NGO Academy for Heroes - About the project

The team of the Heroes Academy held a three-day strategic planning session in Shatsk, marking an important milestone in shaping the organization’s future development. Over the course of three days, the team worked on building a shared vision, defining key priorities, and exploring new opportunities. Participants outlined the organization’s strategic goals, with a strong focus on expanding partnerships, improving the efficiency of internal processes, and creating new opportunities for the professional reintegration of Ukraine’s defenders. The strategic planning session combined intensive teamwork, in-depth discussions, idea generation, and collaborative decision-making. This approach not only resulted in a clear roadmap for the organization’s next steps but also further strengthened the team, united by a shared mission – helping veterans build a new professional future. Shatsk, particularly the recreational center of Lviv Polytechnic National University, provided an excellent setting for productive work and rethinking the organization’s future development. Stepping away from daily operational responsibilities allowed the team to focus on strategic thinking, generate fresh ideas, and identify new solutions for achieving its ambitious goals.

Heroes Academy NGO is launching a new artificial intelligence intensive course for veterans under the age of 35! In just one month, you will learn how to confidently use ChatGPT, Claude, Midjourney, NotebookLM, and other AI tools that you can apply in freelancing, a new career, or your everyday life. What you’ll get: ✅ 8 hands-on training sessions (twice a week, 2 hours each) ✅ Certificate of course completion ✅ Opportunity to become part of the Heroes Academy community and continue learning through other educational programs 👥 Who can apply? Veterans living in Lviv or the Lviv region who want to gain new digital skills. 📍 Location: Heroes Academy training center, 3 Petrushevycha Street, Lviv Course starts: August 3, 2026 Places are limited – register now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhhiWlUDwii2tsbKXDFqjURZSblcVQfsimNRRKrBMxpbgNkg/viewform

The Data Engineering group of the Academy for Heroes was visited by Bohdan Puniak, Head of Professional Services at the Estonian IT company Divectors Stepan V. . It was a valuable, meaningful, and inspiring meeting with a professional from a real IT environment. The participants actively engaged in the conversation, asked many interesting and in-depth questions, shared their own experiences, and discussed real challenges in the field of Data Engineering, market requirements, teamwork, and how knowledge gradually transforms into confident professional skills. It was especially valuable that everyone shared how they are already applying the knowledge they have gained in their professional activities – in data work, analytics, accounting, mechanical engineering, process automation, systems thinking, and the search for new solutions. Divectors itself funds the education of this group, providing our participants with the opportunity to acquire up-to-date knowledge, develop technical skills, and move confidently toward a professional future in IT. Such meetings demonstrate that studying at the Academy is not only about theory or a separate course. It is a journey in which knowledge gradually becomes a tool for real change, professional growth, and new opportunities. We sincerely thank Divectors for their support, trust, and contribution to the development of our participants. We also thank Bohdan and the partner IT company Divectors for the open conversation, attention to the group, and genuine interest. The participants are already looking forward to the next meeting.

5 days. 12 hearts. And countless memories that will last a lifetime. From June 22 to 26, in the heart of Lviv – at Sense Hub Lviv by Sense Bank on Market Square – Future Heroes Campbrought together children of veterans, active service members, and families of fallen Defenders of Ukraine. Over these five unforgettable days, the children became one big, friendly family, while our engaging program gave them the opportunity to: 💻 Discover what’s “under the hood” of a computer and build their own websites from scratch. 🌐 Practice real-life English through movies, games, and presentations – no memorization required. 🤖 Explore the world of artificial intelligence and learn how to use AI tools. 🏦 Visit Oschadbank, go behind the scenes at Pershyi Zakhidnyi TV Channel and Pershe Radio, explore Zenyk Art Gallery, and tour Lviv City Council, where they met Lviv’s famous feline mayor, Levchyk. 👮 Learn from police officers about the dangers of online recruitment targeting teenagers and the importance of safe e-scooter riding. 🎨 Take part in a creative workshop, producing heartfelt drawings for our Defenders. 🎓 Strengthen their soft skills and learn the value of teamwork. These children are the descendants of true Heroes. And they are already proving that they are worthy of that title. We sincerely thank everyone who contributed to making this camp possible: Sense Hub, the Veteran Services Center, represented by Andrii Zholob; JSC Oschadbank, represented by Volodymyr Sotnyk; Zenyk Art Gallery; Pershyi Zakhidnyi TV Channel and Pershe Radio, together with Yaryna Kapitan; Lviv City Council; public relations officers of the Patrol Police Department in the Lviv Region – Vasyl Demchyna and Andrii Kadai; and Yuliia Khanyk-Soia. Heroes Academy continues its mission. Stay tuned for our upcoming announcements – even more opportunities for the children of Ukraine’s Defenders are on the way.

We are pleased to announce that our project, “AI for Heroes: Artificial Intelligence Courses for the Reintegration and Reskilling of Veterans,” has been selected for support under the “PORUCH” grant program. The program is designed to support initiatives that help veterans successfully adapt to civilian life, develop professional skills, and discover new opportunities for personal and career growth. 💡 What is the project about? As part of the project, 20 veterans will have the opportunity to learn modern artificial intelligence tools free of charge and gain practical skills in applying them to work, education, entrepreneurship, and everyday life. 📚 Participants will learn how to: work with artificial intelligence tools; use AI to automate work processes; create texts, presentations, and content with the help of AI; apply modern digital technologies for professional development; use AI as a tool for reskilling and employment. 🎯 Project Goal The project aims to help veterans acquire relevant digital skills, increase their competitiveness in the labor market, and unlock new career opportunities in an era of rapid digital transformation. The project fully aligns with the objectives of the “PORUCH” program, particularly in the areas of professional development and career adaptation for veterans.

The free summer camp Future Heroes Camp has officially launched at Sense Hub Lviv, the community space of Sense Bank located at 26 Rynok Square. The camp is organized by the Academy for Heroes for children of veterans, active-duty military personnel, and families of fallen Defenders of Ukraine. Over the course of five engaging days, participants aged 13–15 will have the opportunity not only to spend their time productively and enjoyably, but also to gain new knowledge and skills that will benefit them in the future. The camp program combines learning, personal development, and meaningful interaction in a friendly and supportive environment. Participants will explore the world of information technology and digital tools, create their own mini-projects, improve their English through interactive activities, take part in communication and teamwork training sessions, and attend workshops and meetings with experienced professionals from various fields. Future Heroes Camp is about more than just learning. It is about building new friendships, finding support and inspiration, and connecting with peers who may remain friends long after the camp ends. For many participants, it is a space where they can be themselves, unlock their potential, and look confidently toward the future. The camp will run through June 26 and will conclude with a certificate award ceremony for all participants.