Training Program on the Implementation of Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs) by UN Women Ukraine

A representative of Chernihiv Polytechnic National University took part in a training program on the implementation of Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs) by UN Women Ukraine.

On September 12-14, 2026, a three-day training session on the implementation of the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs) took place in Chernihiv. The program was attended by Kateryna Hnedina, Coordinator for Startup Development, Innovation, and Project-Based Learning at Chernihiv Polytechnic National University, Ph.D. in Economics, Associate Professor at the Department of Economics, Accounting and Taxation, CEO and Co-founder of the “Insulin without queues” startup.

The program aimed to strengthen practical knowledge regarding the implementation of WEPs, the integration of gender equality principles into internal policies and activities of organizations, the creation of a safe working environment, and the application of international approaches in the field of gender equality.

The training program combined expert presentations, case studies, group discussions, and practical exercises, covering:

• corporate and female leadership, ensuring equal opportunities, and overcoming gender stereotypes;
• creating a safe and non-discriminatory workplace, supporting employee health and well-being;
• education, professional and career development, development of visible leadership and personal branding;
• integrating gender equality principles into business development, supply chains, marketing practices, and advertising;
• community initiatives and advocacy, responsible communication, as well as tools for evaluation, self-assessment, and reporting on WEPs implementation.

Participation in the WEPs implementation training program is important for the further development of approaches to inclusion, equal opportunities, responsible leadership, and sustainable development within the university and innovation ecosystem. The acquired knowledge and skills will be applied in the development of the startup ecosystem of Chernihiv Polytechnic National University, work with student and startup teams, as well as in the implementation of educational and innovation initiatives of the university.

Training on WEPs implementation is carried out within the framework of the Strategic Note of UN Women in Ukraine for 2025-2029 with financial support from the Governments of Austria, Denmark, Norway, Poland, Finland, France, and Sweden.