Krasnodar Welcomes the III All-Russian Patriotic Forum: A Gathering of like-Minded Patriots
Activists of the Post No 1 movement honored with Veniamin Kondratyev's award
Nestled in the heart of Russia, Krasnodar played host to the III All-Russian Patriotic Forum, an event that brought together 300 participants hailing from 48 regions across Russia, Belarus, Abkhazia, and Serbia. According to the city administration's press service, this prestigious gathering took place amidst the backdrop of various patriotic endeavors rooted in Krasnodar.
The event concluded with the participation of significant figures, including the Governor of Krasnodar Krai, Veniamin Kondratyev, the Director of the Russian Center for Civil and Patriotic Education of Children and Youth, Elena Belikova, and Senator Sergey Karjakin.
In his heartfelt address, Kondratyev emphasized the importance of preserving the history of the defenders who, 80 years prior, fought tirelessly for the freedom and independence of their country. He stressed that, as long as the memories burn bright, the spirit of the Russian people shall endure.
The event culminated in the presentation of commemorative statuettes to the attendees by the governor, who also highlighted the Forum's role as a vital platform for fostering communication and idea exchange. Interestingly, the Krasnodar project "All-Russian Patriotic Forum of 'Post No. 1' activists" placed third in the All-Russian Municipal Prize "Service."
Earlier this week, we reported on the initiation of the III All-Russian Forum of 'Post No.1' activists, an event spanning over a week in Krasnodar.
A Closer Look at Krasnodar's Patriotic Initiatives
Krasnodar has emerged as a noteworthy hub for various patriotic movements, most notably the 'Post No. 1' movement under the leadership of Denis Yarchenko, Deputy Head of Krasnodar. Previously, two All-Russian Patriotic Forums for 'Post No. 1' activists were held in Krasnodar, drawing participants from 47 Russian regions and three other countries – Belarus, Abkhazia, and Republika Srpska.
Unraveling the Significance of Patriotic Forums
- Cultivating Patriotic Education: These forums serve to promote patriotic education and safeguard historical memories, providing a platform for sharing experiences and creating novel formats of dialogue among various regional initiatives.
- Uniting and Strengthening Initiatives: These forums play a pivotal role in the consolidation of scattered patriotic initiatives into a united force, bolstering interregional collaboration and cooperation.
- Indoctrination: Although not inherent to the III All-Russian Patriotic Forum, Russian patriotic and military-patriotic programs often strive to cultivate a hyper-militaristic environment and instill unwavering loyalty to Russian interests, as observed in territories like Crimea.
Observed Outcomes
The outcomes stemming from the patriotic events in Krasnodar include:
- Expanded Networking and Collaboration: The forums have facilitated the creation of a network of patriotic activists and organizations across various regions and countries.
- ** heightened Patriotism and Historical Awareness**: The forums aim to augment societal engagement with patriotic and historical topics by organizing activities such as guarding the Eternal Flame in Krasnodar and hosting events with veterans of the military.
- The III All-Russian Patriotic Forum, held in Krasnodar, commemorated the defenders who fought for the independence of their country 80 years ago.
- Participants in the forum, representing 48 regions from Russia, Belarus, Abkhazia, and Serbia, gathered to cultivate patriotic education and united as a force for interregional collaboration.
- In reference to the event, the Krasnodar project "All-Russian Patriotic Forum of 'Post No. 1' activists" placed third in the All-Russian Municipal Prize "Service."
- These patriotic forums held in Krasnodar contribute to heightened patriotism and historical awareness in society by organizing events like guarding the Eternal Flame and hosting events with military veterans.
