Women from which regions are most likely to join the Armed Forces: top regions by recruitment

The growing involvement of women in the Armed Forces of Ukraine is a testament to the transformation of society and its attitude to the country's defence capability. Find out which regions are most likely to express a desire to join the army

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Since the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) recruitment centres began operating, 42,366 citizens have applied to them, with 1,064 in the last week alone. Among all those who applied, 21 per cent were women, and this proportion continues to grow. The desire of the fair sex to serve in the army is especially noticeable in three regions: Chernivtsi, Khmelnytsky and Ternopil regions, according to the Ministry of Defence.

Where women are most eager to serve in the AFU

1. Chernivtsi region

2. Khmelnitsky region

3. Ternopil region

It is in these regions there is the largest number of applications from women who would like to join the Ukrainian army.

Read also: International Legion of Ukraine for Ukrainians: how to join and what are the conditions?

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The most in-demand military specialities

According to recruitment centres, the following positions are the most popular among all applications:

- UAV (unmanned aerial vehicle) operators

- Drivers

- Shooting specialities

The increase in demand for qualified UAV operators is attributed to the booming use of drones in the Defence Forces. Drivers and shooters also remain in demand, as they provide both logistics and direct combat operations.

As is known, there are 48 recruitment centres in Ukraine, among which there is an online centre. Their main tasks are counselling and full support of potential candidates for military service.

Why women are increasingly choosing to serve in the AFU

🔻 Many see service as a way to contribute to the defence of the country.

Empowerment

🔻 The number of military specialities open to women is growing.

Support and equal rights

🔻 The AFU and the Ministry of Defence are actively working to create equal conditions for all military personnel, including training and career opportunities.

We remind you! The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine is launching a new project on recruiting young men 18-24 years old in the AFU. Find out what the essence of this project is and what the conditions are.

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