PECULIARITIES OF SELF-REALIZATION OF UKRAINIAN WOMEN UNDER MARTIAL LAW

Abstract

The article is devoted to the analysis of the peculiarities of the formation and self-realization of a modern Ukrainian woman in the context of the Russian-Ukrainian war. It is argued that self-realization is mainly a conscious, purposeful process of disclosure and objectification of the essential forces of the personality in its various practical activities. The formation of a socially active and harmoniously developed woman depends to a large extent on the personal efforts of the person focused on self-improvement and self-realization as an indispensable condition for achieving success in life. In the context of the current transformation of society, gender stereotypes and gender roles are further changing. More and more women are abandoning traditionally assigned gender roles and taking on new social spheres and corresponding social roles. The complexity of the situation for women lies in the need to combine different gender role models of behavior. It has been found that, despite gender stereotypes and prejudices, many women under martial law took an active part in combat operations, performing combat support tasks, providing medical care, and other important tasks of military service. Some women serve alongside men on the front lines, performing the same roles as riflemen, commanders, and artillerymen. Their courage and determination have set an example for others, while demonstrating that women can be just as effective as men. Many women serve as medics, saving the lives of the wounded, often under enemy fire. Their contribution to saving lives is hard to overestimate. Women scouts, communications operators, and other specialists help ensure successful operations on the battlefield by providing critical information and communication. It is recognized that the burden of war is especially difficult for women who are forced to provide for family life and raise children in difficult conditions when they often cannot rely on a reliable male shoulder. It has been established that women serving in the Ukrainian armed forces have proven to be extremely dedicated, courageous, and competent servicewomen. They try to create a favourable psychological and moral climate, minimising risks and levelling the unattractive features of war.