Independent
Church of Christians
of
the Evangelical Faith “Bethany”
PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release
Memorandum of Understanding
Signed to Support Children, Families, and Communities in Mykolaiv, Ukraine
For Immediate Release
Memorandum of Understanding
Signed to Support Children, Families, and Communities in Mykolaiv, Ukraine
Mykolaiv, Ukraine – 2026
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between the European Children & Youth Physical Education Academy (E.C.Y.P.E. Academy ry) and the Independent Church of Christians of the Evangelical Faith “Bethany” in Mykolaiv, Ukraine. The agreement establishes a framework for strategic cooperation focused on supporting children, youth, and families, particularly in a region affected by war.
The Academy is represented by its President, Timo Virtanen, and the Church is represented by Director Olena Tymofienko. Together, they form a partnership aimed at promoting well-being, inclusion, and community resilience.
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between the European Children & Youth Physical Education Academy (E.C.Y.P.E. Academy ry) and the Independent Church of Christians of the Evangelical Faith “Bethany” in Mykolaiv, Ukraine. The agreement establishes a framework for strategic cooperation focused on supporting children, youth, and families, particularly in a region affected by war.
The Academy is represented by its President, Timo Virtanen, and the Church is represented by Director Olena Tymofienko. Together, they form a partnership aimed at promoting well-being, inclusion, and community resilience.
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Purpose and Background
The Memorandum establishes cooperation within the project:
“EVERYBODY IS IMPORTANT in UKRAINE”
The initiative is designed to:
inclusion, equality, community, faith, hope, and human dignity.
The Memorandum establishes cooperation within the project:
“EVERYBODY IS IMPORTANT in UKRAINE”
The initiative is designed to:
- support the physical, social, and mental well-being of children and youth
- promote inclusive physical education
- provide psychosocial support for families in the Mykolaiv region
inclusion, equality, community, faith, hope, and human dignity.
Objectives of Cooperation
The cooperation aims to:
The cooperation aims to:
- support the physical, social, and mental well-being of children and youth
- strengthen family participation and community engagement
- use physical education, community, and spiritual activities as tools for psychosocial support
- develop international cooperation and funding opportunities
Key Areas of Cooperation
1.Family and Community Events
The Parties will jointly organize:
1.Family and Community Events
The Parties will jointly organize:
- physical education and well-being events connected with church activities
- shared physical activities for families (e.g., walking and movement routes)
- events combining physical activity with spiritual support
- rewarding children for participation (e.g., medals and diplomas)
- organizing community gatherings (e.g., coffee or tea meetings)
- integrating spiritual elements provided by the Church
2. Children’s and Youth Camps
The cooperation includes:
The cooperation includes:
- organizing physical education days within church camps
- joint programs for children, youth, and families
- inclusive and participatory physical education activities
3. Psychosocial Support Through Physical Activity
The Parties will develop initiatives where:
The Parties will develop initiatives where:
- physical education is used to address stress, trauma, and social isolation
- the well-being of children and families in a war-affected region is supported
- physical activity is combined with community-based support
4. International Cooperation and Projects
The Parties will:
The Parties will:
- develop and implement joint projects
- participate in funding applications
- utilize both the Academy’s and the Church’s international networks
5. Communication and Visibility
- The Academy may provide international visibility platforms, including a dedicated webpage for the Church
- The Church will provide content such as texts, photos, and videos
- Both Parties will jointly promote activities and project results
6. Inclusion and Equality
All activities are guided by the principle:
“Every child is important”
Special consideration will be given to:
All activities are guided by the principle:
“Every child is important”
Special consideration will be given to:
- children and youth with special needs
- families in crisis situations
Roles of the PartiesThe Academy:
- provides expertise in physical education
- supports project development and funding
- contributes international networks and visibility
- provides the local operational environment
- participates in planning and implementation
- works directly with the community and families
Confidentiality and Ethical Principles
The Parties commit to:
The Parties commit to:
- protecting personal data
- acting ethically and respectfully
- avoiding actions that may harm the other Party
Legal Status
The Memorandum is a declaration of intent and does not create:
The Memorandum is a declaration of intent and does not create:
- financial obligations
- legally binding contractual liabilities
Duration
- The agreement enters into force upon signature
- Valid until December 31, 2026
- Automatically extended unless terminated
- Termination notice period: 14 days
Final Statement
At the core of this cooperation lies one fundamental principle:
EVERY CHILD IS IMPORTANT.
At the core of this cooperation lies one fundamental principle:
EVERY CHILD IS IMPORTANT.
Independent
Church of Christians
of
the Evangelical Faith “Bethany” :
Church of Christians
of
the Evangelical Faith “Bethany” :
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