Awarding of Anastasiia Pustovit
Actress Anastasiia Pustovit has been awarded the Order of 'For Merit' III degree for her volunteer activities during the war. The award ceremony took place with the participation of President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky, who also honored other volunteers with the 'Golden Heart' award.
Volunteer activities during the war
Anastasiia Pustovit found herself in occupation in Kyiv region at the beginning of the full-scale invasion of Russia into Ukraine. She spent two weeks in the temporarily occupied village of Nemyshayevo in the Bucha district of Kyiv region. During this difficult situation, on February 26, 2022, the actress, along with like-minded individuals, organized a volunteer headquarters that helped the community.
“On February 26, 2022, together with like-minded individuals, she organized a volunteer headquarters that helped the community.” - Office of the President
In addition, Volodymyr Zelensky awarded the 'Golden Heart' to the founder of the charitable foundation 'Sternenko Community' Serhii Sternenko, as well as singer Iryna Fedyshyn. The awards were presented on March 4, emphasizing the importance of volunteer activities during the war and supporting those who actively help Ukraine during these difficult times.
Volunteer activities in Ukraine during the war have become an important aspect of social support, especially for affected regions. Honoring individuals like Anastasiia Pustovit and other volunteers not only acknowledges their contribution but also stimulates others to engage in charitable initiatives. It highlights the significance of collective efforts in providing assistance and support during a crisis.