Organiser: ReThink

Format: online

At its core, circular construction is about people — about designing and shaping sustainable environments where every individual, regardless of gender, background, ability, or social status, feels seen, included, and protected.

Despite progress, the construction sector in Ukraine and worldwide remains one of the least inclusive industries. Gender bias, a lack of accessible design, and the underrepresentation of women, veterans, and marginalized groups in urban decision-making processes continue to present systemic challenges.

Join for the online webinar, part of the “Safe, Sustainable, and Swift Reconstruction of Ukraine (S3)” project, focusing on circular concrete recycling. S3 is not just about technology, but also about putting people at the center. The aim is to explore how GEDSI principles (Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion) can be applied to build more inclusive environments.

During the session, you will learn:

• How the construction sector in Ukraine can become a pathway for veteran support and social reintegration

• A personal account of navigating and overcoming systemic barriers in the industry — and how to transform these challenges into change

• Practical approaches to designing inclusive, people-centered spaces that foster equity and dignity

Speakers:

Priya Perumal, Chief Scientific Officer at C2CA Technology B.V. (The Netherlands) and Associate Professor (Tenure) at the University of Oulu (Finland). She is a leading expert in sustainable construction technologies and actively advocates for gender equality and women’s participation in the construction and raw materials sectors.

Iryna Haluzіnska, Project Manager of Praktyka at Veteran Hub. She specializes in social inclusion in Ukraine and helps to prepare veterans for employment in construction and other industries.

Register here.