Ukraine: Veterans and people with disabilities to be involved in demining


The Ministry of Defense is implementing a program to engage veterans and people with disabilities in demining. Veterans and people with disabilities will be involved in the cleanup and demining of territories.

One of the main goals of mine action in the Ministry of Defense is equal access to work in this area, including increasing the involvement of women, veterans, victims of explosive ordnance, and people with disabilities. This was discussed during the seminar “Equal Opportunities: Engaging People with Disabilities in Mine Action” held in Kyiv with financial support from the Swedish government.

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Source: UNN News


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