Ukraine is now accepting applications for the Fundamentals of Urbanism for Recovery programme, designed for architects, urbanists, planners, engineers, and representatives of related fields who want to contribute to the reconstruction of Ukrainian cities and communities. The initiative aims to train specialists capable of developing comprehensive spatial solutions in conditions of crisis and post-crisis development, focusing on European standards and local needs.
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The programme will run from 22 September to 19 December 2025 in an online format, requiring approximately six hours of engagement per week. The training combines interactive lectures with group work on a real case study of a Ukrainian community in collaboration with mentors and international experts. Participants will master four thematic modules: planning in crisis conditions, mobility and safety, working with culture and heritage, and sustainability and energy efficiency.
The course is aimed at three audiences: experienced architects and planners, young professionals at the beginning of their careers, and specialists in related fields — transport, energy, culture, ecology, social work, and public administration.
After completing the programme, up to 30 of the best participants will be invited to an offline workshop in winter 2026, with travel and accommodation expenses covered by the organisers. In addition, 4–6 participants will have the opportunity to intern at leading Ukrainian institutions working on spatial recovery projects.
Applications will be accepted until 2 September 2025. Selection is based on a motivational question that determines the candidate’s readiness to work with spatial challenges and apply their knowledge in practice.
The programme is implemented by Ro3kvit Urban Coalition with the support of the Netherlands Enterprise Agency and the Dutch government.
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