Author: Мартиненко Олексій

On 25 September, “The League of the Strong” launched the #ICanWork flash mob to collect and share stories from people with disabilities about their job searches, employment and professional fulfilment. Both those who are already in work and those currently looking for a job are welcome to take part. The labour market for people with… Continue reading “The League of the Strong” launches the #ICanWork flash mob: people with disabilities are encouraged to share their work experiences

On 29 September, a meeting of the National Council for Accessibility took place, attended by Daria Kukurika, Executive Director of “The League of the Strong”. Participants discussed the results of implementing the state accessibility policy over the first nine months of 2026, the outcomes of flagship projects, international cooperation and plans to remove barriers in… Continue reading 9 months of work and plans for 2027: key decisions of the National Council for Accessibility

The Health Centre of the State Penitentiary Service of Ukraine has taken into account a number of proposals from “The League of the Strong” regarding the draft amendments to the List of Medical Conditions, which is used when deciding whether a person with severe disabilities can continue to serve their sentence. In total, 14 out… Continue reading The draft updated list of illnesses affecting prisoners has taken into account “The League of the Strong’s” proposals regarding a non-discriminatory approach

What should the path be for a young person with a disability — from education to their first job or starting their own business? Public policy still lacks a clear answer. The reason is simple: there is not enough data on young people’s real-life experiences. That is why “The League of the Strong” public association… Continue reading “The League of the Strong” has launched a national survey of young people: who can take part

On 24 September, an open presentation and discussion took place in Kyiv on the draft Law of Ukraine “On the Basic Principles of State Policy for the Creation of a Barrier-Free Society in Ukraine”. Ulyana Pcholkina, Chair of the Board of “The League of the Strong” public organisation, took part in a panel discussion on… Continue reading Ulyana Pcholkina: The law on accessibility should result in a real reduction in barriers

23 September marks International Sign Language Day. This is an opportunity to learn more about Ukrainian Sign Language (USL) and how to make communication with its users more comfortable. Sign language is a fully-fledged language with its own structure, grammar and vocabulary. It is not universal: different countries use different sign languages. At the same… Continue reading Sign language: how to communicate appropriately with Ukrainian Sign Language users and where to find the right signs

The President of Ukraine has signed Law No. 14191, which strengthens state support for children with disabilities, people with disabilities from childhood, and their families. The law provides for a transition from piecemeal assistance to a comprehensive support system — combining cash payments with social, medical and educational services. Among the key changes is an… Continue reading The President has signed Law No. 14191 on comprehensive support for children and people with disabilities from childhood

Eight-year-old Davyd Mykhanchuk from Pryluky dreams of becoming a footballer. He also loves doing tricks on his scooter and drawing. And he does all this despite having a rare illness. To improve at the things he loves and get closer to realising his dream, Davyd, overcoming pain and fatigue, constantly does therapeutic exercises. — My… Continue reading 17 plaster casts, 4 operations and one big dream of playing football — the story of 8-year-old Davyd

“The League of the Strong” has joined the KOVA working group, which will carry out a comprehensive assessment of the needs of people with disabilities and older people living in residential care homes in the Kyiv region. The working group was established by the Kyiv Regional Military Administration by Order No. 991 of 17 June… Continue reading An assessment of the needs of people with disabilities in residential care homes is to be carried out in the Kyiv region: “The League of the Strong” has joined the working group