The Urbanist Agenda
Let's Send our Pickup Trucks to Ukraine (with Build the Lanes)
Apr 11, 2025
Stef from Build the Lanes, a YouTube creator focused on Dutch transportation engineering, shares his mission to deliver pickup trucks as aid to Ukraine. He discusses the absurdity of these vehicles in European cities while advocating for their necessity in conflict zones. Topics include the grassroots efforts of the 69th Snipping Brigade, customizing trucks for military use, and the challenges of driving humanitarian convoys through Eastern Europe. Stef's journey reflects the resilience of the Ukrainian people and the growing community support for their needs.
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- The initiative has successfully delivered over 600 modified pickup trucks to Ukraine, significantly enhancing support for military operations amidst the conflict.
- Participants witness the stark realities of war during convoys, which fuels their dedication to fundraising and community involvement efforts for Ukraine's aid.
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Community Efforts to Aid Ukraine
An online initiative called NAFO, inspired by the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, has emerged to combat disinformation and rally support for Ukraine amidst the ongoing conflict. This group of online activists evolved into a more organized structure known as Help 99, collaborating to send much-needed material assistance directly to Ukrainian soldiers. Their work primarily focuses on fundraising for and delivering used pickup trucks, which are modified for military use, and other essential supplies like drones and radios. Over 600 trucks have been successfully delivered, showcasing the significant impact a community can have even without government backing.
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