Vulnerable groups in Frankivsk learned to recognize deepfakes and protect themselves from AI manipulation (PHOTOS)
Author: Sonya Hreida February 20, 2026 On February 20, SMUHA in Ivano-Frankivsk hosted a training session titled “Media Literacy and Digital Security” for people with disabilities, internally displaced persons, and seniors. Participants learned how to distinguish between news generated by artificial intelligence and how to avoid becoming victims of online financial fraud. “Galka” reports on…
The League of the Strong has joined efforts to develop Ukraine’s first standard for accessible language
On March 2, Ukraine’s first national language standard, “Terminology of Accessibility,” was unveiled. Vladimir Vysotsky, a representative of “The League of the Strong” public association and an expert on accessibility and inclusive practices, joined the expert working group that developed the standard. The creation of the Standard is a continuation of First Lady of Ukraine…
Their Own Struggle: Stories of Women Leading Civil Society Organizations
Olga Bobrus, Nia Nickel, Maria Nikitina, Olesia Nosenko, Iaryna Tanchak, and Anna Drohovoz lead civil society organizations that focus on inclusion, accessibility, and support for veterans and families of people with disabilities. In honor of International Women’s Rights Day, we share their stories — about challenges, stereotypes, and the power of civic leadership. “And over…
Doctors in Ivano-Frankivsk were trained in early detection of rehabilitation needs: key points from the training
On February 27, the League of the Strong held a training session entitled “The first signs that a patient needs rehabilitation: how a doctor can restore a person’s functionality and life” in Ivano-Frankivsk. It brought together 20 primary care physicians, surgeons, neurologists, orthopedists, therapists, and hospital doctors. The event was conducted by Iryna Lopushynska, head…
People with disabilities in Chernihiv region can receive assistive devices and legal advice
“League of the Strong” will provide free tools and consultations to people with disabilities from the Chernihiv, Pryluky, and Nizhyn communities. When filling out the vocation form below, you can indicate the need for multiple tools at once. The project aims to provide a rapid and inclusive response, improve living conditions, access to social protection…
Two kilometers on a prosthesis — and not a single step back
The war took Yevheniy Dmytrenko’s leg, but not his faith in the possibility of living a full life. After being wounded in the Kherson region, undergoing rehabilitation and receiving a prosthetic leg, he returned home, set up a barrier-free space for himself, learned to walk kilometers on his prosthetic leg, and obtained a driver’s license.…
Abolition of the «all-Ukrainian» status for NGOs: the position of the «League of the Strong»
In Ukraine, discussion of draft law No. 8084 is ongoing, which proposes to update the rules for the activities and state registration of public organizations, one of the key changes of which is the abolition of the «all-Ukrainian status» for public associations of people with disabilities. Ihor Bevkh, legal advisor and analyst of the League…
“I was forbidden to play and run, but I wanted to be a footballer”: the story of Yaroslav Svorak’s victories
Yaroslav Svorak has lived in Ivano-Frankivsk all his life. This is where he experienced his ups and downs, losses and victories. Since childhood, he has been proving to himself and those around him that with hard work, the support of loved ones, and a strong will, you can achieve a lot. The man does not…
When home becomes the whole world: the story of 12-year-old Iryna from Shumsk
This is the story about Iryna from the town of Shumsk. The girl has a complex illness. Her relatives surround her with love and strongly believe in a better future. The large Dyachuk family lives in the town of Shumsk in the Kremenets district. The parents named each of their five babies at birth as…
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