The expansion of economic and professional opportunities for women has been one of the notable consequences of the war. This was reported by Kateryna Borozdyna, director of the NGO La Strada Ukraine. She noted that a few years ago, women in many professions might not have been taken seriously, but today the situation has changed.
According to Borozdyna, the growing need for specialists has opened up access for women to fields that were previously considered exclusively ‘male.’ These include jobs in transport, construction, and technical specialties. Job advertisements increasingly use feminine forms, and employers emphasise their openness to female candidates.
The expert stressed that this is not only a matter of military necessity, but also of compliance with the law on non-discrimination, which allows for special measures to be taken to ensure a balanced representation of women and men in various professions. In her opinion, the practice gained during the war may remain in peacetime, shaping long-term changes and gradually breaking down stereotypes about ‘female’ and ‘male’ professions.
Borodina also pointed out that there is a lack of research for a more in-depth analysis: how many women are learning new specialities, how they find employment after training, and how willing employers are to support this process. She stressed that the state and society must create conditions for equal opportunities, including pay and social guarantees.
According to her, instead of restrictions, it is necessary to ensure maximum protection and safety at work for all employees, regardless of gender. This approach will not only support the economy in wartime, but also lay the foundation for equality in the labour market in the future.
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