Community Hub Opens in Boyarka to Aid Displaced Persons and Veterans
A new 'Community Co-Creation Hub' has been established in Boyarka, Kyiv region, dedicated to internally displaced persons (IDPs) and veterans. This space will host the IDP Council alongside the veteran community, providing vital support services and fostering active engagement in local life. Visitors to the hub can access legal advice, psychosocial support, and opportunities to develop and lead their own initiatives.
Boyarka’s community is the first in Ukraine to allocate a dedicated municipal facility for the IDP Council’s operations. The creation of this hub was made possible through a collaborative effort involving the local community, the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR), local businesses, and volunteers. The Ministry for Communities, Territories, and IDPs is also set to participate in securing international funding partners to expand similar spaces nationwide.
“Once the design phase for upcoming projects is completed, the Ministry for Communities, Territories, and Internally Displaced Persons will join efforts to find international partners to finance these hubs,” stated Vitaliy Bezgin.
Programs and Spaces Supporting IDPs and Veterans Across Ukraine
This hub enables IDPs and veterans to implement their own projects and strengthens their social integration within the community. Beyond Boyarka, various regions in Ukraine are launching rehabilitation and support centers tailored for veterans and people with disabilities. For example, in Kropyvnytskyi, Kirovohrad region, a rehabilitation and physical development center for veterans has been established under the regional Dynamo society.
- In Velykyi Liubin, Lviv region, Ukraine’s first integrated 2,100-square-meter rehabilitation center for veterans has been opened.
- Zaporizhzhia now features a new gym designed for war veterans, combatants, and their families, equipped with cardio zones, rehabilitation areas, and adaptive sports facilities.
- The Ukrainian Football Association introduced the social initiative 'League of the Strong' to support people with amputations or limb impairments.
These initiatives highlight growing recognition of the needs of IDPs and veterans in Ukraine, reflecting a national commitment to provide them with opportunities for support and growth.
The opening of the Community Co-Creation Hub in Boyarka represents a significant advancement toward integrating displaced persons and veterans into local society. This project sets a valuable precedent for other regions, as such efforts not only promote social adaptation for individuals facing challenging circumstances but also contribute to the broader development of local communities. Creating spaces like this underscores the increasing demand for comprehensive support systems for vulnerable groups amid ongoing social challenges.
In a similar effort to enhance mental health resources in Ukraine, the World Bank and Ukraine’s Health Ministry have established 60 mental health support spaces within primary care centers. This initiative underscores the growing recognition of the need for accessible mental health services, complementing the support offered at the new Community Co-Creation Hub in Boyarka.