Author: Oleksandra Kovalevska

"Too early" or "too late": how age stereotypes limit your right to a professional and personal life

“Too early” or “too late”: how age stereotypes limit your right to professional and personal life Ageism is discrimination against a person based on their age, widespread in both formal and informal spheres of society. This phenomenon manifests itself in the willingness to adequately perceive and cooperate only with people who meet pre-established age criteria. Manifestations of ageism can be observed at different stages: At the stage …

Women's emancipation in 2026: why an issue that was considered resolved remains open today at the international level

Women's emancipation in 2026: why a question that was considered resolved remains open today at the international level In 1893, New Zealand became the first country in the world to grant women the right to vote. Switzerland did so in 1971. The Saudi Arabian authorities only announced in 2011 that they would allow women to participate in elections from 2015. This chronology easily fits into …

Women's health: topics still discussed in whispers 

Women's health: topics that are still discussed in whispers We live in the 21st century, but topics related to the female body, health, and well-being still remain taboo. Women have been taught for decades to endure and remain silent about discomfort, to hide physiological processes, and to put their own needs last. Severe pain during menstruation is NOT the norm From the very beginning of menstruation, women hear phrases like: "It will hurt ...

The importance of the women's movement in the processes of defending rights

The importance of the women's movement in the processes of defending rights The women's movement plays an important role in creating a democratic society. Its importance lies in the fact that women's voices become visible, break patriarchal stereotypes and force the authorities and society to respond to systemic inequality, discrimination and insecurity One of the main directions of women's movements is the protection of women's rights and freedoms. It is about the systemic struggle for equal pay ...

What is stalking and why is it dangerous?

What is stalking and why is it dangerous? Stalking is a form of psychological violence in which the perpetrator pursues the victim in real life or online and obsessively demands their attention. How does stalking manifest itself: constant calls, messages or letters, even after ignoring or refusing to follow the person, constant “random” meetings near home, school or work, obsessive comments and reactions on social networks, creating …

Being an imperfect mother is normal: 6 myths about motherhood that are time to leave in the past

Being an imperfect mother is normal: 6 myths about motherhood that are time to leave in the past Motherhood is still surrounded by dozens of stereotypes - all of which create an image of the "ideal mother", but the reality is different. And the sooner we stop demanding unattainable "ideality" from women, the healthier the attitude towards motherhood in society will become. Myth 1: "The ideal mother never gets tired" There is still an expectation in society that ...

Safety as a standard: how NGO "La Strada-Ukraine" and Bolt are implementing a culture of zero tolerance for violence

Safety as a standard: how NGO “La Strada-Ukraine” and Bolt are implementing a culture of zero tolerance for violence On April 29, NGO “La Strada-Ukraine” in cooperation with the Bolt service conducted a training for drivers on the topic “Safe interaction during the trip: effective communication and combating violence”. The key goal of the event was to increase the level of safety of passengers and drivers through the development of correct communication skills and …

"(IN)VISIBLE WOMEN": a performance at the Officers' House about what happens around us every day

"(IN)VISIBLE WOMEN": A performance at the Officers' House about what happens next to us every day On April 21, 2026, the performance "(IN)VISIBLE WOMEN" was held at the Officers' House, a stage play about women whose lives are closely connected with war, even if it is not always visible from the outside. The event was held with the participation of Kateryna Levchenko, the Government Commissioner for Gender Policy, who emphasized in her speech ...

Listen, feel, support: professional resilience and crisis support

Listen, feel, support: professional resilience and crisis support April 23 marks the Day of the Psychologist. For the NGO "La Strada-Ukraine", this is an opportunity to highlight the activities of specialists who are the first point of safety for those who are in difficult situations. Crisis intervention: from stabilization to request The work of a psychologist on the Hotline requires an instant assessment of the emotional state of the subscriber. The key stage in …