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In Ukraine, animal rights issues have been a low priority for a long time, even before the war started. Here you can find the latest news about our work in Ukraine.
Who is moving Ukraine towards a cage-free future − and who is being left behind?
This World Egg Day, Project 1882 is shifting the focus from eggs to the hens who produce them, highlighting the stark differences in how international food companies treat animals in Ukraine and calling on Auchan to stop tolerating cages.
Public support grows for cage-free farming in Ukraine, survey finds
A public opinion survey conducted on 25th February 2026 demonstrates growing public support among Ukrainians for transitioning away from cruel, outdated cage systems for egg-laying hens. The research, commissioned with the support of Project 1882 Ukraine and carried out by Active Group, shows that Ukrainians are increasingly aware of and support a cage-free future.
McDonald’s Ukraine announces cage-free commitment
A major step forward for hens in Ukraine: McDonald’s Ukraine has announced that it is now 100% cage-free following discussions with Project 1882. The commitment means that all eggs used across McDonald’s more than 120 restaurants in Ukraine now come from cage-free systems instead of hens confined in cages. It is a significant milestone in a country where around 98% of the egg-laying hens are still kept in cages.
Strong international support for a ban on hen cages in Ukraine
In a letter signed by Project 1882 and twelve other European animal organisations, Ukraine is urged to introduce a ban on keeping hens in cages.
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Project 1882's work in Ukraine
In Ukraine, animal rights issues have been a low priority for a long time, even before the war started.
Since 2023, Project 1882 has been active in the country, aiming to work on both short-term efforts, such as providing disaster relief and support to Ukrainian volunteer groups helping animals directly affected by the war, as well as long-term initiatives to make a real difference for the animals that are the most exploited and suffer the worst.
Read more about the work Project 1882 is doing in Ukraine.
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