Care
At the end of the event, the Bethany Church cafeteria offered delicious refreshments to the families, and the gathering continued in a warm and caring atmosphere.
The laughter, joy, and excitement of the children filled the courtyard – deeply touching all instructors, coaches, and organizers present.
At the end of the event, the Bethany Church cafeteria offered delicious refreshments to the families, and the gathering continued in a warm and caring atmosphere.
The laughter, joy, and excitement of the children filled the courtyard – deeply touching all instructors, coaches, and organizers present.
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Physical Education – A Key to Ukraine’s Future
This day was not just an event – it was a powerful message about the future.
Physical education for children and youth is a vital part of Ukraine’s reconstruction.
It provides:
This day was not just an event – it was a powerful message about the future.
Physical education for children and youth is a vital part of Ukraine’s reconstruction.
It provides:
- opportunities for psychological and physical recovery
- a space for community, safety, and belonging
- a pathway to rebuild hope, trust, and the future
Children’s Rights Must Not Be Lost
Every child has the right to:
Today’s event showed that even in difficult conditions, it is possible to create moments where a child can simply be a child.
Every child has the right to:
- go to school
- move, play, and be active
- feel safe
- grow and develop
Today’s event showed that even in difficult conditions, it is possible to create moments where a child can simply be a child.
A Day That Will Stay in Our Hearts
This historic first Physical Education Day in Mykolaiv was filled with powerful emotions:
joy, relief, gratitude – and above all, hope.
It reminded us all why this work is done:
for the children.
This historic first Physical Education Day in Mykolaiv was filled with powerful emotions:
joy, relief, gratitude – and above all, hope.
It reminded us all why this work is done:
for the children.
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Payment Details
Recipient:
E.C.Y.P.E.-Academy ry
(Please note the dots after each capital letter: E.C.Y.P.E.)
IBAN:
FI 177960 0171 1630 89
Message : write your information.
BIC/SWIFT:
NARYFIH2
Bank:
NARVI Payments Oy Ab
c/o Maria 01
Lapinlahdenkatu 16
00180 Helsinki
Finland
Recipient:
E.C.Y.P.E.-Academy ry
(Please note the dots after each capital letter: E.C.Y.P.E.)
IBAN:
FI 177960 0171 1630 89
Message : write your information.
BIC/SWIFT:
NARYFIH2
Bank:
NARVI Payments Oy Ab
c/o Maria 01
Lapinlahdenkatu 16
00180 Helsinki
Finland