Complimentary Educational Opportunities for Women in Rivne and Volyn
This coming fall and winter of 2026, women in the Rivne and Volyn regions will have access to two no-cost training programs designed to enhance their professional skills. The courses offered include sewing classes held in both Lutsk and Rivne, alongside technical training sessions available exclusively in Lutsk. These projects aim to support participants through career guidance, job placement assistance, and continuous mentoring throughout the training period.
Details of the Training Programs
The first program focuses on sewing professions, specifically training to become a seamstress or tailor. The instruction will be delivered in two separate sessions:
- The initial session took place in September-October 2026;
- The second session is scheduled for November-December 2026.
Enrollment for the first session has already closed, but applications are still being accepted for the second session for the tailor course in Lutsk and the seamstress course in Rivne.
The second program offers technical vocational training in Lutsk, covering professions such as electrician and installer of cooling, air conditioning, and ventilation systems. These courses will last two months, beginning in October 2026.
Participation in both programs is completely free, but admission will be competitive due to limited availability. The programs are open to women seeking employment, aiming to switch careers, or returning to the workforce after a break or income loss caused by the war. Participants will benefit from hands-on training, career counseling, psychological support, and help securing jobs.
Applications for sewing courses can be submitted through the NGO 'PRO WOMEN UA' or via a dedicated online form. Those interested in technical training should apply through the organization's social media channels or the specified application form. These initiatives are particularly significant given the current social and economic challenges faced by women in the region.
By equipping women with marketable skills in sewing and technical fields, these programs have the potential to positively influence the local economy. Considering the ongoing hardships experienced by women who have lost employment due to the conflict, free access to education and career support represents a vital step toward their professional reintegration and financial independence.