Ukraine

A decade ago, in 2014, we at People in Need began humanitarian efforts in Ukraine. Since then we have supported more than 5 million people.

"Ukraine needs unequivocal support, not hesitation or fatigue. Ukraine is fighting for its freedom, territory, democracy, and European values on which we base our society. They are, of course, also dealing with a major humanitarian crisis. With great respect, I would like to thank all those who support us and our activities to help Ukraine and the hundreds of Ukrainian colleagues working for People in Need and civil society in Ukraine who are tirelessly supporting their fellow citizens throughout the Russian invasion of their country," says Šimon Pánek, director of People in Need.

Since 2014, we have provided aid to vulnerable populations in the east of Ukraine, including those in non-government-controlled areas, through WASH, shelter, protection, and livelihoods. After the full escalation started in February 2022, we scaled up programming in all the regions across Ukraine.

We implement humanitarian response and preparedness interventions by providing winterization, cash-bassed programming, WASH, NFI, shelter, education in emergencies, and protection. We support collective advocacy aimed at protecting the rights of the conflict-affected people and promoting efficient long-term solutions for them.

Through early recovery assistance, we rehabilitate key social infrastructures while supporting the existing structures in their provision of the services that people need today, and we focus on their reinforcement for tomorrow.

We provide multisectoral individual and community-bassed support. In communities with higher rates of displacement, we provide protection, education, shelter, and housing solutions, WASH, and access to vital services.

Our resilience and recovery programming is based on ensuring a human rights-based, evidence-driven, and locally-led recovery.

Vision for the future

In the coming years, we envision a resilient Ukraine where individuals and communities are empowered to overcome the consequences of the war and rebuild their lives with dignity and self-reliance. Our commitment is to place people at the centre of all its efforts, ensuring that they are not only heard but actively engaged in decision-making processes that affect their future.

A the heart of the vision is the belief that civil society plays a crucial role in driving both immediate preparedness, response, and long-term solutions. By working hand-in-hand with local organizations and strengthening the capacities of the local authorities, we aim to foster an environment where trust in Ukrainian capacities is strengthened and preparedness for future challenges is robust.

We are committed to making bold, forward-thinking decisions and joining forces with partners and stakeholders to have sustainable impact. Together, we will support a Ukraine where communities are empowered, self-reliant, and resilient, charting their course towards a stable and prosperous future.