Ukraine’s 2026 National Unity Radio Dictation
The 2026 edition of Ukraine’s National Unity Radio Dictation will be held under the theme "The Letter That Never Ends." The text is authored by Arthur Dron, a writer and veteran of the Russia-Ukraine war. The event is scheduled for October 27, 2026, at 11:00 AM, with the dictation read live by Arthur Proydakov alongside Dasha Astafieva. Participants can send in their completed works for review or compare their answers with the published text afterwards.
How to Participate
Organizers have provided several options for submitting dictation entries. You can send your work either by postal mail or email. Postal submissions must be postmarked no later than October 28, 2026, and mailed to:
- 01001, Kyiv, Khreshchatyk St., 26, Ukraine
Electronic submissions will be accepted until 11:00 AM on October 29, 2026, at rd@suspilne.media. Accepted file formats include .jpg, .png, .jpeg, .tiff, and .pdf. The full text of the dictation will be publicly released on October 29 at 11:00 AM.
Since its inception in 2000, the National Unity Radio Dictation has aimed to unite Ukrainians both within the country and abroad. Traditionally held in October to coincide with the Day of Ukrainian Writing and Language, the dictation is written simultaneously in schools, offices, libraries, trains, and even on the front lines. Starting in 2020, scientists from the Vernadsky Station have also joined the event. Past editions have attracted over 7 million views and received more than 45,000 submissions from participants in over 58 countries.
"It’s important to me that this year’s text becomes a personal space for each participant—a true letter that we are all writing together. Language gives us the invaluable opportunity to communicate with one another, especially when we are far apart. Everyone has someone special to send their most meaningful words to."
— Arthur Dron
The 2026 National Unity Radio Dictation promises to be a significant event that once again brings Ukrainians together in the shared mission of preserving and promoting their language.
Held annually, this radio dictation has become a powerful symbol of Ukrainian solidarity, encouraging the protection of language and culture. This year’s theme, "The Letter That Never Ends," highlights the importance of personal communication even in our digitally connected world. Beyond testing language skills, participating in the dictation offers a meaningful way to feel connected with fellow Ukrainians—an especially poignant opportunity in today’s challenging times.
"Today, we often write through various messengers, sometimes without even a ‘Hello’ or ‘Goodbye,’ just a quick ‘How are you?’ This year’s dictation text reflects a snippet of such an intimate exchange between two close people. It speaks to all of us, touching on what truly matters—our deepest feelings—because in turbulent times, the trivial fades away."
— Yulia Sheludko
As anticipation builds for this year's event, it's essential to explore the background of the author, Arthur Dron, who brings a unique perspective to the dictation. To understand more about his role and the significance of his work, you can read our detailed article on the 2026 National Unity Radio Dictation.