"I'Mariupol" is there for veterans and their families

Supporting veterans, the military and their families is one of the main areas of work of "I'Mariupol" centres. Our Veterans' Assistants provide daily help, listen, advise and create spaces where you can recharge yourself - physically, emotionally and mentally.

In Khmelnytsky, our Veteran's Assistant organised just such a "touch of support". He invited women from families of the military to take part in a three-day retreat organised by our partners from "Veteran's Space".

Away from the city noise, in the middle of nature, psychological and art therapy sessions, group meetings and individual consultations with a psychologist took place during three days.

"First of all, the environment, the silence, the clean air. I felt like a living woman who can communicate with others on any topic. You forget about your problems, and you get a thirst for life. I would definitely recommend the retreat to other women!" says Maryna.

"My memories are very good! I liked the communication with everyone. I remember yoga, bathing in vats, sauna, beautiful nature - everything was super. Thanks to the organisers for the memories!" adds Viktoriia.

Warmth, trust, sincere conversations, creativity and peace - all this filled the retreat with a special atmosphere in which women were able to find their resources and feel that they are not alone.

Such initiatives serve as an example of how we work together with our partners to create a space of recovery for those who are keeping the country together.