A new EveryMatrix-funded project aimed at helping veterans of the war in Ukraine transition into new careers in technology has launched in Lviv.
Entitled Academy for Heroes, the NGO is spearheaded by EveryMatrix and was inspired by its 300+ employees, based in Lviv in Ukraine, some of whom are fighting in the war.
There are hundreds of thousands of combatants in Ukraine, a number that rises each day. Following their return from war, sometimes with serious injuries, many need social adaptation and work that can provide a more certain future. The Academy for Heroes will organise courses designed by leading experts in the IT industry, enabling former military personnel to gain the knowledge and skills needed for successful careers.
Beyond its primary goal of equipping veterans with IT skills, it also aims to help them successfully integrate into today’s labour market. EveryMatrix and other local IT companies will be involved in the employment of veterans after they have completed courses.
Ebbe Groes, Group CEO & Co-Founder, EveryMatrix, says: “Our Lviv office is central to our continued success and growth. Ever since the country has experienced conflict we have supported our friends and colleagues, as well as charities, with much-needed funds. We have committed more than €2m to date, and we will continue to help them.
“Now, we are taking this one step further by setting up our second company NGO to ensure veterans receive the training and skills they need to return to work and develop successful careers in technology.
“The IT industry is one of the strongest parts of the Ukrainian economy, renowned worldwide for technical skills. I hope many will either join us or go on to join other IT companies, giving them hope and a more certain future for themselves and their families.”
Professor Oleksiy Druhov, CEO, Academy for Heroes, adds: “This is the only continuously operating project of its kind in Ukraine for military veterans. Our goal is to teach four groups of veterans every year. Each group will have its own specialisation such as Project Management, Quality Assurance and Full Stack to name just a few areas.
“All participants will undergo internships at EveryMatrix and other leading Ukrainian IT companies during their studies and will have the best teachers from the IT industry. We are also planning to open a specialised, inclusive-friendly training centre at the end of 2024.”
