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Expert Discussion on the Volunteer Movement as a Component of Ukraine's Defense Capability at the Forum

The war continues, and the challenges facing the volunteer community are becoming increasingly complex. Have the issues that emerged back in 2014 been resolved by 2024, and which ones require immediate attention? To discuss the critical role of volunteers in supporting…

Guidelines for Ethical Communication with Defenders and Veterans

As more veterans reintegrate into civilian life, civil society organizations prioritize support for the veteran community. To do so effectively, it is crucial to uphold ethical standards in professional activities and personal interactions. To promote a culture of ethical…

Panel Discussion on the Path to Justice at the Forum

The fight against injustice has united Ukrainians. However, everyone envisions justice in their way. These different perceptions divide people and can lead to destructive actions against others. How can we find a balance and avoid a destructive understanding of…

Panel Discussion on Paths to Unity: How War Challenges Social Cohesion at the Forum

The panel discussion on Paths to Unity: How War Challenges Social Cohesion, held in partnership with the UNDP, at the XIII Civil Society Development Forum (with)STAND, served as a platform to explore the challenges facing Ukrainian society in the context of war. Speakers…

Panel Discussion on Future of Veteran Policy: Nothing for Veterans Without Veterans at the Forum

The central theme of the panel discussion on the Future of Veteran Policy: Nothing for Veterans Without Veterans during the XIII Civil Society Development Forum (with) STAND was the need to rethink veteran policy in Ukraine and transition from a patronizing approach to a…

Panel Discussion on the Cost of Corruption During War: Redefining the Social Contract as a Condition for Survival at the Forum

Is tolerating corruption a subconscious choice, or is it a systemic flaw we should overcome? On the one hand, society demands ideal integrity from public officials, yet on the other, it often turns a blind eye to minor acts of corruption in everyday life. Corruption, after all,…

Panel Discussion With the Sword, We Claim Our Rights at the Forum

The panel discussion With the Sword, We Claim Our Rights at the XIII Civil Society Development Forum (with)STAND focused on the role of the military as a cornerstone of national survival during a prolonged war. Organized in partnership with the Come Back Alive Initiatives…

Discussion Doomed to Democracy: How Ukraine Stays Committed to Be a Free State Despite the War at Forum

How can Ukraine’s democratic choice remain consistent in the face of war? What is the contribution of civil society organizations and the media in supporting democratic processes? Can Ukraine become an example of upholding the values of freedom during wartime? Participants of…

Discussion on Cultural Offensive: Effective Cultural Policy as a Prerequisite for Ukrainian Resilience at the Forum

The panel discussion Cultural Offensive: Effective Cultural Policy as a Prerequisite for Ukrainian Resilience was one of the highlights of the XIII Civil Society Development Forum (with)STAND. In partnership with the Kultnastup Initiative, speakers discussed critical aspects…

160 Books Gathered Thanks to the Books for Defenders Initiative during Forum

On the XIII Civil Society Development Forum (with)STAND, held on December 5, we gathered 160 books in Books for Defenders Initiative. Thanks to the support of the Syaivo Knyhy bookstore and volunteers from the Cultural Forces Platform, the collected books have already been…

Panel Discussion ‘How Can We withSTAND a Long War?’ at the Forum

Optimists who believe the war will end soon are rare in Ukraine now. Sociological surveys reveal the pressing question - how to survive such a long and harsh war. How do we adapt to life during an exhausting conflict that demands resilience, endurance, and the ability to…

Third Organizational Development School Conducted as Part of the SOLVE Project

ISAR Ednannia hosted the Third Organizational Development School under the SOLVE: Strengthening Organizations for Long-Term Impact Project, supported by Save the Children and the Humanitarian Leadership Academy (HLA). Over three days, participants learned about monitoring,…

Maxim Butkevych's Speech at the Civil Society Development Forum

Maxim Butkevych, human rights defender, journalist, and serviceman of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, who was freed from Russian captivity on October 18 during the 58th prisoner exchange, delivered a keynote speech at the XIII Civil Society Development Forum (with)STAND. Over two…

XIII Civil Society Development Forum (with)STAND is in the Books!

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Tomorrow, December 5, marks the XIII Civil Society Development Forum (with)STAND!

This is the day for connecting, supporting, and envisioning the future. We have missed each other greatly, and coming together to embrace, talk, and determine our path forward is vital. Curious about what will happen? Check out the Forum’s agenda.  We look…

Tamara Horikha Zernia: Speaker at the XIII Civil Society Development Forum (with)STAND

"This story is about the power to live and fight in times of 'deepest despair.' About the 'freedom of the condemned.' About the audacity of faith and the ingenuity of loyalty." These words perfectly describe the book Dochia by the incredible Tamara Horikha Zernia — writer,…