Justice during war: the main conclusions of our video podcast on stigmatization in SNPK cases Ukraine is today creating a unique global precedent. While international practice was formed mainly after the end of wars and prisoner exchanges, our courts conduct criminal proceedings directly during military conflict — including passing absentee sentences. In our video podcast, we discussed with experts the most important thing: how is changing …
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From condemnation to support: the project's mission and the fight against stereotypes of the SNPK
NGO "La Strada-Ukraine" presents a new video podcast "Stigma" Why does stigmatization of victims of conflict-related sexual violence arise, what is the mission of the project and how the formula "Recognize. Support. Counteract" works - see the link Conflict-related sexual violence (CSRV) is a crime that perpetrators deliberately use as a weapon to humiliate human dignity. But the most difficult test for a person often begins after they have survived. Victims face …
Compassion fatigue
Fatigue from compassion You open the news in the morning. You see another story about a loss, shelling, a missing person, or someone's request for help. At first, you want to support, share, help, write a few words, but over time, a different feeling may appear: you can no longer react to new stories in the same way. You don't have the strength to empathize. You just want to close the feed. This doesn't mean that you have become indifferent. Sometimes it's...
Why seeking psychological support should become the norm
Why seeking psychological support should become the norm For a long time, there was a stereotype that seeking help from a mental health professional was a last resort, resorted to only when "everything was really bad." For example, men were taught to be a "wall," to withstand any load, and to silently overcome challenges. However, the reality in which we live requires a revision of outdated ideas. Given the present, seeking help from a mental health professional is a last resort, which is resorted to only when "everything was really bad." For example, men were taught to be a "wall," to withstand any load, and to silently overcome challenges. However, the reality in which we live requires a revision of outdated ideas. Given the present, seeking help from a mental health professional is a last resort.
More than just a legal term: How important is a proper legal characterization of conflict-related sexual violence?
More than just a legal term: How important is a proper legal characterization of conflict-related sexual violence? More than just a legal term: How important is a proper legal characterization of conflict-related sexual violence? [1] The legal term “conflict-related sexual violence” (CRSV) has entered the legal system of Ukraine relatively recently. For example, this term was used in the National Action Plan to implement the Council resolution …
Over 10 thousand calls in the second quarter to the Psychological Support Line for Men: about the difficulties of maintaining mental health
Over 10 thousand calls in the second quarter to the Psychological Support Line for Men: about the difficulties of supporting mental health In the first half of 2026, we observed a positive trend: men are increasingly turning to Line 2345 for psychological support. This indicates not only a growing need, but also a gradual change in attitude towards caring for mental health. Thanks to systematic information work, partnerships …
Small steps worth noticing
Small steps worth noting People are used to evaluating their lives through big achievements. Getting a dream job, graduating, buying their own home, starting a family, or implementing an important project. It seems that these are the moments that define success and give the right to say: "Well done." However, months and sometimes years pass between such events. If you wait only for big victories, you can constantly feel as if ...
On the night of July 2, Russia struck again at Ukraine, damaging the office of the NGO “La Strada-Ukraine”
On the night of July 2, Russia struck again at Ukraine, damaging the office of the NGO “La Strada-Ukraine” On the night of July 2, Russia struck again at Ukraine. As a result of the attack, 30 civilians were killed and more than 90 people were injured. Russian troops targeted residential buildings and civilian infrastructure. Emergency and rescue operations are currently continuing in Kyiv at three locations of enemy strikes …
"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 …
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