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… Continue reading “I was forbidden to play and run, but I wanted to be a footballer”: the story of Yaroslav Svorak’s victories
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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… Continue reading When home becomes the whole world: the story of 12-year-old Iryna from Shumsk
Creating diamond mosaic paintings and helping the Armed Forces of Ukraine: the story of 16-year-old Oleksandr from Chortkiv
Oleksandr Kit is a young man from the city of Chortkiv. He learned how to create diamond mosaics and became one of the volunteers for Ukrainian defenders. His works are exhibited and sold at auctions in Ukraine and abroad, and all proceeds go to help the army. Oleksandr mastered this new type of handicraft at… Continue reading Creating diamond mosaic paintings and helping the Armed Forces of Ukraine: the story of 16-year-old Oleksandr from Chortkiv
Kilometers of trials — and two people who chose to be together. The story of Alla and Vasyl Vasylyshyn
“To move forward, you have to walk,” say Alla and Vasyl Vasylyshyn. Together, they have been through a lot: trials of distance, time, fears, social prejudices, thousands of kilometers on the Ukrainian Railways between Ivano-Frankivsk and Voznesensk, and all this in addition to rare diseases. But these two have become not only spouses, but also… Continue reading Kilometers of trials — and two people who chose to be together. The story of Alla and Vasyl Vasylyshyn
The power of communities: young people in Ivano-Frankivsk developed ideas on how to make the city more accessible
For over a month, meetings entitled “The Power of Communities” were held in Ivano-Frankivsk for young people with disabilities. They were organized by the public association “League of the Strong” to help participants feel that they can influence change and become part of a community that acts as a driving force for inclusive change. According… Continue reading The power of communities: young people in Ivano-Frankivsk developed ideas on how to make the city more accessible