Kolomyia, Ukraine · Since 2016

Making communities
inclusive, people
agentic, culture
influential.

NGO Triangle is a platform for education, culture, and human rights protection — working across Kolomyia district and Ivano-Frankivsk region toward a society of free, responsible citizens.

Education Culture Human Rights Local Democracy Veteran Support
About us

A civil society force
rooted in the community

Founded in 2016, Triangle started as a cultural initiative in Kolomyia. After Russia's full-scale invasion in February 2022, we rapidly scaled our work — from arts festivals to a regional hub for IDP support, legal aid, veteran rehabilitation, and local democracy.

2016

Founded to advance culture and civic awareness in Kolomyia district through art festivals and creative events.

2022

Launched emergency IDP support operations. Established the "Hive of Meanings" shelter and platform, housing up to 60 people at a time.

2023

Joined the Legal Development Network. Solomiia Zinets-Matsyshyn joined the Network's Board.

2023–25

Delivered the "Vidnova" project — developing veteran policy, accessibility, and brand strategies across three Ivano-Frankivsk communities and three Mykolaiv communities.

2026→

Scaling to a nationally influential organization with a 2026–2028 Development Strategy focused on local democracy and social cohesion.

3+
Years of IDP support operations
60
IDP residents sheltered at peak capacity
6
Communities reached through Vidnova project
5
Strategic directions for 2026–2028
Purpose & meaning

Why we exist

Our vision, mission, and values are the core framework that guides every decision — from project design to team culture.

Mission
"We make communities inclusive, people agentic, and culture influential."
Vision
"A society of free people who take responsibility for the development and resilience of democratic institutions within their community and country."
Our values

What guides us

Five values underpin every program, every partnership, and every interaction with the people we serve.

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Human-Centredness

Every program and system is built around real, verified human needs. A person is the goal — never the means.

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Dignity

We treat every person as a partner, not a recipient. Equal rights, confidentiality, and a safe space are non-negotiable.

⚖️

Commitment to Democracy

We work openly and inclusively, respecting human rights and the rule of law, and supporting a culture of dialogue.

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Culture of Development

We develop ourselves and the organization, promoting lifelong learning as a culture of sustainable behaviour.

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Effectiveness

We work for results we take responsibility for — using resources rationally, focusing on real, lasting impact for people and communities.

Strategic directions 2026–2028

What we do

Our 2026–2028 strategy organises work into five interconnected directions, each contributing to a more resilient, democratic, and cohesive Ukraine.

Direction 01

Human Self-Sufficiency

Supporting veterans, IDPs, and vulnerable groups through legal aid, skills training, psychological support, and pathways to employment.

Direction 02

Local Democracy

Strengthening civic participation, youth activism, local self-government capacity, and a culture of community dialogue.

Direction 03

Social Cohesion

Advancing gender equality, recognising veterans' contributions, and providing psychological support to families of military personnel.

Direction 04

Cultural Development

Promoting the history and culture of the Kolomyia region, developing festival activities, supporting artists, and creating interregional cultural projects.

Direction 05

Organisational Growth

Building the team, strengthening partnerships at community, regional, national, and international levels, and ensuring the organisation's financial sustainability.

Our people

Leadership team

A tight-knit group of professionals with backgrounds in law, psychology, culture, finance, and communications — united by shared values.

СЗ

Solomiia Zinets-Matsyshyn

Head of Organisation

Psychologist · Trainer-Facilitator · Grant Writer

ОР

Olena Rohova

Director of Programme Development & Finance Manager

Finance & Economics · Project Coordination

ОБ

Orest Bahrii

Director of Organisational Development

Culture & Philosophy · Project Management

МД

Mykhailo Danyshchuk

Director of Communications & Partnerships

Legal Education · Facilitation · Communications

ОН

Olena Nazarova

Accountant

Financial reporting & compliance

НК

Nataliia Kravchenko

Legal Expert

Higher Legal Education · Judicial Practice

Network & partners

We work together

Triangle is part of a growing network of civil society organisations, legal unions, and international partners.

Contact

Get in touch

Interested in partnering, volunteering, or learning more about our work? We'd love to hear from you.

📍Vul. Antonenka-Davydovycha 27, Kolomyia, Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast, Ukraine 78200

🌐Kolomyia district & Ivano-Frankivsk region

📅Established 2016 · EDRPOU 40287206

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Our goal for 2026–2028
"To move to a new level of organizational capacity and institutional influence on community and territorial development — and to become a visible actor in ensuring the sustainability of local democracy."

— NGO Triangle Development Strategy 2026–2028