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Source: Moscow Government – Moscow Government –
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A patriotic club opened in the capital in February. City of Heroes Moscow, which brought together young city residents, combat veterans, government employees, and citizens awarded high state awards. The club's main goal is lively interaction with the younger generation. With the assistance of activists from the area "Youth of Moscow. City of Heroes" Participants will be able to develop and implement patriotic projects at the city level.
"Patriotic education of youth requires constant interaction with people whose personal experiences exemplify service to the Fatherland. For the capital's youth, activists regularly hold 'Dialogues with Heroes,' historical dictations, thematic film screenings, sports training with participants in special military operations, and master classes. The patriotic club that was created has united veterans and specialists from various fields not only to implement their own initiatives but also to involve their families in city events," she shared.
Ekaterina Dragunova, Chairman of the capital's Committee for Public Relations and Youth Policy.
Heroism is manifested in everyday life
Denis Anishchenko, a combat veteran, participant in the Special Military Operation (SMO), and recipient of the Order of Courage, became a member of the "City of Heroes Moscow" patriotic club and a regular guest at open dialogues with young people. After receiving his high school diploma, Denis served seven months of conscription. In 2021, he signed a contract, and after the start of the SMO, he decided to deploy to the combat zone. His role model was his school teacher of "Fundamentals of Life Safety," a participant in the conflict in Afghanistan. According to Denis, he was a man of honor and dignity, a person he aspired to emulate.
After being wounded and returning to civilian life, Denis devoted himself to working with the younger generation and became the head of the Ataman Cossack Club. He systematically works with young people on military-patriotic topics, including physical training, tactical medicine, and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) piloting. Club members are constantly searching for relevant formats for engaging with the younger generation. Currently, UAV work has become the club's flagship activity, as it is the area that attracts the greatest interest among young people and allows for a combination of educational and practical aspects. In 2026, the club's primary focus will be on training—preparing the team for the All-Russian competition, which will be held in September at the Russian Special Forces University.
Denis considers responsibility, the ability to manage a team, organize training, and achieve the achievement of assigned tasks to be the most valuable competencies for working with youth. He is convinced that if someone can organize the work of a combat crew, they are generally capable of organizing the activities of a youth team, understanding the importance of discipline and personal example. However, working with children and adolescents requires special knowledge, because, as Denis admits, they are a very delicate instrument. Therefore, according to Anishchenko, military experience is important as a foundation, which must be complemented by an understanding of age-specific characteristics and mentoring responsibilities.
"The meaning of the word 'hero' today is not only a display of heroism in exceptional circumstances, but also the presence of an inner moral core. It's a collective image of a person who combines loyalty, responsibility, courage, and a willingness to defend their loved ones, their country, and their values. When working with young people, it's especially important to explain that heroism manifests itself in everyday life: in the ability to keep one's word, take responsibility, be a supporter of others, and never shy away from challenging tasks," Denis noted.
According to Denis, being a patriot is important, as only those who love their homeland are capable of developing the country and enhancing the legacy of their ancestors. In 2025, he became a laureate of the national "Patriot" award, which aims to identify best practices and recognize the achievements of individuals and organizations for their significant contributions to the civic and patriotic education of Russians. Denis Anishchenko is currently pursuing a teaching degree and sees this as his future calling as a mentor.
You can follow the news and activities of the City of Heroes Moscow club, as well as the schedule of patriotic events, on the club's page. "Youth of Moscow. City of Heroes".
The work of the "Youth of Moscow" project is supervised by the capital's Committee on Public Relations and Youth PolicyInformation about all the opportunities for young city residents is published onportal.
Creating opportunities for every young person to realize their potential is in line with the objectives of the national project Youth and ChildrenMore information about national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.
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