As part of the project, three Inclusive Resource Centres, 24 sensory rooms, and 44 Calm Down Corners have already been established across Kryvyi Rih and Kryvyi Rih Raion. As a result, more than 4,600 children have gained access to modern educational and corrective developmental services. The project also invests in people, not just facilities: 1,100 specialists have completed specialised training to strengthen their knowledge and skills in supporting children with special educational needs.
One of these newly established spaces is the sensory room at the Shyroke Inclusive Resource Centre, created within the framework of the project KRYTSIA: Support for the Recovery of Kryvyi Rih Raion, funded by the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg and implemented by LuxDev, the Luxembourg Development Cooperation Agency, in partnership with Proman and the NDI. It is here that a story unfolded, once again proving that the right support can truly change lives.
Step by Step Towards Independence
Mykyta Ihushkin attends corrective developmental sessions in the sensory room. At the beginning of his journey, he experienced significant mobility challenges. During each session, every step required the support of a rehabilitation specialist, who carefully held his hands to help him move.
Through consistent therapy, an individualised approach, and the specialised equipment available in the sensory room, Mykyta gradually developed stronger motor skills.
Today, Mykyta can stand independently and take his very first steps without assistance. While this may seem like an ordinary milestone for many, for him and his family it represents an extraordinary achievement — the result of perseverance, professional support, and unwavering belief in his potential.
Mykyta’s story demonstrates how access to high-quality corrective developmental services, an inclusive learning environment, and dedicated professionals can transform children’s lives. These investments help children with special educational needs become more independent, more confident, and better prepared to explore new opportunities and participate fully in their communities.
