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Building the Future of Defense in 48 Hours
Inside Ukraine’s Defense-Tech Hackathons If you follow us on social media, you’ve probably noticed that Dignitas Ukraine doesn’t just deliver drones or run training programs – we’re deeply involved in the global defense-tech community. And one of the most dynamic corners of that world is hackathons. Not typical college coding marathons Defense-tech hackathons feel more […]
Insights from the Brussels Summit
In late October, leaders, policymakers, innovators, and NGOs gathered in Brussels for the Renew Europe Group’s summit, “The Role of Civil Society in Ukraine’s Security and Post-War Recovery.” The event was meant to focus on long-term recovery, but discussions quickly shifted to the urgent realities of modern war and the immediate support Ukraine needs now. […]
Ukraine’s Women Warriors Are Changing Modern War
Women in Ukraine’s Armed Forces are redefining what strength, leadership, and modern warfare look like. Every day, they prove that courage has no gender and that impact comes from skill, dedication, and character – not stereotypes. And the numbers tell a powerful story. More than 70,000 Ukrainian women now serve in the country’s Security and […]
Let Us Begin With a Wholesome Story
Dear Donor, As the year nears its close, it becomes both a season of giving and a time for meaningful stories. At Dignitas, we have a story to share about Mr. Beaver. He has been working hard all year long, and he saved lots and lots of coins. At the end of the year, Mr. […]
10 Tax-Smart Ways to Give to Dignitas Ukraine
The Giving Season is here, and if you’ve been thinking about supporting Ukraine, now’s the perfect time to do it smartly and tax-efficiently. As a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in the United States, all donations to Dignitas Ukraine are tax-deductible under U.S. law. That means your generosity not only helps save lives but can also […]
What the World Still Hasn’t Learned from Ukraine
Insights from AUSA 2025: How Dignitas Ukraine Connected With the Future of Defense Innovation Earlier this month, members of the Dignitas Ukraine team – President Dmytro Kavun, Director of Development Yulia O’Connell, and team member Olena Urmey – attended the AUSA Annual Meeting & Exposition in Washington, D.C. For those unfamiliar, AUSA is the largest […]
Building Ukraine’s Unmanned Ground Vehicles Ecosystem
Core Takeaways Unmanned Ground Vehicles Landscape Since 2023, Ukraine has turned unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs), also known as ground drones, from prototypes into practical battlefield tools. They are now used for tasks such as evacuation, resupply, and mine clearance, with modular designs also carrying communications relays, electronic warfare payloads, or weapons. Yet UGVs remain harder […]
New Tech Landed on Our Amazon Wishlist
Every item on our Amazon Wishlist was handpicked together with Ukrainian defenders. Each drone, tablet, battery, and analyzer has a specific mission on the front line: helping defenders detect the enemy, stay connected, and operate safely in dangerous conditions. We’ve just updated the list and added what’s most urgently needed right now, while keeping what […]
Dignitas Ukraine Earns Platinum Seal for Transparency
We’re proud to share some amazing news – Dignitas Ukraine has officially earned the Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid (GuideStar.org) – the highest level of recognition a nonprofit can achieve. This recognition isn’t just about paperwork or numbers. It’s a reflection of everything we stand for – trust, integrity, openness, and accountability. It’s about […]
A Veteran’s Journey: Recovery, Sports, and Drones
Mykhailo is a war veteran and a graduate of one of Dignitas’ training programs. Today he’s in rehabilitation in Lviv, getting used to his new prosthetic, staying active through sports, and still visiting the Flight to Recovery classroom – even though he completed the civilian drone course a few months ago. His story is one […]