Introducing the 'People Everywhere' Campaign
On November 3, 2026, the public union Strong League is kicking off a month-long awareness initiative titled 'People Everywhere,' running until December 3, 2026 — the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. This campaign aims to spotlight the active participation of people with disabilities in society and encourage organizations to share their strategies for fostering accessible and inclusive environments. The campaign will conclude with the National Forum on Disability Rights, scheduled for December 3, 2026.
Strong League is inviting a broad range of participants—including civic groups, charitable organizations, alliances, networks, and consortia across various sectors—to join the conversation about disability rights. Contributors can submit content in formats such as posts, interviews, carousels, or videos. Interested organizations should email press@ls.org.ua with their organization's name, contact person, topic of the material, and preferred publication date between November 3 and December 3.
Participants are encouraged to use the hashtag #PeopleEverywhere and tag Strong League’s official social media pages. The Strong League team will coordinate the publishing schedule to maximize the campaign’s reach and engagement.
Focus Areas of the Campaign
'People Everywhere' seeks to emphasize the vital role of people with disabilities across all aspects of life. As Darya Kukurika stated:
“People with disabilities are present in every field. Therefore, accessibility and equal participation should be integral to the mission of every organization, regardless of its primary focus.”
The campaign aims to inspire diverse communities to share experiences of people with disabilities, highlight their contributions, and exchange solutions that help overcome barriers.
Key themes include:
- The experiences of people with disabilities within teams;
- Their involvement in various programs;
- Accessibility and inclusion best practices;
- Existing obstacles and methods to address them.
Coverage will explore the roles of people with disabilities as colleagues, experts, and volunteers, and how they influence organizational growth. Stories will also showcase their interactions with organizations and the changes that make programs more accessible.
The campaign will examine how organizations adapt their services, spaces, and workflows to be more inclusive and how they engage people with disabilities in decision-making processes. Special focus will be given to the challenges faced by people with disabilities, including women, and the necessary changes to uphold their rights.
Overall, 'People Everywhere' represents a significant effort to raise awareness about disability rights and promote a more inclusive and accessible society.
This campaign is part of a broader movement to increase understanding of the rights and needs of people with disabilities in Ukraine. It not only aims to inform the public but also to mobilize organizations capable of driving change. The National Forum on Disability Rights on December 3 will serve as a crucial platform to reflect on achievements, address ongoing challenges, and explore opportunities for advancing inclusive practices across various sectors.