GIZ Ukraine

The "Strengthening Urban Resilience in Ukraine" project funded by Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and implemented by GIZ Ukraine, has successfully developed a geoinformation system to assess and document damage to buildings in Chernihiv and 17 nearby settlements. In collaboration with #UADAMAGE, the project utilized satellite and drone imagery, alongside AI-powered analysis, to evaluate damage across 1,500 square kilometers—an area three times the size of Warsaw. This advanced technology enables precise damage assessments, helping city officials prioritize and plan reconstruction efforts. The data, integrated with urban planning information from the Chernihiv City Council, is accessible via an online platform, though access remains restricted during martial law. “Digitalizing damage assessment allows for rapid data analysis and more efficient infrastructure restoration planning," says Oleksandr Atroshchenko, Deputy Mayor of Chernihiv. UADAMAGE's innovative approach, using AI, scales damage assessments and ensures flexibility in response to evolving needs. The integration of damage data with urban planning tools is aiding Chernihiv’s ongoing city development, ensuring that recovery efforts are both strategic and effective. #GIZ

GIZ Ukraine works! Today marks the first day of school for Ukrainian children after the summer holidays, and GIZ Ukraine is making a significant impact on behalf of the German government. In 2023, GIZ rebuilt 12 schools across Ukraine, enabling around 5,000 students to continue their education despite the ongoing full-scale invasion. In the northern municipality of Ripky, a digital hub has been established in the basement of a secondary school, offering a safe and connected learning space for students and teachers alike. This initiative, along with community-driven efforts to rebuild schools with minimal resources, allows families to stay in or return to their communities. Through these actions, Germany continues to support Ukraine and contribute to the stability of the European neighborhood. For more details read the article, about how GIZ Ukraine works https://lnkd.in/dRCC68KY U-LEAD with Europe , Brave to Rebuild, European Commission's Foreign Policy Instruments #GIZUkraineWorks #GIZworks

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Get ready for an incredible portion of stories trough the YouTube show „Ambassador of Ambassador“ with Mark Kutsevalov produced by the German Embassy in Kyiv that will show German support to Ukraine! In this episode, you'll have the opportunity to go behind the scenes of UNBROKEN Ukraine — the largest prosthetic and orthotic center in the country, established in Lviv with the support of the German Government. You'll see how Germany is supporting Ukrainian defenders who have lost limbs during combat. Don't miss the second episode of ‘Ambassador of Ambassador’ - a small bridge between Germany and Ukraine. The episode is available in Ukrainian. #PosolPosla

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1200 skilled workers for Ukraine's recovery: results of a year of cooperation between Skills4Recovery, the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine and the Ministry of Economy of Ukraine. “Skilled workers are the key to economic stability. We focus on modernizing vocational education by providing modern equipment, training managers and teachers, and supporting vulnerable groups such as women, veterans, and internally displaced persons. #Skills4Recovery also assists our partners in repositioning vocational education institutions and developing strategies for veterans' transition back to civilian life,” said Michael Paulo, Programme Director of Skills4Recovery, GIZ Ukraine. Over the year of its operation, the Skills4Recovery programme has strengthened more than 20 vocational education providers in 11 regions of Ukraine. 230 teachers received management and digitalization skills. Almost 1200 people have successfully completed retraining courses. The programme has purchased nearly 1,500 pieces of modern equipment to vocational education institutions: agrodrones, 3D printers, Starlink satellite modems, special simulators, interactive panels, various tools and machines for various purposes. The next steps are to scale up the results and implement new initiatives. The #Skills4Recovery programme aims to support the training and retraining of skilled labour in four economic sectors important to the recovery process: construction, transport and logistics, agriculture and services. Funded by the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), the programme runs from mid-2023 to mid-2026 and covers Lviv, Vinnytsia, Chernivtsi, Kyiv, Poltava and Dnipro regions. Learn more about the results of the activities in the infographic below. #GIZ #GIZWorks

Small change, big benefit: Call centers are now replacing the old registration areas in Ukrainian healthcare facilities. They inform patients about appointments or practice opening hours, for example. This reduces the workload for staff and people get the information they need quickly. We are currently modernizing 12 facilities, including the health center in the municipality of Nizhyn in the Chernihiv region. We are coooperating with the patient network CO "100% LIFE". For the latest information on GIZ's work in Ukraine, follow GIZ Ukraine. #EU4ResilientRegions #TeamEurope

We remain committed to supporting Ukrainian enterprises, ensuring they can continue to operate steadily despite ongoing Russian missile attacks on Ukraine. Today we are telling you about one of the largest wallpaper factories in Europe, which has successfully implemented energy modernisation measures with the support of the project ‘Support to Energy Modernisation of Enterprises in Wartime’ implemented by our partners, the International Development Foundation. Thanks to the company's participation in the initiative, the lighting was modernised, which saved 95.20 MWh/year and improved the skills of employees in the field of energy efficiency. The project was funded by the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) with the support of GIZ Ukraine as part of the programme ‘Promoting Energy Efficiency and Implementation of the EU Energy Efficiency Directive in Ukraine’. More in our video in Ukrainian with English subtitles. #GIZ

“Strengthening of State and Municipal Emergency Management in Ukraine” project funded by Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and implemented by GIZ Ukraine visited the Cherkasy Fire Safety Institute named after the Heroes of Chornobyl of the National University of Civil Defense of Ukraine. The main topic was discussion about the development of operator training and the training of qualified personnel in the use of firefighting robotics and UAVs at the educational institutions of the DSNS - The State Emergency Service of Ukraine. The meeting reviewed the latest experience in the development of unmanned aerial vehicles, discussed joint projects in the field of robotics, information technology, and future areas of cooperation. The results of the meeting will be considered in further cooperation between the project and the DSNS. #GIZ

Happy Independence Day, Ukraine! On this momentous occasion of Ukraine's Independence Day, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to all Ukrainians. Since 1993, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH has been honored to work alongside Ukraine on behalf of the German Government. As Ukraine embarks on its path of reconstruction, our efforts are dedicated to developing municipal and social infrastructure, ensuring a stable energy supply, and fortifying the resilience of Ukraine’s society. Our commitment to supporting Ukraine’s EU accession is unwavering, as we provide expert advice on essential reforms and drive the modernization of public administration. Together with our commissioning parties, Ukrainian partners, and our devoted team, we are building back better Ukraine for a brighter future! #GIZ #StandWithUkraine