Sergiy Ostapenko

Lieutenant Colonel Sergiy Ostapenko is a representative of the Main Department of Psychological Support of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the coordinator of the psychological recovery program for military personnel. He emphasizes the critical importance of psychological recovery for those in combat zones. Under his guidance, the program facilitates weekly retreats for 20 to 100 soldiers and their families, providing essential support and motivation for their return to duty. With over 20,000 military personnel and their families having benefited from the initiative, Ostapenko's work underscores the necessity of mental health support for those who risk their lives in service.