Veterans of the SVO can obtain 213 professions at the "Abilympics."

      Kazan is hosting the championship for professional skills among participants of the special military operation "Abilympics." The heroes of our time are competing in 21 main competencies, and they will also have the opportunity to try their skills in seven demonstration categories, including neural network art. This year, "Abilympics" has brought together around two thousand people, more than a thousand of whom are competitors from across the country and experts. The competitions will last a week, and the names of the winners will be announced at a solemn ceremony on July 1. Details in the report. The motto of the championship for professional skills among participants of the special military operation is: "You are the hero of your story." They have shown heroism on the front lines, and now — in peaceful life. Returning to their beloved work and showcasing their unique skills is the goal of each participant in the championship. Albert Yansybaev came from Izhevsk. By profession, he is a carpenter, and even an injury did not make him give up his favorite work. "I have been working with wood for 15 years. Since I returned from military service, I have not changed this profession: I build something at home, make furniture from wood. And here I was given the chance to try myself as a carpenter-furniture maker," says Albert Yansybaev. A greeting to the participants was sent by Vladimir Putin. "Abilympics" is held on the instruction of the head of state. The championship "Abilympics" was first held in Kazan last year. At that time, the republic was among the top five regions with the largest number of finalists — 16 participants. They brought home 11 medals. This time, the competitive venues have been set up in the huge pavilions of "Kazan Expo." And here are the first minutes of the competitions. Zalina Butaeva is participating in the competition in the "cook" competency. Just recently, she was on the front line. Three years ago, she answered the call of her heart and went to serve alongside the military — as a personnel officer. After her discharge, she decided to try herself in a new field. "I have never been a cook; I decided to try myself, let's see what happens," says Zalina Butaeva. There are many like Zalina. Those who, having fulfilled their duty to the Motherland, want to try themselves in a new profession. How to help them was discussed at the plenary session. How to create real opportunities for the rehabilitation of participants of the special military operation became key questions. Many participants of the special military operation are young people who need employment. Therefore, the government has approved a plan to increase the employment level of participants of the special military operation. It includes improving education levels, employment, social adaptation, and psychological support. And "Abilympics" is another way to support the fighters. For example, veterans of the special military operation can receive additional education. "The priority of state policy is to ensure a dignified return, professional and social rehabilitation. Education plays a key role here. A professional trajectory is built on the basis of education," said the Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Tatarstan, Leila Fazleeva. Training is available for 213 professions. For example, one can enroll in the engineering preparatory faculty at Bauman Moscow State Technical University. 27 veterans of the special military operation have already undergone training, and 12 of them have enrolled in higher education institutions. "When we entered this project, there were many doubts about how in demand it was. But our task now is to return veterans of the special military operation to production enterprises. Just yesterday, we received a letter about recruiting 200 participants of the special military operation," said the Deputy Chair of the State Fund "Defenders of the Fatherland," Alena Gavrilova. The competitive days for participants are moments of maximum concentration. In the pavilions where the competencies will take place, even flash photography is not allowed to avoid disrupting the process. Ainur Yagudin is mastering a new competency — "prosthetics technician" — at the championship, and not by chance. He lost a leg during the special military operation and has been walking on a prosthesis for three years. Therefore, this topic is especially close to him. "I walk on a prosthesis myself. I want to understand how the prosthesis is structured inside," says Ainur Yagudin. The program includes 21 main competencies and seven demonstration ones — such as robotics and artistic design. There is also a competency called "Architect of the Future — Neural Network Art." It is important that participation in the championship is an opportunity to secure a well-paid job. "Your participation is the best confirmation that the championship is indeed in demand and creates real opportunities for the professional rehabilitation and career realization of our defenders," said the Prime Minister of the Republic of Tatarstan, Alexey Pesoshin. "The event will undoubtedly develop, as it benefits everyone. On the one hand, it is social adaptation for our guys, and on the other — additional education. A community of ambassadors and possibly even future teachers is being formed here," said the Deputy Minister of Education of Russia, Vladimir Zhelonkin. "Abilympics" brings together more than two thousand people, more than six hundred of whom are competitors, each of whom can demonstrate resilience and a desire for new heights.

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      The "Abilympics" championship in Kazan offers participants of the special military operation 213 professions. Dilyara Aminova, Weekend Editor. The championship for professional skills among participants of the special military operation "Abilympics" has started in Kazan. 21:32 28.06.2026 ProKazan.Ru - Kazan.

      Veterans of the special military operation can obtain 213 professions at "Abilympics." Kazan is hosting the championship for professional skills among participants of the special military operation "Abilympics." 20:38 28.06.2026 GTRK Tatarstan - Kazan.

      News from neighboring regions on the topic:

      Veterans of the special military operation from Karachay-Cherkessia are participating in the championship for professional skills "Abilympics," which started in Kazan. June 26. Cherkessk. The solemn opening of the championship for professional skills "Abilympics" among veterans of the special military operation took place in Kazan. 22:00 28.06.2026 RIA Karachay-Cherkessia - Cherkessk.

      Veterans of the special military operation from Adygea are participating in the championship for professional skills. Maykop, June 28 – MN. The championship for professional skills "Abilympics" for veterans of the special military operation has started in Kazan. 14:09 28.06.2026 Maykop News - Maykop.

      Veterans of the special military operation represent Novosibirsk region at the "Abilympics" championship. "Abilympics" brings together more than two thousand people, more than a thousand of whom are competitors and experts. The all-Russian championship for professional skills "Abilympics" among participants of the special military operation has started in Kazan. 11:36 28.06.2026 GTRK Novosibirsk - Novosibirsk.

      Three veterans of the special military operation defend the honor of Novgorod region in Kazan. Yesterday, June 26, the solemn opening of the championship for professional skills "Abilympics" among participants of the special military operation took place in Kazan. 17:11 27.06.2026 53news.Ru - Veliky Novgorod.

      Eight residents of St. Petersburg became participants in the "Abilympics" Championship in Kazan. The championship for professional skills among veterans of the special military operation - "Abilympics" has started in the capital of Tatarstan. 15:26 27.06.2026 GTRK St. Petersburg - St. Petersburg.

      A veteran of the special military operation from Ulyanovsk is participating in the "Abilympics" championship in Kazan. The championship for professional skills among veterans and participants of the special military operation "Abilympics" is taking place from June 26 to July 1 in Kazan. 14:15 27.06.2026 Ulyanovsk Today - Ulyanovsk.

      Veterans of the special military operation from Perm region are participating in the "Abilympics" championship in Kazan. The championship for professional skills among veterans and participants of the special military operation "Abilympics" is taking place in Kazan. 15:37 27.06.2026 Okhansky Urban District - Okhansk.

      Bryansk veterans of the special military operation have gone to the "Abilympics" championship in Tatarstan. In Kazan, the capital of Tatarstan, the solemn opening of the championship for professional skills among veterans of the special military operation (SVO) "Abilympics" took place on June 26. 12:59 27.06.2026 Russian Niva - Vygonichi.

      Nine veterans of the special military operation from Pomorye are participating in the "Abilympics" championship in Tatarstan. The championship for professional skills "Abilympics" among participants of the special military operation has started in Kazan. 12:27 27.06.2026 Press Center of the Government