Another meeting of the "Kharkivshchyna 1325" Coalition was held as part of the project "1325: Inclusive Security," with the participation of Kateryna Levchenko, Government Commissioner for Gender Policy. Kharkiv National University of Internal Affairs was represented by Nataliia Rastorhuieva, Doctor of Philosophy in Law and a member of KhNUIA's "Equal Opportunities" team.

Participants discussed countering domestic violence, human trafficking, and gender discrimination, as well as the security needs of residents of frontline communities. Particular attention was paid to practical steps for implementing the "Women, Peace, and Security" agenda in Kharkiv Region.

Kateryna Levchenko outlined the main areas of work for 2026, including ensuring gender equality in the security and defence sector and implementing National Action Plan 1325.

The meeting also presented the draft Local Action Plan 1325 for the Kharkiv Municipal Territorial Community. It was developed on the basis of consultations with women of diverse life experiences and needs, which made it possible to take their views and security priorities into account when defining specific measures.

 The participation of KhNUIA's representative in the meeting contributed to professional exchange and discussion of further cooperation among the security sector, higher education institutions, civil society organisations, and territorial communities in implementing UN Security Council Resolution 1325 "Women, Peace, and Security."

 KhNUIA Press Office