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Sabine Freizer Gunes retweeted
Today, we interviewed survivors of yesterday’s jet-powered Russian drone attack on the main railway station in Dnipro – at least 15 civilians dead & 14 injured, according to local authorities. "There were around 10 people lying on the ground. Some were injured and screaming, while others may have already been dead ," an injured passenger told us.
The attack fits a pattern of intensifying attacks against railway facilities & other transport infrastructure across Ukraine, including another attack at a train station in Dnipro today, which reportedly injured at least one woman.
Women who survived conflict related sexual violence in Russian detention tell what happened to them as a powerful way to seek justice
After today’s deadly attack by Russian armed forces on Dnipro train station, a bus in Zaporizhzhia was hit.
At @unwomenukraine we are proud to support bus transport with Zaporizhzhia authorities & increase women drivers #SheDrives
Transport is protected under IHL
Sabine Freizer Gunes retweeted
Today, 29 October, is the International Day of Care and Support 🤝
Care makes our societies and economies work. Yet too often, the people providing that care – overwhelmingly women – do so without the recognition, rights, or the support they deserve.
In Ukraine, Russia’s full-scale invasion has increased the care women provide for older people, children, persons with disabilities and those who are ill. During power outages, this work grows even heavier: from ensuring children have food and water to keeping homes warm, maintaining hygiene and helping children continue learning, women carry a heavy care burden through the winter.
According to UN Women’s assessment of the gender impact of the 2025–2026 winter energy crisis in Ukraine:
🔹 women were far more likely to be the main caregivers for children (44.3% of women vs 26.4% of men);
🔹 4 in 10 people looking after children or persons with disabilities spent more time on care.
Ukraine is approaching its fifth winter of full-scale war. Winter preparedness must take women’s needs and challenges into account.
📽️ Learn more in the video.
🔗 Read the full assessment here: bit.ly/3TjESJS
#DayofCare #GenderEquality
Sabine Freizer Gunes retweeted
“Train journeys must never end in death and devastation.”
UN Humanitarian Coordinator @matzschmale condemns today’s Russian attack on Dnipro’s main railway station, which killed over a dozen civilians.
Full statement: bit.ly/3WcKEOy
Sabine Freizer Gunes retweeted
Russia’s full-scale invasion continues to inflict untold suffering on Ukrainian people and women are heavily affected. Yet efforts to advance the #WomenPeaceSecurity agenda continue.
During #WPSWeek, we highlight women’s leadership in security, peacebuilding and recovery, and the importance of protecting women’s rights and ensuring their meaningful participation in decisions shaping #Ukraine’s future.
#WPS #ЖінкиМирБезпека
Sabine Freizer Gunes retweeted
After 27 years of service with Ukraine’s State Border Guard Service @DPSU_ua, Viktoriia Kostur continues to learn, take on new challenges and explore new fields.
Recently, she joined non-technical survey training through UN Women’s #SheDemines programme, discovering how humanitarian mine action contributes to people’s safety and Ukraine’s recovery.
Ahead of #WPSWeek discover Viktoriia’s journey, how opportunities for women in Ukraine’s State Border Guard Service are evolving, and what inspires her to keep learning.
Read more: lnk.ua/9a1MGtZ3K
@GAC_Corporate @CanEmbUkraine @MFA_Croatia @mineconomdev
#WomenPeaceSecurity #WPS
An absolutely amazing documentary of the transformation of survivors of conflict related sexual violence from victims to global leaders
🎥 The Ukrainian documentary feature Traces (Slidy), codirected by Alisa Kovalenko and Marysia Nikitiuk, captured the prestigious main prize in the Checkpoints competition at the 27th Bergen International Film Festival (BIFF) in Norway
🔗 link.nv.ua/n8J13m
📸: tracesdocfilm | Instagram
Sabine Freizer Gunes retweeted
Overnight, Kyiv was rocked by a massive barrage again. At least one resident was reportedly killed and more injured, including medical personnel.
Civilian infrastructure was shattered, and basic services disrupted. This pattern of civilian harm must be brought to an end.
