The final session of the educational platform "Leadership for Recovery of Donetsk Oblast" has begun in Kyiv. This program helps young leaders in the Donetsk region develop their skills and implement their ideas.
This concluding stage of the training aims to consolidate all the knowledge and experience gained by the participants. The planned in-person session in the capital will also include a trip to the Shevchenko National Preserve in Kaniv. An important part of the program will be the presentation of social projects developed by participants to aid in the reconstruction of Donetsk Oblast.
Two Months of Intensive Learning
Two months of intensive training covered topics such as effective community management, social entrepreneurship, facilitating change, developing partnerships, and local activism. Participants had the opportunity to communicate with experts, work on their ideas, and expand their professional connections despite the distance.
Participants in the "Leadership for Recovery of Donetsk Oblast" program eagerly shared their impressions, emphasizing the project's significance for their personal and professional growth.
Participant Testimonials
Elmira Chepiha, head of the public organization "Country of Development," sincerely notes: "The 'Leaders of Donetsk Oblast' program became a space of inspiration, new acquaintances, and self-confidence for me. After it, you want to act, not be afraid, and just do what is truly important." Her words vividly reflect the project's key goal—to inspire young leaders to take active steps.
Andrii Riabukha, First Deputy Head of the Soledar City Military Administration and a program participant, emphasizes the practical value of the training: "The 'Leadership for Recovery of Donetsk Oblast' program opened new horizons for cooperation and partnership for us. Thanks to these opportunities, we have already managed to build effective interaction between the Soledar and Bilohorod communities within the 'Plih-o-plich' program. I sincerely thank all partners and organizers of the project for their support and belief in the potential of our communities. Together we are stronger!" This shows that the program not only provides knowledge but also promotes the establishment of important connections and the implementation of joint initiatives.
Kristina Shevchenko, head of the public organization "Initiative Youth of Ukrainian New York," calls the project "a breath of hope" in a difficult time: "The 'Leadership for Recovery of Donetsk Oblast' project became a breath of hope in a difficult time. It's not just an initiative—it's a meeting of people who sincerely believe in the power of local leadership, actions, and shared responsibility for the future. Every session, every topic, every lecture—it's not only gaining valuable experience, it's a step towards a new Donetsk Oblast: not destroyed, but rebuilt by the hearts of caring people. I sincerely thank the organizers for their trust, valuable knowledge, support, and inspiration." Her words clearly illustrate the emotional and transformative impact of the program on participants, who see it as a path to rebuilding their homeland.
A Platform for Opportunity and Unity
"Leadership for Recovery of Donetsk Oblast" is not just an educational course. It is a powerful platform for opportunity, support, and unity for those ready to take responsibility for the revival of their homeland. It is a testament to the unbreakable spirit of Donetsk Oblast and its faith in its own future, which is being created by the hands of its young and active leaders.