Emergency aid Ukraine

The war and attacks continue throughout Ukraine, severely affecting and endangering the lives of children and their families. The regular waves of attacks on Ukraine's infrastructure have left millions of people in all regions of the country without electricity. Around 3,800 educational institutions have been destroyed, roads and bridges have been bombed and there are few safe places left for children to play outdoors.

The number of victims since the beginning of the war is staggering: around 6.9 million people have had to flee abroad, including many women and children. More than 3.7 million people are on the run within Ukraine. Over 14,000 civilians have been killed, including more than 700 children, and many more have been injured.

The relief efforts include:

• Food, clothing, medicine, hygiene items

• Professional psychological support for traumatized children and parents

• Reception of orphaned/lonely children in the SOS Children's Villages in Ukraine

• Provision of accommodation for refugees

• Operation of over 120 child protection centers where children find safe places to play and learn