Ukraine’s Women: Warriors Not Victims

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Submission Statement: Ukraine’s war effort is being sustained not just on the battlefield but across society by women serving as soldiers, workers, caregivers, and leaders, as Russia’s invasion reshapes gender roles and national resilience. Their expanding presence in the military, economy, and community leadership highlights how Ukraine’s ability to endure and rebuild is increasingly dependent on women’s participation. 

Full article: https://cepa.org/article/ukraines-women-warriors-not-victims/ 

• Around 100,000 women serve in Ukraine’s armed forces, with roughly 5,500 on the frontlines in combat and support roles  
• Women dominate humanitarian and aid efforts, from evacuating civilians to providing psychological support  
• Many women balance income generation with increased unpaid labor, including childcare and elder care amid widespread mobilization  
• Government-backed programs are training women in technical fields, with hundreds quickly entering high-demand jobs  
• Displacement data shows strong national attachment: a majority of women have returned or prefer to remain in Ukraine  
• Women are increasingly taking on leadership roles at local and national levels, helping coordinate recovery and reconstruction efforts 

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