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In partnership with CEDEM
Without volunteers, Ukraine’s fight against Russia would hardly be possible. The third year of the full-scale war presents new challenges to the volunteer community. But have we already addressed the issues that volunteers, organizations engaging them, funds, and humanitarian organizations have faced since 2014? Which problems can no longer be postponed? We will discuss the key areas of CSO work to strengthen Ukraine’s defense capabilities: weapons, drones, vehicles, tactical medicine, humanitarian work, and the evacuation of civilians. We’ll also touch upon foreign volunteers and legionnaires, the most pressing issues in legislative regulation, and collectively shape our vision for supporting the volunteer movement.
Speakers:
– Yuriy Uzych, Advisor to Minister of Social Policy of Ukraine
– Liubov Shipovych, Dignitas Ukraine
– Kira Rodkina, Volunteer, Tactical Medicine Instructor
– Natalia Lipska, Head of the “Wings of Hope” Charitable Foundation
– Mateusz Wodzinski, Individual Volunteer from Poland
– Olesya Kholopik, Director of the Center for Democracy and Rule of Law
Moderator:
Oleksandr Pedan, TV Presenter, Activist
This panel discussion will serve as a platform to reimagine veteran policy in Ukraine and transition from a paternalistic approach to a partnership model between veterans, society, and the state. The discussion emphasizes the principle “Nothing for Veterans Without Veterans,” advocating for a new governance culture where veterans’ voices are integral to policymaking. Their lived experiences, combined with insights into the consequences of war, can significantly enhance the quality of government decisions and programs. The event will provide a space for constructive dialogue between the government, veterans, and international partners.
Speakers:
– Matthew Johnson, Political Section Advisor, U.S. Embassy
– Yuriy Hudymenko, Combat Veteran, Public Activist
– Leda Kosmachevska, Partner of Fallen Combat Medic of the 77th Mechanized Brigade, Valentyn Dobryi
– Daria Tsepkova, representative of GSC Game World (developer of Stalker 2), narrative designer, and localizer
– Nadiya Haran, combat veteran and localizer of the English version of Stalker 2
– Oleksandr Dzhusupov, serviceman of the 93rd Mechanized Brigade “Kholodnyi Yar”
– Olha Danilova, Advisor to the Ukrainian Ombudsman for Human Rights on Veteran Policy Issues
Moderator:
Kateryna Eichman, Communications Expert, Charitable Foundation “Vesta”
In partnership with Come Back Alive Foundation
During the discussion, we will explore the prioritization of the military for the survival of a nation in the context of a prolonged war. Participants will examine key aspects such as how to prepare effectively for war while maintaining economic stability and avoiding internal exhaustion.
Speakers:
– Arsen “Lemko” Dmytryk, Battalion Commander of the 12th Special Purpose Brigade “Azov,” National Guard of Ukraine
– Nataliya Kryvda, Doctor of Philosophy, Professor at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Chair of the Supervisory Board of the Ukrainian Cultural Foundation
– Oleh Karpenko, Deputy Director of the “Come Back Alive” Foundation
– Mykola Bєlieskov, Senior Analyst at the “Come Back Alive” Initiative Center
– Kateryna Chernogorenko, Deputy Minister of Defense of Ukraine for Digital Development, Transformation, and Digitalization (TBC)
– Yuriy Melnyk, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of MHP, Head of the Sustainability Directorate at MHP
Moderator:
Akhtem Seitablaiev
