The upcoming post-war elections in Ukraine, whenever they take place, will be accompanied by numerous challenges related to the consequences of the Russian invasion. One of the most critical is the accessibility of polling stations for people with disabilities. This problem will become even more urgent than before due to the increasing number of wounded soldiers and civilians affected by the war.

Are polling stations ready to accept voters with disabilities

According to First Lady Olena Zelenska, as of November 2024, there were more than 3 million people with disabilities in Ukraine. During the period of the full-scale Russian invasion, their number increased by 300,000.

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