New Democracy Foundation Will Poll the People of Ukraine

KIEV, Ukraine, May 13, 2010 - A new non-political Democracy Foundation called 'People First'
is being launched today in Ukraine's capital. Its organisers aim to involve
the Ukrainian people in shaping the country's future democratic development
through a series of national internet and postal referenda.

Ukrainians living in the country and abroad will be encouraged
to participate in a series of referenda, the results of which will form the
basis of a 'People's Charter.' This document will represent the most
comprehensive public consultation of what Ukrainians want from their elected
leaders and will be the foundation for dialogue with the president,
government, political parties and NGOs.

"Our goal is simple, to ensure that the views and aspirations
of the people are reflected in Ukraine's democratic development," said Ivan
Matieshin, the President of the People First Foundation. "Democracy is the
voice of the people and our programme is designed to give the people a voice
that is loud enough to reverberate through the corridors of power not only in
Ukraine but right across the world."

The new foundation has no alignment or allegiance to any
political party or political doctrine. It is open to all parties and
individuals to join. That includes all existing and future parties interested
in furthering democracy in Ukraine.

"We will not concern ourselves with party politics and
policies," said Viktor Tkachuk, one of the founders of People First, "we will
leave that to politicians. Our concern is strengthening democratic principles
and encouraging the development of a strong civic society."

People First was founded by Ukrainians concerned about the
democratic direction of the country. Currently, it is being financed solely
by Ukrainian businessman Ivan Matieshin. However, it will seek additional
donors in Ukraine and abroad. It is a transparent organisation and all
donations will be publicly recognised on its website along with its accounts.

A nationwide advertising campaign will start in June 2010.
Depending upon the initial research results, the first referendum is
scheduled for July. The following referenda will take place between autumn
2010 and spring 2011. Data protection software and stringent procedures will
ensure that voting is not manipulated and that voters' details are kept
secure and private. Three months have been allocated for experts to put
together the Charter.

People First wants a truly democratic Ukraine where the will
of the people is recognised as the sole source of State Authority.

    For further information, please contact:
    Martin Nunn
    People First
    Tel: +380-44-536-1508
    Mob: +380-67-233-7333
    Email: martin.nunn@peoplefirst.org.ua

www.peoplefirst.org.ua/

For further information, please contact: Martin Nunn, People First, Tel: +380-44-536-1508, Mob: +380-67-233-7333, Email: martin.nunn at peoplefirst.org.ua