Today we had our very first meeting with Språkkafé at the Frivilligsentralen in Prestfoss, Sigdal municipality. We got to know each other, spoke a lot of Norwegian, and the atmosphere was very warm and pleasant 💛
Thank you very much to everyone who participated! 🤗 It's not dangerous to make mistakes here - the most important thing is to talk and support each other.
☕ Dear friends, the language café has returned to Sigdal Municipality!
We have missed each other, and now it is finally time to meet again.
In the centre of Vikersund, the atmosphere everyone loves about Vikersunddagen was in full bloom: music, smiles, the aroma of home-baked treats and genuine conversations. Our Veldedig HjelpeSenter for Sigdal “Livet vil vinne” hosted a warm charity stand, and we are deeply grateful to everyone who stopped by, offered support, joined the lottery and donated to help Ukraine.
In the heart of Stavanger, every afternoon smells of fresh baking and good intentions. The team at Veldedig HjelpeSenter for Stavanger “Livet vil vinne”, together with local volunteers, sets up a cozy, charitable mini-market where anyone can have a cup of coffee, smile — and make a small yet very meaningful contribution to Ukraine.
We did it — together! Thanks to your donations, the tireless work of LIVET VIL VINNE volunteers, and our partnership with Ukraine Frontline Emergency Aid, two ambulances have now been purchased. Both vehicles are being prepared for the long journey: technical service, equipment checks, paperwork and logistics.
Geithusdagen is the annual community festival in Geithus (Modum), organised by Geithus VEL. Families, clubs and associations meet for stands, tastes, activities and volunteering. This year, Veldedig HjelpeSenter for Sigdal — Livet vil vinne took part with a warm, open stand to raise support and build community around Ukraine.
The Gå på tur hiking club at Livet vil vinne Stavanger began in early 2025 to get outdoors, discover Norway together and build a community where everyone matters. So far we’ve walked 12 km to Utstein Monastery, visited Fjøløy Lighthouse, tried kayak/canoe on Stokkavatnet, and cheered biathlon stars at the Blinkfestival in Sandnes. We’re open to new participants — come to unwind, make friends and explore. Organizers: Olga Stepushyna and Volodymyr Stepushyn.
Art therapy by Livet vil vinne began on 26 March. After a summer break, sessions resumed on 26 August at a new location — Langgata 76, Sandnes. It’s an open, safe space for creativity and recovery, led by volunteers Olga Bondarchuk and Oksana Kostrytsia.
Ukrainian communities in the municipalities of Sunnfjord, Kinn and Askvoll, in cooperation with the association Livet vil vinne, held a celebration of Ukraine’s Independence Day.
On 23 August 2025, Livet vil vinne (Veldedig HjelpeSenter for Bærum) brought Ukrainians and Norwegians together in Bærum to mark Ukraine’s Flag Day and Independence Day — an evening of dignity, freedom and community.
22 August 2025 in Stange (Norway) the city festival took place with a concert and a market. Our volunteers in Stange secured the last available spot — and in half a day and half a night prepared Ukrainian treats to exchange for donations.
In Kristiansand, the Livet vil vinne team organized a Borscht Festival. The event brought together local residents and tourists, introduced Norway to Ukrainian cuisine and culture, and helped raise funds for humanitarian aid.
