The number of children facing psychosocial challenges due to traumatic experiences in Ukraine is unfortunately on the rise. To address this growing issue, we continue conducting training sessions for civilian-military cooperation workers, police officers, rescue workers, and mobile teams. These sessions aim to equip participants with the skills needed to effectively support children and families in difficult life circumstances caused by military actions on de-occupied territories.

By doing so, we are laying the groundwork for long-term mental health and psychosocial support in regions where defense efforts are ongoing or recovery has begun.

Our recent training session for participants from Kherson was a great success. The next training as part of the Global Course on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) for children during wartime will bring together specialists from Sumy and Chernihiv regions.

This three-day event will take place in the peaceful environment of Zakarpattia, offering participants a much-needed break from constant shelling. In this safe setting, they will be able to absorb the material calmly and recharge before returning to their vital work.

The “Supporting the Mental Health of Children in De-Occupied Territories of Ukraine” Project is implemented by the Boston Children's Hospital's Global Health Program of Harvard University (USA) in partnership with the NGO “Community Self Help” (Ukraine).