The League of the Strong presented the Catalogue of Solutions for the Implementation of Inclusive Employment in Ukraine, a tool for business, community and government developed jointly at facilitated meetings. The document contains practical steps to create an accessible and fair labour market in Ukraine. This was stated by Daria Kukurika (Sydorenko), Executive Director of… Continue reading How to make the labour market accessible to all? The League of the Strong presented the Catalogue of Solutions
Author: Березюк Ірина
From Bakhmut to Cherkasy: How the support helps Mariia with autism spectrumdisorder adapt to a new life.
The war has changed the lives of millions of Ukrainians. Even ordinary things have become a challenge for many people, and in some cases, adaptation to new realities gets more complicated by their health conditions. In such cases, professional rehabilitation plays a crucial role and it is actively supported by the public organization “League of… Continue reading From Bakhmut to Cherkasy: How the support helps Mariia with autism spectrumdisorder adapt to a new life.
A decent life for everyone: how the League of the Strong is implementing the Empower Ukraine project in Cherkasy Region
The Empower Ukraine project is operating in Cherkasy region. It is implemented by the League of the Strong public union with a team of local project coordinators. The organization’s work is aimed at protecting the rights of people with disabilities, their visibility in society, and creating equal opportunities. Through advocacy, support for local communities, and… Continue reading A decent life for everyone: how the League of the Strong is implementing the Empower Ukraine project in Cherkasy Region
Culture of support and tolerance. How “Empower Ukraine” coordinators help people with disabilities in the Yezupil Community
Barriers are created by people but we are also responsible for building accessibility. When a supermarket door opens automatically for us, that’s accessibility. And when we are addressed correctly and not placed into socially constructed boxes, it’s not just about ethics – it’s about accessibility too. So, what is it really about? It’s about our… Continue reading Culture of support and tolerance. How “Empower Ukraine” coordinators help people with disabilities in the Yezupil Community
Barrier-Free Test: Has Cherkasy ASC Passed the Accessibility Test by the League of the Strong?
The Administrative Service Center in Cherkasy is a place visited by hundreds of citizens every day. There are people with disabilities, mothers with baby strollers, the elderly, and veterans among them. They all strive to feel comfortable and have free access to services. Therefore, the issue of accessibility and barrier-free ASCs is the cornerstone of… Continue reading Barrier-Free Test: Has Cherkasy ASC Passed the Accessibility Test by the League of the Strong?
President of Ukraine signs Law No. 5344-d on employment of people with disabilities
On February 27, the President of Ukraine signed Law No. 5344-d, “On Amendments to Certain Laws of Ukraine on Ensuring the Rights of Persons with Disabilities to Work”, which was adopted by the Verkhovna Rada in mid-January. The public union “League of the Strong” actively advocated for expanding employment opportunities for people with disabilities and… Continue reading President of Ukraine signs Law No. 5344-d on employment of people with disabilities
“I wanted a Zhiguli, but I got a BMW in the field of active wheelchairs”: why targeted specialised care is important
Victoria is a mother of many children whose youngest son has a disability due to congenital spina bifida. She vowed to get her son back on his feet despite the difficult diagnosis: she started rehabilitation as soon as she and her baby were discharged from hospital 15 years ago. The woman made a lot of… Continue reading “I wanted a Zhiguli, but I got a BMW in the field of active wheelchairs”: why targeted specialised care is important
How to help military and civilians overcome the consequences ofwar: Ternopil region’s experience
War leaves not only physical but also deep psychological wounds. Many people hide their pain behind the usual “I’m fine,” although in reality they are experiencing stress, loss, and inner despair. This is especially true for soldiers returning from the frontline. To help them and other vulnerable groups, the Empower Ukraine project, implemented by the… Continue reading How to help military and civilians overcome the consequences ofwar: Ternopil region’s experience
“Gain Confidence, Find a Community, Open Up.” What the League of the Strong’s Talks on Resilience Gave Frankivsk Residents
Several dozen participants, including people with disabilities, internally displaced persons, veterans and their families, have been meeting for six months as part of the ‘6 Conversations on Resilience’ initiative. This project was launched in Ivano-Frankivsk by the League of the Strong as part of the Empower Ukraine project. Participants of the initiative had the opportunity… Continue reading “Gain Confidence, Find a Community, Open Up.” What the League of the Strong’s Talks on Resilience Gave Frankivsk Residents