In a significant step toward improving the lives of those affected by war, the BWI-affiliated Construction and Building Materials Workers’ Union (PROFBUD), has signed a memorandum of partnership and cooperation with the Centre of Integrated Support for Conflict Participants. This partnership aims to enhance social protection and create meaningful professional development opportunities for individuals directly impacted by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The initiative will benefit veterans, individuals with war-related disabilities, and relatives of those missing or held as prisoners of war.

“This collaboration represents a model of how civil society can take active responsibility for supporting veterans and war-affected individuals, many of whom were PROFBUD members before the war. By providing access to practical training and skills development, we are helping people rebuild their lives with dignity,” said Vasyl Andreyev, President of PROFBUD.

In addition to economic empowerment, the partnership recognises the vital importance of mental health and social reintegration. By helping veterans and affected families return to meaningful employment, the initiative contributes to reducing post-traumatic stress and restoring a sense of stability and purpose. This partnership reflects a growing understanding across Ukraine that rebuilding the nation depends not only on physical reconstruction but also on fully empowering people who were affected by the war.