On the birthday of the outstanding Ukrainian graphic artist, calligrapher, and creator of the Ukrainian alphabet "Rutenia," Vasyl Chebanyk, the Central District Library "Pecherska" opened the exhibition "Rutenia. The Return of the Nation's Code"—a project that continues the Master's legacy and reminds visitors of the power of the Ukrainian word, the letter, and the nation's identity.

It has already become a cherished tradition to mark Vasyl Chebanyk's birthday with the opening of an exhibition that not only honors his memory but also continues the work of his lifetime—the restoration of the Ukrainian language's own graphic code. This year's exhibition brought together the artist's friends, colleagues, and followers, who continue to promote his ideas and further develop the "Rutenia" project.

At the invitation of the #InfoVARTA civic initiative, with which the All-Ukrainian Trade Union of Defenders of Ukraine has signed a Memorandum of Cooperation, the event was attended by the Union's Deputy Chair, Sofiia Cherepanova. An important component of this partnership is the activities of the Union's Women's Wing. Its members regularly participate in the "Rutenia. Writing in the Ukrainian Language" workshops, where they explore the Ukrainian graphic tradition and the creative legacy of Vasyl Chebanyk, discovering the depth of Ukrainian culture, its symbols, and the nation's code.

Also in attendance at the memorial evening were People's Artist of Ukraine Kyrylo Stetsenko; the leaders of the "Rutenia" project, Nestor Volia and Anzhelika Korniienko; Director of Library No. 150 of the Pechersk District, Olena Smal; Director of ADEF-Ukraine Publishing House, Alla Istomina; and other guests united by a shared commitment to preserving and promoting Ukraine's cultural heritage.

"Today, we are defending not only Ukrainian land but also Ukrainian identity — our language, culture, and historical memory. They are what shape our national identity and serve as the foundation of a strong state. For the All-Ukrainian Trade Union of Defenders of Ukraine, supporting initiatives like this is a contribution to preserving our national code, the spiritual resilience of our society, and the future of Ukraine. Vasyl Chebanyk's legacy once again reminds us that the Ukrainian letter is not merely a means of writing but also a symbol of our statehood," said Sofiia Cherepanova, Deputy Chair of the All-Ukrainian Trade Union of Defenders of Ukraine.