The war has changed the lives of many rural families. Some have lost their jobs or a stable income, some have seen their farms damaged, while others have had to start their own businesses almost from scratch. At the same time, people still have experience, knowledge, a desire to work, and the determination to rebuild their lives in their communities.

To support this potential, Civil Society Organization “TSE – NASHA SPRAVA!” is implementing a livelihoods and self-employment development project in the Novooleksandrivska, Slavhorodska, Tomakivska, and Pereshchepynska communities of Dnipropetrovsk Region.

The activities are being implemented within the framework of the U.S. Department of State project “Ukraine Response Consortium: Providing Multi-Sectoral Humanitarian Assistance to Conflict-Affected Populations in Ukraine (2023–2026),” pursuant to the agreement between Acted and Civil Society Organization “TSE – NASHA SPRAVA!”.

Who the Project Is For

The project is designed to reach at least 510 unique participants from rural communities in Dnipropetrovsk Region.

Priority is given to households that are unable to meet their basic needs independently and require support to restore or create a source of income.

Those eligible to participate in the programme include:

• internally displaced persons and families hosting them;

• people who have lost their jobs or sources of income because of the war;

• households that include persons with disabilities or serious health conditions;

• families whose homes or agricultural land have been affected by hostilities;

• families with multiple children and households with young children;

• single-parent families;

• households headed by women or older persons;

• unemployed people over the age of 50.

Participants are selected based on socio-demographic and economic criteria, income levels, household composition, and the impact of the war on the specific household.

Practical Knowledge for Developing a Farm

One of the project’s key areas is agricultural information support.

Participants can receive consultations and training in the following areas:

horticulture and greenhouse farming;

• post-harvest handling and product processing;

• beekeeping;

• poultry farming, pig farming, and rabbit breeding;

• breeding cattle, goats, sheep, and other animals;

• livestock care and disease prevention;

• modern technologies and effective farm management.

Participants will work with specialised professionals, including agronomists, veterinarians, and livestock experts. Consultations will take into account each person’s specific needs and the characteristics of their farm.

From an Idea to Your Own Business

Starting or developing a business requires more than professional skills alone. It is also important to understand how to plan expenses, find customers, present products, and use digital tools.

The programme therefore also covers:

• the fundamentals of financial planning;

• digital literacy;

• marketing and online sales;

• promoting goods and services through social media;

• microenterprise management;

• starting a business;

• legal consultations;

• developing professional skills in non-agricultural fields.

Training will be delivered through webinars, in-person sessions, and individual consultations. This approach enables participants not only to obtain general information but also to discuss specific issues directly with a specialist.

Psychological Resilience as a Foundation for Recovery

Developing a business during wartime requires not only knowledge but also inner strength. Prolonged stress, anxiety, and uncertainty can make it difficult to make decisions and plan for the future.

Project participants will have access to psychological resilience training and individual consultations. Specialists will help them cope more effectively with stress, restore their confidence, and find the inner strength needed to take their next steps.

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This information material is made possible by the generous support of the American people through the United States Government. The contents are the responsibility of Civil Society Organization “TSE – NASHA SPRAVA!” and do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Government.

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