'MVS Unbreakable' Initiative
Ukraine's Ministry of Internal Affairs, in partnership with OBOZ.UA, has launched a communications campaign to promote the 'MVS Unbreakable' initiative. This program was established in October 2024 following a directive from Minister Ihor Klymenko. Its primary goal is to support injured service members and veterans in their recovery through swimming and water sports.
Program Reach
As of May 1, 2026, the 'MVS Unbreakable' initiative operates in 21 cities across 19 regions of Ukraine. These cities include:
- Kyiv
- Rivne
- Lviv
- Odesa
- Zhytomyr
- Khmelnytskyi
- Ivano-Frankivsk
- Kryvyi Rih
- Slavutych
- Mykolaiv
- Kharkiv
- Poltava
- Lutsk
- Mukachevo
- Dnipro
- Uzhhorod
- Cherkasy
- Ternopil
- Kropyvnytskyi
- Vinnytsia
- Chernivtsi
All sessions are free of charge and led by professional trainers, with exercises tailored to each participant's physical condition. Training sessions last between 45 minutes and one hour.
'As of May 1, 2026, the 'MVS Unbreakable' project covers 21 cities in 19 regions of Ukraine: Kyiv, Rivne, Lviv, Odesa, Zhytomyr, Khmelnytskyi, Ivano-Frankivsk, Kryvyi Rih, Slavutych, Mykolaiv, Kharkiv, Poltava, Lutsk, Mukachevo, Dnipro, Uzhhorod, Cherkasy, Ternopil, Kropyvnytskyi, Vinnytsia, and Chernivtsi,' stated Leonid Tymchenko.
Beyond physical rehabilitation, the 'MVS Unbreakable' initiative also aims to provide psychological support through active recreation and camaraderie among peers who share similar experiences.
This initiative represents a significant step in supporting service members injured in the line of duty. By offering free swimming and water sports programs, veterans can not only rebuild their physical strength but also forge new friendships and find mutual support. It underscores the state's commitment to those defending its interests and highlights the importance of a comprehensive approach to rehabilitating wounded soldiers.