In Odesa, various events were organized in educational institutions to celebrate Defender's Day.

Students participated in courage and memory lessons titled “Dignity and Honor of Ukrainians,” as well as presentations, round tables, film screenings, and exhibitions of children's drawings under the theme “I am a descendant of Cossacks.”

Additionally, young residents of Odesa took part in sports competitions called “We are children of the Cossack lineage,” charity events thanking the defenders of Ukraine, workshops to create talismans for soldiers, patriotic flash mobs titled “In Unity, Our Strength!” and meetings with military personnel.

The school libraries set up thematic exhibitions of literature.

These activities aimed to promote national-patriotic education among children and youth and to celebrate the heroism of military feats.

Eternal glory to those who defend their native land, and eternal memory to those who gave their lives for Ukraine.