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The First Training in Ukraine on Countering Technology-Facilitated Violence
Our colleague took part in Ukraine’s first specialized training on understanding, identifying, and countering technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV). Over the course of two days, participants explored today’s digital safety challenges, learned to recognize emerging forms of online violence, and became familiar with practical tools for supporting survivors. For the Luhansk Association of Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (LAAOI), participation in trainings like this is an important opportunity to strengthen our team’s expertise and integrate modern approaches into our work to protect the rights of persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups. We sincerely thank the International Rescue Committee (IRC) for organizing this important training and for providing the opportunity to contribute to the development of safer digital environments and stronger standards for online safety.
27.07.2026
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LAOOI and the Dnipropetrovsk Administration Join Forces to Advance Accessibility and Inclusion
Luhansk Association of Organizations of Persons with Disabilities Expands Partnership to Promote Accessibility and Inclusion The Luhansk Association of Organizations of Persons with Disabilities continues to strengthen partnerships aimed at creating a more accessible and inclusive environment. A Memorandum of Cooperation has been signed between the Department of Social Protection of the Population of the Dnipropetrovsk Regional State Administration and the Luhansk Association of Organizations of Persons with Disabilities. The Memorandum provides a framework for joint efforts to implement the national barrier-free policy, promote accessible environments, and support persons with disabilities and other people with reduced mobility. As part of the cooperation, the parties will work together to: implement barrier-free principles in local communities; organize joint events, round tables, training sessions, and consultations; promote inclusive education, employment opportunities, and social services; develop and implement joint projects and programmes; exchange experience, methodological resources, and best practices; prepare proposals to improve mechanisms for ensuring accessibility and inclusion. This partnership marks another important step in strengthening cooperation between civil society and public authorities to build a society where equal opportunities are not merely declared, but become part of everyday life. Together, we are working to make accessibility and inclusion the standard for every resident of the Dnipropetrovsk region.
08.07.2026
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LAOOI and the PRO BONO Legal Clinic Renew Their Partnership
The team of the Luhansk Association of Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (LAAOPD) took part in an online working meeting during which cooperation with the PRO BONO Legal Clinic of Volodymyr Dahl East Ukrainian National University was officially renewed. The meeting brought together Mykola Nadulichnyi , Head of LAAOPD, Viacheslav Romanenko , the Association’s legal adviser, representatives of the Department of Public and Private Law, the Faculty of Law, Humanities and Social Sciences, as well as consultants from the PRO BONO Legal Clinic. The main focus of the discussion was ensuring the right of persons with disabilities to employment and the practical implementation of the provisions of Law of Ukraine No. 4219-IX , aimed at creating equal employment opportunities. Participants also reviewed the experience of several European Union countries, including Spain, the Netherlands, Denmark, and Germany, and discussed ways to adapt their best practices to the Ukrainian context. Particular attention was paid to the challenges caused by the war, the growing number of veterans, and the urgent need to build a truly barrier-free labour market. As a result of the meeting, the participants identified key areas for future cooperation, including the analysis of Ukrainian and European legislation, research into European integration requirements within Cluster 3: Competitiveness and Inclusive Development , and the preparation of proposals to improve mechanisms for ensuring the right of persons with disabilities to work. We sincerely thank our partners for their openness to cooperation and our shared commitment to developing effective solutions that will contribute to a more inclusive society.
29.06.2026
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LAOOI visited the “Ortoped” Prosthetics and Rehabilitation Center in Poltava
Rehabilitation Is More Than Recovery — It Is a Return to an Active Life The team of the Luhansk Association of Organizations of Persons with Disabilities , led by its Head, Mykola Nadulichnyi , visited the “Ortoped” Prosthetics and Rehabilitation Center in Poltava. During the visit, the team learned about the center’s work, modern approaches to prosthetic care, and comprehensive rehabilitation services for people who have lost limbs due to war, injuries, or illness. Particular attention was drawn to the fact that the center focuses not only on physical recovery but also on social reintegration and helping people return to independent, fulfilling lives. Rehabilitation equipment, sports activities, daily living skills training, and modern technologies, including virtual reality (VR) solutions, help patients regain their abilities, confidence, and motivation to move forward. For the Luhansk Association of Organizations of Persons with Disabilities, such visits provide an important opportunity to learn from successful practices, explore new approaches to supporting persons with disabilities, and strengthen cooperation between organizations working to promote accessibility, inclusion, and a dignified life for everyone. We sincerely thank the team at the “Ortoped” Prosthetics and Rehabilitation Center for their openness, professionalism, and dedicated work in helping people regain their independence, active lifestyles, and confidence in their own abilities.
