A fundraising event for the rehabilitation of wounded veterans took place at the Respublika Park shopping center.
The emotional support festival "Life Conquers All" aimed to assist Ukrainian veterans in reintegrating into civilian life and achieving psychological recovery.
Visitors could attend lectures by mental health experts, workshops on art therapy, garden therapy, and meditation. Canine therapy, involving interactions with specially trained dogs, drew particular attention for its ability to stabilize emotional well-being and restore trust in social interactions.
"Our shopping center serves as a platform for initiatives with real social impact," emphasized Yulia Shchaslyva, CEO of Respublika Park. "We see the value in supporting projects that help veterans adapt to peaceful life."
A charity corgi dog run organized by the Holy Doggy team was part of the program, highlighting the importance of the bond between humans and animals.
"As volunteers, we make every effort to help Ukraine's defenders reintegrate into social life. We strive to ensure they feel supported and not alone with their struggles and pain," stated festival organizer Kateryna Shershnova.
The event also had an important charitable goal — to raise funds for TYTANOVI implants for veterans and GLOBUS devices for the NGO "Genome of the Future," which are essential for the physical rehabilitation of military personnel affected by combat.
The evening portion of the festival included a charity auction and a concert featuring Ukrainian performers Ivana Liulenova and Alisa.
This was the second "Life Conquers All" festival, with the first event held on August 11, 2024. According to organizers, over 5000 veterans and visitors participated in this year's event.
It is worth noting that Holy Doggy is a project created by the event agency Holy Sweets, the IRC "Base 4.5.0," and the German super-premium pet food producer Josera, who passionately support initiatives for developing pet-friendly culture in Ukraine and have been promoting canine therapy for three years.
