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CEO of Vivat Publishing Calls for Global Support for Ukrainian Publishing Amid Russian Attacks
In a poignant appeal, Julia Orlova, the CEO of Vivat Publishing, urged both the Ukrainian and international communities to stand in solidarity with Ukrainian publishing following a recent missile strike by Russia on the «Faktor-Druк» printing house in Kharkiv. Orlova emphasized the critical role that «Faktor-Druк» plays in the Eastern European publishing landscape, being one of the largest printing complexes in the region where many Ukrainian authors and publishers produce their work.
«This establishment is vital to the entire publishing cycle in Ukraine. The cessation of its operations could have dire consequences for the publishing sector, as it prints textbooks, children’s literature, books about war, language, and history,» Orlova stated.
In light of this tragedy, Vivat Publishing is calling on both local and international audiences to disseminate information about the ongoing destruction wrought by Russian forces on Ukrainian literature and culture. They have reached out to global media outlets, diplomatic entities, and organizations to rally support for Ukraine.
«We are witnessing the destruction of European values and a stark reflection of the low developmental standards within Russian society,» Orlova pointed out. «This tragedy will surely provoke outrage among residents of the civilized world, as the obliteration of books directly correlates to the moral decay within society. Share this information, and assist Ukraine in its struggle.»
Orlova further stressed that support for Ukrainian publishing and culture could manifest in various forms: ending collaborations with Russian entities, increasing awareness of Russian crimes against Ukraine—especially regarding cultural heritage—and contributing donations to the Ukrainian army and charitable organizations aiding those affected by the conflict.
As the crisis continues to unfold, the call for action is not just about protecting books and cultural heritage but about preserving the core values of humanity that books represent.
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