NATO helps develop opportunities in the army for Ukrainian women
Source: Ukraine’s defense ministry
The North Atlantic Alliance will continue to help develop opportunities for women in the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
This was discussed at the meeting of the Deputy Minister of Defense of Ukraine Natalia Kalmykova with the Special Representative of the NATO Secretary General for Women, Peace and Security Irene Felin and the head of the NATO Representation in Ukraine Karen McTeer.
During the meeting, the parties discussed ensuring the principles of gender equality in the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the current challenges for the army.Natalia Kalmykova told NATO representatives about providing women with military uniforms and personal protective equipment.
In addition, Ukraine’s deputy minister focused on the work of overcoming gender stereotypes and realizing the potential of female military personnel in positions involving operational planning and unit command.
‘Cooperation and assistance of NATO structures is extremely necessary for us in the practical implementation of gender equality policies in the Armed Forces of Ukraine. I am very grateful for the opportunities that the Alliance provides to Ukraine on the way to this goal,’ she stressed.
Natalia Kalmykova reported on agreements regarding cooperation with the Nordic Center for Gender in Military Operations – an official unit within NATO that is responsible for training on gender issues. The center is ready to provide training for the Ukrainian military.
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