We are with you! - a special stamp with an expression of support for Ukraine
On Friday, March 25 this year, Poczta Polska introduced a special emission stamp "We are with you!" As an expression of support, respect and solidarity with the fighting freedom and independence of Ukraine. This unique value of 3 million pieces went to post offices throughout the country.
The presentation of the unique stamp took place on March 25 this year. at the headquarters of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The ceremony was attended by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Szymon Szynkowski vel Sęk, President of Poczta Polska Tomasz Zdzikot and Oleh Kuts, advisor-minister, deputy Ambassador of Ukraine in Poland.
- Russia's invasion of Ukraine destroyed peace in the world. He changed the lives of all of us, and above all the fate of Ukrainian citizens. Poles have experienced war, know how quickly it destroys generations and how deep wounds leave - said Szymon Szynkowski Vel Sęk, deputy head of Polish diplomacy during the presentation of the new stamp. - Maybe because we remember the painful experience of the 20th century wars, the natural reflex of Poland and Poles towards Ukraine and Ukrainians is unconditional solidarity and support. Their symbol is squeezing hands, visible knows the stamp - he emphasized.
- Ukraine fell victim to the shameful act of aggression from Russia. Once of day, the world of our neighbors was in ruins. They had to grab the weapon to save what is most valuable: their lives and their loved ones, the houses in which they lived and the values in which they believe. Thousands of people lost their lives. Millions of women, children and the elderly had to leave their country looking for shelter, also under a hospitable Polish roof. Those who remain, heroically resist the invaders, giving the world an invaluable lesson of courage, love of freedom and sovereignty. Today we all direct our message to them: you are not lonely - we are with you! You will win! - says Tomasz Zdzikot, president of Poczta Polska
Presented on the stamp, by Paweł Myszka, a hug of two hands in the national colors of Poland and Ukraine is to emphasize unity, highlight the community of professed values and announce the involvement in the reconstruction of the new independent Ukraine, after the end of the Russian occupation. The name "We are with you!", In two language versions - in Polish and Ukrainian, it was in the central part of the graphics composition. Along the bottom edge of the stamp was the inscription: Poland.
In addition to the stamp, the FDC envelope (on the first day of circulation) also goes to the circulation. The graphics on the envelope shows the sculpture of the goddess Brzegini (Ukr. Berehynia) standing on Independence Square, which symbolizes Ukraine's independence and commemorate independence.
- Enjoying the freedom and independence of our homeland, we cannot pretend that the current situation in the world does not apply to us. No one else - like Poles - does not understand the need to fight the occupier so well. The community of Christian roots and professing the same - most important for humans - values: protection of life and health makes the solidarity uprising of millions of Poles, is so unbelievable. The world looks at us in disbelief, and we know that helping Ukraine is not a calculated political necessity, but above all the need for a heart. And this need for heart is manifested by this unique circular stamp - says Wiesław Włodek, vice president of Poczta Polska. - We are with you the Ukrainian brothers and we promise that you can also count on us in the future - he adds.
The introduction of emissions into circulation in such a short time was possible mainly due to the huge involvement of the Polish securities label, which completed the order for the production of multi -million circulation at a record pace.
- We are not indifferent to the suffering that affected our neighbors. In the face of the humanitarian crisis caused by the fighting war, every expression of support for the fighting Ukraine is important. Through this value, produced within the walls of the Polish securities label, we manifest our solidarity with the Ukrainian people. This is a special stamp, which on the one hand expresses our admiration for the courage and bravery of Ukrainians, and on the other, provides our support for everyone who has been forced to escape and seek safe shelter. As a nation, we stand up to the challenge, helping refugees from war -torn Ukraine in every corner of our country. We want those who remained to fight, know that their mother, wives, children are safe and surrounded by care - says Maciej Biernat, president of the Polish securities label.
Special philatelic emission is one of many initiatives taken from the beginning of Russian aggression, by Poczta Polska. The principles of emission policy of postal stamps, in line with the spirit of the world postal convention, assume that topics in the emission plan of philatelic values should include events with a special dimension and meaning. Such undoubtedly includes Russia's attack on an independent Ukrainian state. Thanks to the sale of stamps, post office can also engage, also from their own resources, in helping refugees from Ukraine and those who have been in place defending themselves by Russian aggression. Already, the company, in cooperation with clients, entities from the Capital Group and the "Pocztowy Dar" Foundation, sent over 200 pallets to Ukraine with the most necessary items worth over PLN 1.3 million. The company also joined the government's help program attacked by a neighbor. The National Postal Operator gave appropriate state structures at his disposal, including Almost 200 refugees found shelter in them in postal training and recreation centers in postal training centers) and at the Workers' Hotel, vehicles for the transport of Ukrainian citizens from the border to the crisis places indicated by the bars in Poland and for transport to the government agency of strategic reserve. The post office also reported readiness to offer refugees jobs, including in many positions where Polish language skills are not required.
About the stamp: Design author: Paweł Myszka Number of stamps: 1 Sales sheet: 100 stamps Value: priority S. 3,000,000 pcs, repeatable printing technique: rotograwiura format stamp: 31.25 x 25.5 mm paper: fluorescent date of entering into circulation: March 25, 2022