Luhansk Association at the forum: discussing the needs of veterans and their support
10.08.2024
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The Luhansk Association of Organizations of People with Disabilities, after receiving an invitation for the third time, attended the Forum "Veterans – The Way Home. Community Capacities in Protecting Veterans' Rights and Meeting Their Needs" in the city of Zvyagel, Zhytomyr region.
This time, the event was even brighter and more intense, thanks to the joint efforts of the Committee of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine on Social Policy and Protection of Veterans' Rights, which supported the Interfactional Parliamentary Association "Rehabilitation Forces of Ukraine" and the USAID "RADA: Next Generation" Program.
The forum brought together Members of Parliament, government representatives, local authorities, civic activists, and the veteran community – a total of about 250 people. The program of the event was so interesting and useful that participants eagerly joined two discussion panels and workshops, where the most pressing aspects of veteran policy were discussed.
The Chairman of the Luhansk Association of Organizations of People with Disabilities, Mykola Nadulichny, emphasized that during the forum, special attention was given to the rights of veterans, their social protection, and psychological support. Participants highlighted the importance of supporting veterans in their transition to civilian life and also discussed the needs of their families, the families of the missing in action, and imprisoned soldiers.
Concluding the engaging forum, participants put forward constructive proposals for improving the state policy of veterans' reintegration and supporting their families. For the third time, the Luhansk Association has joined this platform for the collective discussion and development of important initiatives.
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