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The VETERANKA Movement is launching its local branch in Lviv and the Lviv region. To ensure effective work of our team, we are conducting a survey among women and men veterans in the region.
The aim of the research is to understand the real situation regarding the accessibility of services for veterans and the key challenges specifically in the Lviv region.
The results of this study will form the foundation for the further work of the local branch. In particular, we will identify which services are truly lacking in the city and region, in order to advocate for their implementation or[...]
07.05.2026
Global IT product development company United Tech has launched Veteran Product Lab, a course for women and men veterans.
The program is an intensive training course designed to help veterans transition into product IT. Participants will receive a strong theoretical foundation through lectures, work on real product-related tasks, and have the opportunity to begin cooperation with United Tech in the role of Product Manager or Product Assistant.
The course is intended for people with managerial, analytical, or leadership experience who want to apply their skills within product[...]
07.05.2026
The VETERANKA Movement, with the support of the British Embassy in Ukraine, presents a new educational series on the Diia.Education platform – "Gender-Sensitive and Non-Discriminatory Communication in the Armed Forces of Ukraine."
This is a practical course focused on mutual respect, trust, effective communication, and understanding one’s rights within the military environment. Over the course of 14 episodes, experts explore how to build strong team dynamics, maintain morale, de-escalate conflict, and protect oneself in difficult situations — regardless of rank, experience, or[...]
01.05.2025
In February, we maintained our usual fundraising capacity and sent aid to the frontline for UAH 3,594,729, including drones, Starlink, generators, cars, tactical medicine, and ammunition.
We delivered the first part of the “Strength of Sisterhood” fundraiser to the Dnipro and Donetsk directions. The full report will be available tomorrow.
We have also prepared a crucial fundraiser for March 8. Stay tuned for updates and get ready to support us with a donation instead of tulips and mimosas.
Traditionally, we would like to thank everyone who supports our military, especially our[...]
05.03.2025
December was an intense month, with the frontline approaching as inevitably as the holidays. And we, regardless of the season, did everything possible to support the women in the army who hold this frontline. With your help, in December, the VETERANKA movement team directed UAH 2,883,171 to support our military.
We managed to fulfill 32 requests from female defenders and their units. We handed over 2 vehicles, spent UAH 48,000 on repairing frontline cars, and UAH 21,800 on refueling them.
Additionally, we purchased and delivered to the frontline equipment that will help destroy the[...]
01.01.2025
Kateryna Pryimak, co-founder and leader of the VETERANKA, a volunteer, has been awarded the prestigious Franco-German Human Rights Prize. This award is presented annually to activists from all over the world who dedicate their activities to the protection of human rights.
The French Ambassador to Ukraine Gaël Veyssière and the Deputy Ambassador to Ukraine Tim Pragne presented the award. Kateryna Pryimak was awarded for her tireless work defending the rights of women servicewomen and veterans in Ukraine.
“I am grateful for this award because it shows that our efforts are noticeable[...]
15.12.2024
In November, many people are already preparing for the winter holidays, and with your help, we, the Veteranka movement team, were able to send 4,016,434 UAH to help the Ukrainian military.
In total, we have closed 55 applications from women defenders and their units. In particular, we delivered 2 automobiles and 5 items of FPV/UAV, as well as components for them. Now, the girls and guys will be able to get to their positions more safely and hit the enemy more efficiently. To enable the movement of these and other combat vehicles, we have refuelled them for 27,790 UAH.
We also[...]
03.12.2024
When experiencing grief, we rely on both internal and external supports.
Internal support comes from our own knowledge, skills, and personal experiences.
External support includes other people, objects, and events.
Taking care of yourself means strengthening your physical well-being and expanding your sources of emotional support. Learning from the experiences of others can be invaluable. Connecting with people who have gone through similar experiences can provide comfort, understanding, and different methods of self-care. Books and films that explore these themes can also be[...]
25.11.2024
The Veteranka movement team directed 1,348,015 UAH to help the Ukrainian military in October.
And this is:
50 items of FPV/UAVs and their components to burn the enemy;
3,088 items of tacmed to save the lives of the best defenders in the world;
108 items of camouflage equipment made by our volunteers;
37 items of accoutrements and equipment;
35 items of clothing and footwear;
UAH 23,268 for fuel for military vehicles.
We are grateful to those who donate, repost, open endless auxiliary jars and support fundraisings – we can reach the goal only together.
In addition[...]
01.11.2024
No matter the nature of the loss, it changes everything—your well-being, emotional state, self-perception, and relationships with loved ones.
Sometimes, grief brings families closer together; other times, it does not.
Families with established mechanisms of mutual support are often better able to adapt to new realities, develop new patterns of interaction, and cultivate acceptance.
Loss and grief can also shift family roles. For example, adult children may take on more responsibility for their parents or grandparents, stepping into the role of senior family members. Siblings of[...]
15.10.2024