A Veterans Development Center has been inaugurated in Kyiv as part of a national initiative aimed at creating a network of similar centers in vocational higher education institutions across Ukraine. The Department of Education and Science of the Kyiv City State Administration reported this.

The primary goal of the center is to support veterans and their families by offering educational opportunities, psychological adaptation, and professional development. Within the center, family members of veterans can access educational services, including consultations on starting a family business and obtaining grants. The center draws on the experience of Student Veteran Centers in the United States.

“This is more than just another educational initiative. We are committed to supporting our defenders in their new lives. The experiences of our American colleagues, whom we met in August during a working trip, prove that such centers become vital support points for veterans, helping them find their way in civilian life through education, psychological support, and professional development. Our center is about restoring faith in one’s abilities and building a future in Ukraine,” emphasized Anna Shchutska, director of the Kyiv College of Applied Sciences.

The college specialists have already developed short-term course programs for the Veterans Development Center. These include graphic design, web design, microbusiness, Ukrainian sign language, e-commerce, and other relevant fields.

The project has been implemented with the support of the Charitable Foundation “MHP for the Community” and the All-Ukrainian Union of Defenders of Ukraine.

The Veterans Development Center will serve as a platform for learning, personal growth, and successful integration of veterans into society, helping them build a new life in a peaceful environment. Additionally, it creates equal conditions and free access to education for veterans, ensuring educational accessibility.