‘It all comes down to the job you do’ — Ukrainian author Kateryna Zarembo on women serving in the military (opens original article in a new tab)

Ukrainian author Kateryna Zarembo, a combat medic, discusses her transition from civilian life to the military, emphasizing gender equality in military roles and the importance of combat training for all. She also highlights her book's role in countering Russian propaganda about Donbas.

• Ukrainian author Kateryna Zarembo transitioned from researcher and writer to combat medic in the military
• Zarembo highlights that women's capabilities in the military are judged by job performance, not gender
• She emphasizes the importance of combat training for both men and women and the need for equal physical standards
• Zarembo's book 'Ukrainian Sunrise' challenges Russian propaganda by showcasing Donbas's Ukrainian cultural and historical roots
• She does not miss writing but is focused on training soldiers and advancing her medical studies