We were here, we are here, and we will always be here! No missiles can intimidate us, and nothing can force us to surrender.”These powerful words from former Ukrainian President Viktor Yushchenko’s open letter to U.S. President Donald Trump resonate deeply today.What does it mean to be Ukrainian in a time of war? Why are historical memory and national identity essential to Ukraine’s independence? And what role should the United States play in supporting Ukraine and securing a just and lasting peace?Join us for a special evening with President Viktor Yushchenko, who will share his perspectives on Ukraine’s history, its struggle for freedom, and its future.We warmly welcome Chicago’s Ukrainian-American community, civic leaders, students, and all friends of Ukraine to this open conversation about the past, present, and future of Ukraine.