Kyiv commemorates victims of the genocide of the Crimean Tatar people

An event dedicated to the Day of Remembrance of the Victims of the Crimean Tatar Genocide was held in Kyiv with an exhibition and a theatrical performance. Cultural figures and representatives of the Mejlis emphasized the importance of preserving the Crimean Tatar heritage.

This was reported by QIRIM.News.

On May 8, the State Architectural and Construction Library named after V. Zabolotny in Kyiv hosted an event dedicated to the Day of Remembrance of the Victims of the Genocide of the Crimean Tatar People called "Where Bitter Almonds Bloom...". The event combined speeches by cultural and scientific figures, a thematic exhibition and a theatrical performance.

Visitors had the opportunity to see a unique exposition, which included puppetry illustrating the traditions of the Crimean Tatars, works by children from the series "Applied Art" and "Tastes of Crimea", paintings by Vitaliy Vlasiuk, as well as publications from the collections of the library and the Crimean Tatar Center for Language and Literature of the Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv.

Among the participants of the event were Deputy Chairman of the Mejlis Nariman Dzhelal, Supreme Mufti of Crimea Ayder Rustemov, film director Akhtem Seitablaev, director of the BIRLIK School Olha Kycha, head of the NGO "Ritual Culture of Ukraine" Valeria Levkivska and others. They emphasized the importance of preserving historical memory, supporting the culture of the Crimean Tatars and passing on the truth to future generations.

Particular attention was drawn to the theatrical performance "Where Bitter Almonds Bloom..." presented by students of BIRLIK School. Through a child's vision, they told about the tragedy of the 1944 deportation , combining it with the realities of the current war.

The event was not only a commemoration of the past, but also a demonstration of the resilience of the Crimean Tatar people, their connection to Ukraine and their belief in a common future.

Also in Kyiv, the first edition was presented, which systematizes important events and figures in the history of Crimea. The calendar should become a tool for disseminating truthful information and countering disinformation about Crimean Tatars.

In addition, Brussels will host the first Crimean Week dedicated to human rights violations on the occupied peninsula and the Crimean Tatars' struggle for their identity. The program will include discussions in the European Parliament, film screenings, a photo exhibition and the presentation of a book about citizen journalists.

Анна Бальчінос