National Legend of Ukraine

TypeAward

Awarded for"significant contribution to the development of the national economy, science, education, culture, art, sports, healthcare, as well as for active charitable and public activities."^[1]

Presented byPresident of Ukraine

EligibilityCitizens of Ukraine, foreigners and stateless persons

National Legend of Ukraine
Type	Award
Awarded for	"significant contribution to the development of the national economy, science, education, culture, art, sports, healthcare, as well as for active charitable and public activities."[1]
Presented by	President of Ukraine
Eligibility	Citizens of Ukraine, foreigners and stateless persons
Status	Active
Established	14 July 2021
First award	20 August 2021
Final award	23 August 2023
Total awarded posthumously	6
Total recipients	25

The title of National Legend of Ukraine is a state award of Ukraine granted to individuals viewed as having made significant contributions to Ukrainian culture, sports, sciences, or society through public activities. It was founded by a presidential decree by Volodymyr Zelenskyy on 14 July 2021, and first awarded on 20 August 2021.^[1] The award's establishment was part of broader celebrations of the 30th anniversary of Ukrainian independence that occurred throughout 2021.^[2] It was designed by Ukrainian jeweller Valeriia Huzema [uk].^[3]