Run for Freedom: Charity Run for the Release of Prisoners to Take Place in Kyiv on September 13

Registration is open for the advocacy run Run for Freedom in support of the release of Ukrainian soldiers and civilians from captivity. The event will take place on September 13 in Kyiv. For the second year in a row, it is being organized at the initiative of Kyiv School of Economics (KSE) students and Professor Timothy Snyder, who will personally join the run.

Timothy Snyder, Professor, UNITED24 Ambassador: “I joined Run for Freedom so that the world learns about all the civilians and soldiers who are being unlawfully held in Russian captivity during this illegal war. This run is meant to make people remember, not forget, and seek ways to help.”

When & Where: September 13, Kyiv, Natalka Park

Distances: 1 km, 5 km, or 10 km — so that everyone can take part in the movement for freedom.

Entry fee: From 300 UAH to 950 UAH depending on the distance. All contributions will be converted by KSE Foundation into support for Ukraine’s Defense Forces. Participation is free of charge for military personnel, veterans, and families of prisoners of war.

Registration: https://timer.newrun.com.ua/event/191 (open until September 11 inclusive)

Goal of the run: To draw international attention to the urgent issue of releasing Ukrainian prisoners — both military and civilian. Every participant becomes part of the freedom movement and a source of support for families awaiting their loved ones’ return.

Organizers: KSE Foundation, DefDev, RECOVERY National Network of Rehabilitation Centers for Wounded Soldiers, and the Heart of Azovstal initiative.

Media partners: ShoTam, 1+1 Ukraine, and Interfax-Ukraine news agency.

All proceeds from ticket sales, after covering organizational costs, will be directed by KSE Foundation to support Ukraine’s