What the downfall of Orbán and Vučić may tell us about the limitations of competitive authoritarianism & civil society’s power… looking forward to takes from Levitsky, Way, Bunce, Chenoweth, Tufekci & many more… someone please focus also on young women activists & their roles…
What's interesting - and theory relevant - is that the challenge came from civil society. Not established political parties. Several waves of protest since 2021 built momentum. People learned how to self-organise and eventually compete in elections.
carnegieendowment.org/europe…
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Sabine Freizer Gunes retweeted
🇺🇳 Today marks 81 years of the @UN.
As Russian attacks continue across #Ukraine, we work alongside our partners to deliver aid & help communities recover.
United for the people of Ukraine & a peaceful future💙
#UnitedForUkraine
Women in Ukraine are needed to fill the labor gap today and during recovery - employers will have to adjust 👷♀️👩🏭👩🚒
Not a Woman's Job? Women Changing the Labor Market: From Professional Stereotypes to Systemic Solutions
On 15–16 October, UN Women’s #SheDemines programme brought together women working in traditionally male-dominated fields, government agencies, business, academia, international organizations, civil society in Kyiv to discuss how to make these professions more accessible to women. From humanitarian mine action to energy, transport and manufacturing, women are already contributing to sectors vital to Ukraine’s recovery.
The discussions focused on turning these experiences into lasting change: expanding equal access to jobs, creating safe and inclusive workplaces, and ensuring women have opportunities to grow and build long-term careers.
#WPS #WomenPeaceSecurity
@GAC_Corporate @CanEmbUkraine @SabineFreizer @mineconomdev @bbcmediaaction @godivchata
Sabine Freizer Gunes retweeted
At least 328 civilians were killed, 2,105 injured in Ukraine in September – 85% more than in September 2025. In Kyiv, civilian casualties were recorded on 22 of 30 days.
As winter approaches, Russia resumed large-scale attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure.
ukraine.ohchr.org/en/Protect…
Sabine Freizer Gunes retweeted
Artificial intelligence has already become part of our work, learning, and everyday tasks. But for many people, it is still a complex and unfamiliar technology.
That’s why UN Women Ukraine and AI HOUSE are launching the second cohort of the #UNWomenAISchool — a free educational programme designed to help you confidently start working with AI tools 👇
The programme runs from November 3 to 29.
Here’s what to expect:
🔹 6 online sessions with AI experts,
🔹 practical assignments after each session,
🔹 an opportunity to join two practical sessions [AI Labs] for the most active participants.
The first cohort of the UN Women AI School brought together 662 women from across Ukraine. Participants learned practical AI tools — from prompting and creating AI assistants to automating work processes — and are now using them in their work, learning, and professional development.
🔗Apply via the link: bit.ly/3WmythY
@EUDelegationUA @unfpaeecaro @UNFPAUkraine @mintsyfra
Everyday women heroes in Ukraine
“It is hard. You just hope things will get better.”
Thanks to the support of 🇺🇸 & other donors to @OCHAFunds, aid workers are providing vital food & cash assistance to front-line residents, facing the continued impact of ongoing attacks.
More in the video from @WFPUkraine👇
From the head of the UN in Ukraine yesterday…. But tonight is unlikely to be much different as alerts due to Russian jet powered drones already cover much of the map
Another night of attacks by the Russian Armed Forces. In #Kyiv, #Lutsk and #Rivne, civilians were killed and injured. Several power plants were reportedly struck ahead of winter.
Humanitarian Coordinator @matzschmale says respect for IHL requires that civilians are protected.
Sabine Freizer Gunes retweeted
Yesterday's strike in #Zaporizhzhia was one of many intense attacks by the Russian Armed Forces across Ukraine in recent days, harming civilians.
Humanitarian Coordinator for Ukraine, @matzschmale, calls for this violence to end and urges respect for IHL.
Sabine Freizer Gunes retweeted
I am horrified by the wave of attacks killing civilians across Ukraine over recent days. Since Monday, at least 85 civilians have reportedly been killed in Russian strikes. My statement: ohchr.org/en/press-releases/…
Sabine Freizer Gunes retweeted
48 hours of attacks across #Ukraine. Winter approaching.
We must not confuse the ability to adapt with the ability to endure indefinitely.
Three things are needed now:
🔴 Protect civilians and infrastructure
🔴 Allow humanitarian aid to reach everyone
🔴 Protect aid workers