First Deputy Executive Director of the Ukrainian Veterans Foundation, Ruslana Velychko, took part in the event “Supporting veterans: what should change and what is the role of public society organizations in state policy in the field of veterans issues.”
During the discussion, a colleague presented a comprehensive study of the needs of veterans and active military.
The opinion of veterans and society in general influences the development of state policy. This is provided for by democratic principles and standards of independent governance.
“Interaction with veterans as the main stakeholders is an integral part of the formation of state policy, which increases transparency, efficiency, a legitimate and constructive way to influence policymaking,” Ruslana Velychko emphasized.
She also emphasized that it is not the first time that the Ukrainian Veterans Foundation conducts research (sociological surveys, focus groups, analysis of international practices, etc.) with the aim of evaluating the services provided by the central executive authorities to veterans.
“It is necessary to focus not only on the future but also on the present. After all, there are already veterans, they need quality services and support from all citizens for their speedy recovery in civilian life,” Ruslana Velychko summarized.
At the event, among other things, changes to the legislation were discussed, which would correspond to:
- needs of veterans;
- ensuring the economic freedom of veterans, their education and social support;
- formation of the veteran policy of Ukraine, etc.
The event is organized within the framework of the project “Initiative of sectoral support of the civil society of Ukraine”, which is implemented by ISAR Yednannia in a consortium with he Ukrainian Center for Independent Political Research (UCIPR) and the Center for Democracy and the Rule of Law (CEDEM) thanks to the sincere support of the American people, provided through the US Agency for International of Development (USAID).