26.06.2026
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LAOOI Joined a Series of Safety Training Sessions
Safety Is an Integral Part of Humanitarian Work When working in frontline communities, it is essential not only to provide humanitarian assistance but also to be prepared to operate in high-risk environments. That is why the team of the Luhansk Association of Organizations of Persons with Disabilities participated in a series of safety training sessions held within the joint project “Comprehensive Protection and Support for Conflict-Affected Populations in Frontline Communities of Kharkiv and Donetsk Regions (Kramatorsk and Sloviansk Communities)” , implemented together with the Community Development Foundation NGO and the International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Ukraine . The participants received training in mine risk awareness, safety procedures during air raid alerts and drone attacks, as well as first aid. These skills help save lives and ensure that humanitarian assistance can be delivered safely, even in the most challenging conditions. We sincerely thank our partners and trainers for sharing practical knowledge that is of exceptional value today.
25.06.2026
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Exhibition “Accessibility Means Seeing the Person Beyond the Words” Opens in Lviv
Accessibility Begins with Words: An Exhibition in Lviv Promotes Respect for Every Person The exhibition “Accessibility Means Seeing the Person Beyond the Words” is currently on display at the Lviv Regional State Administration. More than just an art project, it serves as an important reminder that the words we choose shape how we treat one another — they can either break down barriers or create them. The exhibition highlights the importance of seeing the person first, rather than their diagnosis, disability, life circumstances, or past experiences. Behind every word is a human life, a personal story, dreams, and dignity. The display presents examples of both respectful and inappropriate language used when referring to persons with disabilities, veterans, children who have lost parental care, former prisoners of war, people who have lost their homes, and others who have faced difficult life circumstances. Visitors are encouraged to replace labels and stereotypes with language that respects human dignity and does not define people by their condition or experience. For the Luhansk Association of Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (LAAOI), barrier-free communication is a critically important issue. Accessibility is not only about ramps, elevators, or accessible transportation. It is also about the culture of communication, the willingness to listen, understand, and respect one another. The exhibition was also visited by the Accessibility Ambassadors of the Lviv Region, including LAAOI Director Mykola Nadulichnyi, who has repeatedly emphasized that real change begins when society learns to see a person as a person first and foremost. We invite everyone to visit the exhibition and reflect on the power of words. Sometimes, a single respectful expression can do more for accessibility than dozens of public statements. 📲 Online version of the exhibition: https://bbu.org.ua/collections/barriere-free-art-project/ When we see the person behind the words, society becomes truly open, dignified, and barrier-free.
18.06.2026
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The Head of LAAOI Became an Ambassador for Accessibility in Lviv Region
The Head of the Luhansk Association of Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (LAAOI), Mykola Nadulichnyi, has become an Ambassador for Accessibility in the Lviv Region. This is more than just a title — it is recognition of many years of dedicated work, daily advocacy for the rights of persons with disabilities, accessibility, equal opportunities, and human dignity. During a meeting of the Accessibility Council under the Lviv Regional Military Administration, the ambassadors presented their areas of work and initiatives aimed at creating an accessible environment across local communities. Particular attention was given to improving the accessibility of transport infrastructure, supporting veterans with disabilities, expanding habilitation services, and implementing the National Strategy for Creating a Barrier-Free Environment. For LAAOI, this is both an important milestone and a great responsibility. For many years, Mykola Nadulichnyi has demonstrated through his own example that even after life-changing challenges, it is possible not only to defend your rights but also to drive systemic change and make society more inclusive. Ahead lie new initiatives, stronger cooperation with communities, government institutions, and civil society organizations, all united by one goal: to ensure that accessibility in Ukraine becomes not an exception, but the norm for everyone.
17.06.2026
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Inclusive Solutions for Healthcare Personnel in the Kharkiv Oblast
Specialists from the Luhansk Association of Organizations of Persons with Disabilities conducted a training session for the medical staff of the Berminvody Sanatorium in the Kharkiv region on the topic: “Inclusive Solutions in Working with Vulnerable Groups.” During the meeting, participants discussed accessibility, respectful and appropriate communication with people with disabilities, respect for human dignity, and modern approaches to working with patients who require special attention and support. Particular attention was paid to ensuring accessible services and creating a comfortable environment for every person. Today, inclusivity in healthcare institutions is not only about technical solutions. Above all, it is about attitude, understanding, and the willingness to help people feel accepted, respected, and protected. The training was organized within the framework of the project “Restoring Lives and Expanding Service Opportunities in War-Affected Ukraine,” implemented by Solidar Suisse Ukraine jointly with the Luhansk Association of Organizations of Persons with Disabilities, with the support of Swiss Solidarity. Earlier, as part of this cooperation, the Luhansk Association of Organizations of Persons with Disabilities together with partners had already carried out renovation works at the Berminvody Sanatorium to make the space more comfortable and accessible for people in need of rehabilitation and support.
