The national hotline for prevention, domestic violence, human trafficking and gender discrimination participated in the development of the "Your Right" mobile application. This is a universal legal guide for people affected by the conflict in Eastern Ukraine. And recently, a section "Rights of victims of gender-based violence" appeared in it, with clear algorithms for actions in cases of domestic violence for victims, witnesses and state...
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Get advice on the difficulties of returning to Ukraine from abroad, as well as traveling abroad during quarantine

The COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic has presented new challenges to the world. One of them is the demand for reliable and important information. Aware of the seriousness of the situation, the National Hotline for the Prevention of Domestic Violence, Human Trafficking and Gender Discrimination focuses on counseling subscribers on issues related to the difficulties of returning to Ukraine from abroad, as well as traveling abroad during quarantine. By calling the numbers: ...
Amendments to the Code of Labor Laws and the Law of Ukraine "On Vacation"

On March 17, the Verkhovna Rada adopted the law (registration number 3219) "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of Ukraine, Aimed at Preventing the Occurrence and Spread of the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)". It amends the Code of Labor Laws, the Law of Ukraine "On Vacations". The law has a temporary effect - within three months from the date of publication. The main changes concern the following: The limit on the number of vacation days without saving...
Vacation and other opportunities during the quarantine period for parents who care for children

Holidays and other opportunities for parents who take care of children during the quarantine period On March 12, 2020, the resolution of the CMU "On preventing the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus on the territory of Ukraine" entered into force, according to which from March 12 to April 3, the entire territory of Ukraine was quarantine introduced. This precautionary measure prohibits: the attendance of educational institutions by its acquirers; conducting all mass events in which ...
Domestic violence during quarantine

Domestic violence during quarantine Staying at home is one of the key recommendations, which is spread as much as possible through all communication channels. During the quarantine, this is a correct and necessary preventive measure that can help in the fight against the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus. But your own home may not always be the safest place. Especially when it comes to those who suffer from domestic violence. At the time, …
NGO "La Strada-Ukraine" works remotely during the quarantine
We are closely following the situation in Ukraine and the world. We are aware of the seriousness and scale of the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus. That is why we support the decision of the Kyiv authorities to introduce a month-long quarantine in the capital. We hope that such preventive measures will minimize the risks of infection in the future. In turn, we understand the responsibility of each and every one. Therefore, starting today, the office of the NGO "La Strada-Ukraine" has switched to remote work. In the same...
On International Women's Rights Day, we are on the march!
Traditions are unchanged! On International Women's Rights Day, we are on the march! Our demands: Actions, not promises; Ratification of the Istanbul Convention; Stop domestic and gender-based violence. Previous Next
The procedure for responding to cases of bullying (harassment).
For the sake of a safe educational environment in educational institutions, the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine approved (December 28, 2019 N 1646) and the Ministry of Justice of Ukraine registered (February 3, 2020 under N 111/34394) the procedure for responding to cases of bullying. With the general provision, the algorithm for submitting statements or reports about cases of bullying in an educational institution and responding to cases of bullying, as well as the procedure for applying...
Firsthand about counseling on the "hotline"
The School of Consultants of the National Hotline ended four years ago. Those who successfully completed the training and practice went on to work as certified professionals. How has their experience changed over the years? What new skills have they acquired? Has working with subscribers affected their lives? Consultants tell: Tatyana: "Each consultant has his own superpower. I am a psychologist, but the work of a "hotline" consultant requires a wider ...
New Law of January 16, 2020

New Law of January 16, 2020 ◾️What does it mean? First of all, the Law strengthens responsibility for crimes provided for in Art. 152, 153 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine, committed against a person who has not reached the age of 14. For the repeated commission of such a crime, offenders may be sentenced to life imprisonment. Another important step is the creation of the Unified Register of Persons Convicted of Crimes Against Sexual Freedom and Inviolability of Minors...