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20218 minPG-13doc-short

War & Honey

20218 minPG-13doc-short

Thousands of soldiers returning from eastern Ukraine face job loss, family separation, and mental health challenges as they reintegrate into society.

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Matthew Ritenour

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Thousands of soldiers returning from eastern Ukraine face job loss, family separation, and mental health challenges as they reintegrate into society.

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Matthew Ritenourdirector

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Soldiers in eastern Ukraine face significant challenges as they return from the frontlines. Many have lost jobs, homes, and family members. Mental health issues and social stigmas complicate their reintegration into civilian life. With support from a grant by the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), Pavlograd Legion implements innovative strategies to assist veterans in rebuilding their lives. The documentary captures their efforts and the struggles of those affected.

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