The “Dobrobut” Charitable Organization Implements IDP Integration Through Training

How to dare to start or restart a business was the main topic of a series of training sessions organized by the Dubno Community Fund, “Dobrobut.” Thanks to funding from the Global Fund for Community Foundation, interested participants, especially those affected by the war in Ukraine, were able to attend the training for free.

“I came here looking for something new, even though I wasn’t sure if I would start my own business or become a businesswoman. But I understand that I need to move forward, gain new knowledge, and stay up to date with the latest trends – and I got that here. An experienced trainer, new experiences, and impressions made me think differently and look at familiar things from a different perspective,” shares training participant Svitlana.

The training was conducted by Ruslan Kraplych, a well-known business trainer, head of social and economic development programs for communities and regions, and founder of consulting companies.

“This is our third session, with the previous two dedicated to social entrepreneurship and business planning. Many people who arrived from occupied cities must find the courage to do something. Very often, people hesitate, are afraid, and never start, so it was important to show that business is not that difficult,” notes Ruslan Kraplych. The training sessions have already yielded results. Several participants found jobs, and some are seriously considering starting their own businesses.

“Internally displaced persons (IDPs) affected by the full-scale war have the right to receive various forms of assistance from state, private, and donor organizations. But the essence of our local charitable organization’s work is to help new community members become fully integrated residents.”