At 18, VLADYSLAV KAPKANETS signed a contract with the Armed Forces of Ukraine, fulfilling a childhood dream to serve. But during one mission, he encountered his first panic attack. Since then, he’s lived with these episodes for years, speaking openly about what they feel like and how he and those close to him manage them. …
Originally from the Kherson region, YEVHEN KAUS admits he’d never even been to the Black Sea before his service — he’s always been drawn to his hometown’s Azov Sea. A lifelong hard worker, Yevhen now envisions a future dedicated to rehabilitation and training programs to support fellow veterans on their journeys to recovery. About himself. …
In civilian life, IVAN LAVRENIUK worked as a sales representative and was a fan of team sports. His decision to join the war stemmed from two reasons: to liberate the country from the occupiers and, as he admits, to add some adrenaline to his life. He says that his experience in the war has actually …
“I imagine what people look like. Sometimes they resemble cartoon characters” Read More »
VOLODYMYR MARCHENKO is the Head of the Marketing Department at the “Osvita” Publishing House, a company that produces textbooks for schoolchildren. During the war, he received a severe traumatic brain injury but continues to lead an active lifestyle, focusing on rehabilitation through sports and travel. The day before the full-scale war. On February 23, 2022, …
“I know exactly the moment when I stayed in this world” Read More »
OLEKSII VASYLIUK believes he has seen a lot in his lifetime, though not enough. Before the full-scale war, he had traveled across Europe hitchhiking and worked with children. About himself. Before joining the army, everything had been clear; I had been determined. Then came service and war… but I began to forget what I liked. …
“You can either run away from your home or fight for it” Read More »
IHOR OLIINYK enjoys film photography, used to play in a band, did tattoos, and painted. However, now he plans to focus on military-related matters and help others develop in this area. About myself and my interests. One of the principles from the Decalogue of a Ukrainian Nationalist is: “Do not discuss this with whomever you …
VIKTOR DYKYI has felt like a soldier since childhood, claiming that he is a warrior at heart. Originally from the Kharkiv region, he lived in Donetsk for twenty years. He currently works for the railway. About myself. I won’t impose myself; I prefer to observe people at first, but ultimately, I’m not closed off to communication. …
“I have a goal—to run a marathon on prosthetics” Read More »
DEMIAN DUDLIA has a delicate, poetic nature. He writes poetry and dreams of starting his own business. He finds happiness in simple, everyday things and in the presence of loved ones. About self: I’m just an ordinary guy—neither too stubborn, nor too introverted. I can speak the same language with anyone, though the question is …
“Going to war was the right thing to do. I’d have felt utter remorse if I hadn’t gone” Read More »
ALLA SENCHENKO has a strong intuition and is fascinated by Kabbalah. She is drawn to the understanding that “you are a part of something greater.” She survived captivity and discovered her inner strength. Participating in the Invictus Games restored her trust in society and her belief in justice. About myself: I am a social person. …
“I am a rebel and an adventurer, I’ll take risks to experience something unknown” Read More »
When ILLIA HAIDUK takes an interest in anything, he becomes a fanatic about it. He loves the feeling of adrenaline and believes that the veteran community is very important for an active life after war. During the Invictus Games, he rediscovered his interest in music and felt a sense of lightness. About himself: I’ve always …
“If you don’t set limits for a person, they can achieve anything” Read More »
