# Studying in Savonia is safe

> Savonia condemns Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and expresses its support to Ukraine.

## Statement on the Situation in Ukraine

21.04.2022

Savonia condemns Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and expresses its support to Ukraine in a joint statement with ARENE (the Rectors’ Conference of Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences).

## Safety for Students

Studying in Finland is still safe, and it is safe to come to study in Savonia. You can read news from Finland in English on the [This is Finland website](https://finland.fi/) and the [Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland’s website](https://um.fi/frontpage).

## Support for Ukrainian Refugees

In response to the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Ukraine, universities and The Ministry of Education and Culture of Finland offer services and study opportunities for Ukrainians.