Author name: daria

INNA KOROLENKO, a combat medic from Odessa, worked in civilian life in a public organization, in communications and journalism, as a producer in television, had her own SMM studio, worked with children, and was a music therapist. During her service, she organized the evacuation of the wounded and fallen from the battlefield. She sustained a …

“I allow myself to feel what I feel and do what I want — this is about self-love” Read More »

YAROSLAV SHARKYI  was 25 years old when the full-scale war began. He was working as a paramedic and had an exemption from military service. However, he chose to join the fight and became a combat medic in a special unit. Yaroslav hopes to inspire wounded soldiers by his own example, he strives to inspire wounded …

“Happiness is waking up alive, drinking ‘MacCoffee,’ and watching the sunrise” Read More »

OLEH OMELCHUK decided that he would be a soldier from childhood. He likes when everything is precise and in its place. He has always been passionate about sports. He has defended Ukraine since 2019. Through sports, he dreams of regaining his physical condition. He would like to try new types of sports because those he …

“I do not compete with others, I fight only with myself” Read More »

DENYS SMOLNIKOV, a veteran of the Ukrainian Armed Forces from the Luhansk region, served as a combat medic from 2016, fighting and saving the lives of his comrades. In June 2022, near Bakhmut, Donetsk region, he sustained severe injuries as a result of an artillery shelling while evacuating his comrades. He is dedicated to raising …

“I want to show the wounded the opportunities available to them” Read More »

VALERII  ODAINYK is from Kamianets-Podilskyi. enlisted in the military on a contract basis in 2021. In January 2023, he was injured when his vehicle hit an enemy anti-tank mine in the Donetsk region. when his vehicle struck an enemy anti-tank mine in the Donetsk region. Outside of his military service, Valerii is a coach and …

“I’m already living my dream—enjoying life” Read More »

Originally from Volyn, KOSTIANTYN KOPELIUK sustained an injury during an attack in Donetsk Oblast in July 2022, which led to the loss of part of his foot. He has a non-confrontational nature and believes that arguments can psychologically break a person. He is passionate about trips to the mountains and the sense of peace they …

“I love living in small houses among the highland meadows to feel the unique charm of the mountainous region” Read More »

ILLIA PYLYPENKO, a veteran of the Ukrainian Armed Forces from Vinnytsia, faced life-changing challenges during his service. In September 2022, during a combat mission, Illia’s tank hit a mine. He regained consciousness surrounded by flames, and despite severe burns and an open leg fracture, he managed to escape the fiery trap on his own. Illia …

“I was born under a lucky star, but its light wasn’t strong enough” Read More »

PAVLO KORYTNIUK  lost his leg in July 2022 as a result of a massive artillery strike by Russian forces in the Donetsk region. Following his injuryhe took on new challenges, such as trekking through the Tatra Mountains and skydiving—experiences he admits he wouldn’t have considered before. Pavlo aspires to inspire others who have been wounded …

“I’ve long realized that all the answers are within you” Read More »

ARSEN RIABOSHAPKO, originally from the Kirovohrad region, studied in Odesa and grew up dreaming of becoming a professional football player. His passion for sports began early and remains strong to this day, extending to nearly every aspect of athletic life. From a young age, he aspired to represent Ukraine on the international stage, raising the …

“We always achieve what we truly want and believe in” Read More »

VIACHESLAV KAISTRO is passionate about bird photography. He can tell you everything about birds—from their names and colors to how long you need to observe them to get the perfect shot. Sports help him reset and take his mind off the war, while also presenting new challenges. About himself. I’m an emotional and very open …

“Most people look down at their feet; I always look up at the sky” Read More »