October 27 is the Day of Ukrainian Writing and Language

October 27 is the Day of Ukrainian Writing and Language.
And we, as always, gathered to take part in the National Unity Radio Dictation together.
Before the dictation began, we reflected on what the Ukrainian language means to us.
For some, it is the Homeland; for others, it is awareness and pride; and for someone else, it is simply the warmth of a native word.
It is not without reason that Lina Kostenko said: “Nations do not die of a heart attack — they first lose their language.”
So to preserve Ukrainian means to preserve ourselves.
This annual tradition unites us, even when we are in different cities or countries.
Because it does not matter where we are now — what matters is that at one moment we all write in Ukrainian and feel part of something greater.
This year’s dictation was titled “One Must Live!” — and these words resonated with everyone.
The text contained phrases that touched the deepest parts of the soul: “There is no time for half-tones. Live, help the army, nurture Ukrainian everywhere.”
The Ukrainian language is not just a means of communication. It is our memory, strength, and the voice of freedom.
We thank everyone who joined us in writing the dictation.