Empowering Veterans' Businesses in Ukraine
A roundtable was held in Odesa on the topic: “Enhancing Business Conditions for Young Veterans and IDPs.” Participants included representatives from the veterans' community, local government, employment centers, and specialists from the Office of the Commissioner of the Verkhovna Rada for Human Rights.
Main discussion topics focused on employment and the development of veteran businesses. It was emphasized that support can come not only from the state level but also through local initiatives.
The successes of projects that assist veterans were discussed. Through hackathons and training sessions, over 50 veterans received financial support and help in implementing their business ideas. These initiatives were funded by the EU and civic organizations (NGO “Time for Action”, NGO “Smart Media”, NGO “Ukrainian Veterans”, and NGO “SOS Ukraine”).
The Odesa region is actively working on creating new support programs, attracting international resources to facilitate the growth of veteran businesses.
Improving conditions for veterans and IDPs is an investment in Ukraine's future.
