Boston - Governor Maura Healey today welcomed Olena Zelenska, First Lady of Ukraine, to the Massachusetts State House. At a meeting in the Governor’s Ceremonial Office with First Lady Joanna Lydgate and Ukranian officials, Governor Healey expressed Massachusetts’ and the United States’ strong support for the people of Ukraine. They also discussed their shared commitment to ensuring medical care and treatment, continuing humanitarian aid and providing education supplies and technology for Ukraine.

“It was an honor for Joanna and me to welcome First Lady Olena Zelenska to Massachusetts and share with her our unwavering support for the people of Ukraine in the face of the Russian invasion and continued war of aggression,” said Governor Maura Healey. “Like so many others, I have been inspired by the perseverance and resilience of the people of Ukraine and by President Zelenskyy and First Lady Zelenska’s incredible courage and strength. Through it all, they have remained committed to service, to raising awareness for the Ukrainian cause, and to supporting those who are most in need. I encourage all Massachusetts residents to embrace their spirit of service and learn more about the organizations based right here in Massachusetts that are providing lifesaving support to the people of Ukraine.”

Governor Healey is encouraging Massachusetts residents to learn more about local organizations that are providing support to Ukraine.

- Sunflower of Peace Foundation: A Boston-based non-profit organization committed to providing medical and humanitarian aid to Ukraine since 2014.

- Ukraine Forward Initiative: An emergency response initiative to supply life-saving resources to people in Ukraine.

- One World Strong: A non-profit organization committed to supporting survivors of terrorism, hate crimes and other traumatic events. The organization provides a platform for individuals to connect, share personal experiences and offer mutual support as they navigate their path to recovery.

- Osnova: A group of Boston-based volunteers, who have been delivering humanitarian and medical aid to Ukraine.

- Olga’s List: A volunteer organization that helps refugees displaced by the Russian invasion of Ukraine in urgent need of assistance.

- Ukrainian American Educational Center of Boston: A non-profit organization committed to education, preservation and promulgation of Ukrainian culture, language, and heritage.

- Ukrainian Cultural Center of New England: A non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting Ukrainian culture, heritage and community in the vibrant New England region.