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Nizhny Novgorod strengthens veteran support with new social initiatives

Veterans and lawmakers unite to tackle reintegration challenges head-on. From jobs to sports, a city-wide effort is reshaping how Nizhny Novgorod honors its heroes.

In the image there is a book with army tank and jeeps on it, it seems like a war along with a text...
In the image there is a book with army tank and jeeps on it, it seems like a war along with a text above it.

Nizhny Novgorod strengthens veteran support with new social initiatives

On November 8, a significant meeting took place at the House of National Unity in Nizhny Novgorod. Led by Yevgeny Chintsov, Speaker of the Nizhny Novgorod City Duma, the event focused on supporting participants of the special military operation and their families.

Chintsov highlighted the upcoming Social Precinct Officer project, set to launch in 2026. This initiative aims to strengthen support for the families of special military operation participants through collaboration with lawmakers and the Defenders of the Fatherland Foundation. Notably, Chintsov emphasized the importance of involving combat veterans themselves to gain a comprehensive understanding of the challenges they face.

The meeting, attended by representatives from veterans' organizations, lawmakers, social precinct officers, and community activists, discussed grant opportunities for veterans' organizations to implement social projects. Particular attention was given to employment, social reintegration, and engaging veterans in the city's sports and public life. The goal is to consolidate resources and use them effectively to support veterans and their families. Present at the meeting were Dmitry Grachev, Deputy Minister of Internal Regional and Municipal Policy of Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, and Roman Koshelev, head of the Social Precinct Officer project.

The meeting at the House of National Unity marked a significant step towards enhancing support for veterans and their families in Nizhny Novgorod. Through collaboration and resource consolidation, the city aims to address the unique needs of those who have served in the special military operation.

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