Television and the Crisis in Ukraine

The Television Academy joins the global community in standing with the people of Ukraine and condemning its invasion by Russia.

At this devastating moment in history, we are reminded of television’s important role in bringing stories from, and about, Ukraine to light.

First, of course, we are grateful for the world's news bureaus and the courageous, dedicated journalists on the ground who, at enormous risk, are reporting from the war zone today.

In addition, we want to draw attention to powerful productions in recent years that have brought greater awareness to the history of Ukraine and the resilience of its people.

These include the 2016 Netflix documentary Winter on Fire: Ukraine's Fight for Freedom and the 2019 HBO limited series Chernobyl.

Winter on Fire: Ukraine's Fight for Freedom received an Emmy nomination for Exceptional Merit in Documentary Filmmaking and was a recipient of a Television Academy Honor in 2016.

More information about the production is available at:

Winter on Fire: Ukraine's Fight for Freedom

2016 Television Academy Honors: Winter on Fire: Ukraine's Fight for Freedom

Winter On Fire Receives a 2016 Television Academy Honors Award

Chernobyl won seven Emmys, including Outstanding Limited Series.

More information about the production is available at:

Power to the People—Emmy Magazine

Secrets, Lies, and Power—Online Original

From news to documentaries to scripted dramas, our medium is uniquely equipped to inform, educate and enlighten — a privilege we do not take lightly.

As Chernobyl executive producer Craig Mazin said from the stage on Emmy night, in television, "We can make stories be known permanently, and that’s a remarkable power and responsibility for us all."

For information regarding ways to help Ukraine, please visit our Support for Ukraine Resources.