As part of the international project «Emergency Recovery and Reconstruction Project», Kyiv has received new equipment valued at over 3 million UAH. Specifically, 34 computers were provided by the Government of Japan through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) for the rehabilitation of veterans and individuals with visual impairments. This was reported by Deputy Head of the Kyiv City State Administration, Marina Honda.

«Following discussions, the Japanese side identified Kyiv as a city in urgent need of support due to the full-scale Russian invasion. We have agreed with our partners to focus on veteran rehabilitation and services for people with disabilities. Kyiv has already received 10 sets of computer equipment for the «Kyiv Military Hub». After reconstruction, there will be a spacious hall for esports activities. International experience shows that video games enhance attention, coordination, and communication skills, which is beneficial for psychological recovery», said Marina Honda.

She added that, with the support of the Government of Japan, Kyiv has also acquired 24 laptops equipped with the NonVisual Desktop Access (NVDA) system.

«This system enables children and adults with visual impairments – whether partially sighted or completely blind – to use a computer without additional specialized software. The program audibly describes everything happening on the desktop in all applications when the cursor is hovered over. This allows individuals to use the laptop independently, without assistance», explained Marina Honda.

She noted that the equipment for individuals with visual impairments will be transferred to rehabilitation centers in Kyiv that provide services to people with disabilities and the elderly.