«Hi, everyone. I have Down syndrome. Don’t be surprised by my comments, because I don’t know how to write,» is how Dmytro Lapay introduces himself on his TikTok account. But does the ability to write really determine a person’s value? Of course not. The 19-year-old from Cherkasy proves this every day, winning over his audience… Continue reading Inspiration in Everyday Life: How Dmytro Lapay, a Young Man from Cherkasy, Is Conquering TikTok and the City’s Stages
Author: Юристовська Анастасія
From a dream to a book: The story of a 25‑year‑old author from Ivano‑Frankivsk
A year ago his greatest dream was to publish his own works. Today, Taras is a published writer who presented his book, “The Mystery of Orion”, to the citizens of Ivano‑Frankivsk on August 13 and he hopes to one day see his story on a theater stage or a cinematic screen. Getting out of the… Continue reading From a dream to a book: The story of a 25‑year‑old author from Ivano‑Frankivsk
Returning from the frontline: How to talk to veterans and support their families
A training session dedicated to the psychological support of military personnel returning from the front and their families took place in Ternopil. The event was led by clinical psychologist and psychotherapist Liubov Kachura. “Rehabilitation is not just about prosthetics and physical recovery. Above all, it’s about restoring mental health,” says expert Liubov Kachura. The meeting… Continue reading Returning from the frontline: How to talk to veterans and support their families
Training in Ternopil to address psychological support for veterans
A specialized training session on psychological support for veterans will take place on August 13 in Ternopil. The event will focus on the challenges of reintegration after returning from the front line, as well as effective communication strategies with individuals who have combat experience. The event is organized by the Civic Union “League of the… Continue reading Training in Ternopil to address psychological support for veterans
Always thinking of the defenders: Marko’s story from the Day Care Center
“I am asking for our soldiers,” says Marko, as he begins the morning gratitude circle at the Day Employment Center for young people with mental disorders. The center, managed by the Dream Workshop NGO, has been a cornerstone of Marko’s life since he joined in 2019. Over the years, it has become a place where he… Continue reading Always thinking of the defenders: Marko’s story from the Day Care Center
School for Everyone: How an Educational Program Helps Children and Adolescents with Complex Developmental Disabilities Learn and Socialize
January marks the start of the second semester of the “School for Everyone” program for young people with complex developmental disabilities. This educational initiative not only helps participants acquire new knowledge but also provides opportunities for socialization and personal development. The program is implemented by the NGO “Seeing with the Heart”, with support from the… Continue reading School for Everyone: How an Educational Program Helps Children and Adolescents with Complex Developmental Disabilities Learn and Socialize
Government adopts proposals by the “League of the Strong” in amendments to State building standards on inclusiveness of buildings and structures
The Ministry of Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine has approved Amendment No. 2 to the State Building Standards (SBS) B.2.2-40 “Inclusivity of Buildings and Structures» — the key document outlining accessibility standards for the design, construction, reconstruction, restoration, and overhaul of residential and public buildings. Experts from the “League of the Strong” public union… Continue reading Government adopts proposals by the “League of the Strong” in amendments to State building standards on inclusiveness of buildings and structures
Olena Zelenska at the National forum on the rights of people with disabilities: “Being visible with your problems is an inalienable right of every person”
On December 2–3, Kyiv hosted the National Forum on the Rights of People with Disabilities, a key platform for discussing pathways to achieving European standards of respect and protection of the rights of people with disabilities in Ukraine. The event was organized by the public union “League of the Strong” and NGO “Fight for Right”,… Continue reading Olena Zelenska at the National forum on the rights of people with disabilities: “Being visible with your problems is an inalienable right of every person”
“League of the Strong” presents UN Committee Recommendations on the rights of persons with disabilities
A presentation of the UN Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities’ recommendations for Ukraine was held in Kyiv. Representatives of ministries, international organizations, and civil society gathered to discuss how to implement these recommendations at the national level to improve the rights and living conditions of people with disabilities in Ukraine. The event… Continue reading “League of the Strong” presents UN Committee Recommendations on the rights of persons with disabilities