Training of Trainers on Inclusive Safety: A New Step Towards Protecting People with Disabilities in Ukraine
March 11, 2025
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Today, on March 10, 2025, a two-day Training of Trainers (ToT) on inclusive safety for people with disabilities has started in Kyiv. The event is organized by the National Assembly of People with Disabilities of Ukraine and is part of the project “Multi-sectoral Humanitarian Assistance Considering Disability for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), Repatriates, Veterans, and Host Communities in Ukraine.”
During wartime, people with disabilities often face additional risks and obstacles in matters of safety. Evacuation, finding shelter, and communication during emergencies all require a specialized approach. However, most standard safety training programs do not take the needs of this population into account.
The course “Inclusive Safety for People with Disabilities in Ukraine,” which serves as the foundation for this training, was developed to address this gap. It covers travel and evacuation planning, rules for handling weapons and explosive devices, digital security, basic first aid and psychological support, and stress management in crisis situations.
Over the course of two days, participants will learn how to teach this course to others, mastering facilitation techniques, group work strategies, and ways to adapt training materials for different audiences.
The event’s key speakers include: Philippa Tucker – Project Coordinator (Central and Eastern Europe) at the European Disability Forum, Larysa Baida – Program Director at the National Assembly of People with Disabilities of Ukraine, Project Coordinator, Yevheniia Pavlova – President of the All-Ukrainian Foundation “Children’s Rights Protection,” Safety Consultant for the project
Upon completion of the training, trainers will be able to independently conduct inclusive safety courses for people with disabilities across Ukraine. This will help many individuals better prepare for potential threats and protect themselves in times of war.
Inclusive safety is not only about protection—it is about equal opportunities for all.
Oleksandra Perkova
Communications Manager of the Project
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