Dear American Citizens and Members of the United States Congress,

I am writing to you with a heartfelt plea to grant permanent legal status to the participants of the Uniting for Ukraine program. These individuals have fled their homeland due to the devastating full-scale war initiated. For many, leaving behind family, friends, and the only home they have ever known was not a choice but a necessity, driven by the dire need to find a safe haven.

Ukraine, a nation with deep-rooted democratic values, has always been a staunch advocate for freedom, standing resiliently in the face of adversity. Its citizens, now uprooted, have long been fighting on the frontlines of the battle for democracy, a cause that resonates deeply with the principles upon which the United States was founded. The danger continues to persist in Ukraine, with many regions unstable and unsafe for return. As the conflict rages on, it is crucial that the United States extends its hand in permanent solidarity and support.

Many of the Ukraine program participants have already begun contributing positively to American society. They are not just refugees but potential citizens who are willing and eager to integrate, work, and enrich the communities they now inhabit. By granting them permanent legal status, the U.S. would be investing in individuals who have proven their resilience, talent, and commitment to shared democratic ideals.

The bonds of friendship and shared values between the United States and Ukraine should be reflected in action. By providing these individuals with a place where they can rebuild their lives securely, we echo the famous inscription on the Statue of Liberty: "Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free." Let us uphold these cherished values by offering compassion, understanding, and a permanent home to those who cannot return to their war-torn country.

I urge you, American citizens, and members of Congress, to recognize the urgency and humanity of this request. The participants of the Uniting for Ukraine program deserve the opportunity to call America their permanent home.

Please sign this petition to affirm our commitment to democracy, humanitarianism, and the essence of American ideals.