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Maria Kuchapska

Maria Kuchapska is a Ukrainian documentary translator and content creator. Kuchapska's notable projects include "20 Days in Mariupol" and "Crime Scene: Bucha."

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Patients at the Without Limits Clinic learn to walk again using prosthetic limbs on June 20, 2023

Opinion: Accessibility in Ukraine remains elusive as Russia’s war reveals systemic failures

by Maria Kuchapska
As of June, more than 50,000 Ukrainians have lost one or more limbs in Russia’s war against Ukraine, and more than 3 million people—10% of the population—live with a disability. In theory, Ukraine has a legislative framework to protect people with disabilities and ensure their inclusion in society. In practice, however, outdated infrastructure and prevailing social attitudes still uphold significant barriers three years into the full-scale invasion. Modern residential complexes, sleek shopping