15.06.2026
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LAOOI took part in the training “Case Management in the Protection Sector and Cash for Protection.”
The team of the Luhansk Association of Organizations of Persons with Disabilities took part in the training “Case Management in the Protection Sector and Cash for Protection,” organized by Solidar Suisse Ukraine. Over the course of two days, participants deepened their knowledge of modern case management approaches, protection mechanisms for vulnerable groups, and the specifics of providing multi-purpose cash assistance to people facing difficult life circumstances caused by the war. During the training, participants discussed practical case studies, ethical principles of work, crisis response algorithms, and effective communication tools for supporting people in need. For the LAOOI team, such trainings are an important opportunity to strengthen professional skills in order to provide even more effective assistance to people affected by the war, internally displaced persons, people with disabilities, and other vulnerable groups. We sincerely thank Solidar Suisse Ukraine for the training, experience sharing, and support for the professional development of humanitarian specialists.
08.06.2026
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A Meeting with Accessibility Ambassadors Took Place at the Office of Tax Consultants
Attention. Respect. Trust. These are the principles on which true accessibility should be built today — not only in physical spaces, but also in the way people are treated. A meeting between the leadership of the Main Department of the State Tax Service in the Lviv region and accessibility ambassadors took place to discuss further steps toward ensuring physical, digital, and informational accessibility of services for all citizens. Mykola Nadulichnyi, Head of the NGO “Luhansk Association of Organizations of Persons with Disabilities,” ambassador of the “Movement Without Barriers” project, and expert of the National Strategy for Creating a Barrier-Free Environment in Ukraine, emphasized that accessibility is not a separate area of work, but the foundation of modern public policy and high-quality public services. During the meeting, Mykola Nadulichnyi also proposed organizing joint events and dialogue platforms on accessibility issues at the Inclusive Education Center of Lviv Polytechnic. Participants highlighted the importance of developing accessible digital services, maintaining open dialogue with the public, and taking into account the needs of people with disabilities, veterans, and people with limited mobility. Such meetings are about partnership, mutual respect, and real changes that make public services more accessible for everyone.
05.06.2026
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LAOOI conducted the training for the Children’s Services of the Saltivskyi District of Kharkiv
Even in the dangerous districts of Kharkiv, the work does not stop. Because today, knowledge about inclusion, protection, and support for vulnerable groups is needed more than ever. Specialists from the Luhansk Association of Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (LAOOI) conducted the training “Inclusive Solutions in Working with Vulnerable Groups” for representatives of the Children’s Services of the Saltivskyi District of Kharkiv. During the meeting, participants discussed accessibility, inclusive services, communication with persons with disabilities, and practical solutions that help make support truly accessible for everyone. Saltivka remains one of the most dangerous districts of Kharkiv. However, the LAOOI team continues to work where this knowledge is needed most. The training was organized within the framework of the project “Restoring Lives and Expanding Services in War-Affected Ukraine,” implemented by Solidar Suisse Ukraine in partnership with LAOOI with the support of Swiss Solidarity.
27.05.2026
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LAOOI conducted a training session for the medical staff of a children’s polyclinic in Kharkiv
During the meeting with the participating medical professionals, the discussion focused on accessibility, respectful communication with people with disabilities, modern approaches to inclusion, and the importance of ensuring accessible healthcare services for all population groups. Special attention was given to ethical communication and practical solutions that help make medical spaces more comfortable and accessible for patients. Such training sessions are an important step toward creating a truly barrier-free environment where every person can receive quality assistance without barriers or prejudice. We thank the participants for their active engagement, openness to new knowledge, and interest in developing inclusive approaches in the healthcare sector. The training was organized within the framework of the project “Restoring Lives and Expanding Services in War-Affected Ukraine,” implemented by Solidar Suisse Ukraine in cooperation with the Luhansk Association of Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (LAOOI) with the support of Swiss Solidarity, a Swiss international charitable non-profit organization.
26.05.2026
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