Ukrainian polar explorers working at the Akademik Vernadsky station have launched an unusual charitable initiative — an Antarctic auction. WomanEL tells how to get an embroidered shirt with a penguin, a flag from Antarctica, a photo card with penguins from expedition biologist Serhiy Glotov and other unique lots.
ContentWhat you can buy at the auctionHow to join the auctionWhy it's important
The goal of the event is to raise 310 thousand hryvnias to purchase DJI Mavic 3 and 3T drones and a Bandera Power 860 S charging station for our colleagues who are currently defending Ukraine in the ranks of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
What can be purchased at the auction
The auction features unique lots related to the Antarctic station and its symbolism:
- embroidery with penguins, whales and palm trees, combining Ukrainian tradition with Antarctic motifs;
- cap with the logo of the Akademik Vernadsky station;
- collectible Antarctic stamps;
- the flag of Ukraine that visited Antarctica;
- personal online tour of the station;
- socks and patches with a unique design.
How to join the auction
All lots have already been posted on the National Antarctic Science Center's social media page. To participate:
- Select a lot with a photo.
- In the comments to the selected lot, offer your price, which should be at least 100 hryvnias higher than the starting price.
- The auction will last until December 3, 2024, 10:00. The winner will be the one who offers the highest amount at the time of the end of the auction.
The polar explorers also offer everyone who wants to make a charitable contribution of at least 500 hryvnias. Among those who donate more than 500 UAH, 5 unique Antarctic chevrons will be raffled off, which are a symbol of the station and the work of Ukrainian scientists in the harshest conditions on the planet.
Why is this important?
The initiative demonstrates the unity of Ukrainians even thousands of kilometers from their native land. The funds raised will go to the technical equipment of the Ukrainian military, which will help them more effectively perform combat missions. The Antarctic auction is not only a way to support the Armed Forces of Ukraine, but also an opportunity to get a piece of Antarctica, which will become a unique symbol of charity and care.
Previously, the Ukrainian flag was raised in space during the first SpaceX Polaris Dawn tourist mission.