Caring for people remains one of the core priorities of the All-Ukrainian Trade Union of Defenders of Ukraine. Led by Sofiia Cherepanova, the Trade Union's Women's Wing continues to create a space of support, understanding, and emotional recovery for women.

In the midst of the full-scale war, as Ukrainians live each day under the sound of air raid sirens while enduring constant missile attacks, loss, exhaustion, and emotional strain, caring for mental well-being has become just as essential as ensuring physical safety. That is why the Trade Union continues to implement initiatives that help people find inner strength and resilience, even in the most challenging times.

A therapeutic art gathering was held at the *Roslynka* studio in Kyiv, bringing together 15 women whose lives continue to be shaped by the realities of war. For a few hours, the participants had the opportunity to step away from the stress of everyday life, connect with like-minded women, and devote time to creativity and emotional renewal. The centerpiece of the event was an art workshop led by Ukrainian artist Anastasiia Cherniavska. Under her guidance, each Trade Union member created her own painting, discovering art as a powerful means of self-expression, emotional release, and finding inner balance.

“Today, when the lives of Ukrainians are under constant threat and ongoing stress has become part of our daily reality, it is especially important to have a safe space where one can pause and breathe, even for a short while. These gatherings are not only about creativity. They are about support, trust, the opportunity to be heard, and the feeling that you do not have to face your struggles alone. Such circles of mutual support help restore inner strength, find the energy to move forward, and remind every woman that she is not alone,” said Sofiia Cherepanova, Deputy Chairwoman of the All-Ukrainian Trade Union of Defenders of Ukraine and Head of the Women's Wing.