Information for Refugees

• " Ukrposhta explains how to receive pensions and cash benefits during the war."

                <ul>
                    <li>
                        <a href="https://diia.gov.ua/services/categories/gromadyanam/pensiyi-pilgi-ta-dopomoga"
                            target="_blank" rel="noopener">Diia.gov | Pensions, Benefits &amp; Assistance</a>
                        &mdash; "Here you can get services related to pensions, benefits or assistance." (In Ukr)
                    </li>
                </ul>
            </td>
        </tr>
    </tbody>
</table>

• Babyn Yar Holocaust Memorial Center — "Now we're helping GROUPS with LIMITED MOBILITY ONLY — those who can't get outside on their own to buy meds or products/food and they can't be helped by their relatives or neighbors:

• elderly people 
• people with disabilities
• mothers with small kids

We provide assistance for such official institutions as:

• Hospitals, orphanages, etc."
• Complete & submit this formto request assistance.

• In Ukraine and NEED HELP? SafeBow works directly with families and individuals to evacuate from Ukraine, prioritizing at-risk populations, including children, LGBT, BiPOC, elderly, and disabled individuals. Reach out here.

• The Ukrainian Government has simplified border crossings for certain categories of people with disabilities and accompanying persons.

• NoWar.help | Support for Sick, Disabled and Deaf People: Information about organizations offering help in Ukraine, Germany and Slovakia. Many of those listed support deaf individuals.

• Fight for Right is supporting people with disabilities to evacuate from Ukraine. You can call their emergency hotline if you're needing immediate assistance: +380978831508; office.ffr@org.ua. You can find more information here: The Partnership For Inclusive Disaster Strategies or here: CrowdSource Rescue.

• Practical information for people with disabilities who wish to evacuate from Ukraine

• Off-The-Grid Missions: "We are coordinating with our network of NGOs to provide access to important information for deaf people in need in Ukraine." They have a lot of great information on their site!

• Kyiv map of shelter locations.
• The site includes contact information for organizations working to welcome Deaf refugees from Ukraine & help chat links for Hungary, Poland, Moldova, Romania and Slovakia.

• Migrant Offshore Aid Station (MOAS)

Contact: info@moas.eu: Avery, helping coordinate evacuations for people with disabilities. WhatsApp contact: +1 (951) 751-3978

• Quick Help for People in Need of Care: "Under the hashtag # health4ukraine, a private group from Germany is now organizing special transports of mobility-impaired people, people in need of care and their relatives to safe areas, as well as the referral of affected persons from the war zone to care facilities throughout all over Germany." 

• AE member organisations supporting autistic people in Ukraine: "In this page you will find the actions and support that AE member organisations are providing to autistic refugees from Ukraine."

• "This Facebook group is being used to help centralize information regarding existing channels of support for Ukrainian refugees and any kind of available support for autistic people in Ukraine." Source

• Also see: International Autism Organizations for more resources listed by country. 

10. Women & Children

• ISTSS | Helping Children Understand Frightening Events — "An important goal when talking with children about frightening subjects is to help them make sense of what they see and what they hear."

• UNICEF | How you can support your child during bombing — They have listed some great tips. Here are their physical safety guidelines:

• "Show your child how to cover themselves when there is a bombing nearby: lay down on the stomach, cover ears and slightly open the mouth.
• If there is no shelter available, it is better to stand in the staircase of a building and stay away from windows.
• ⚠️ Remind your child to avoid touching unknown items or ruins after the bombing to avoid interaction with explosives. ⚠️
• Practice with your child: What do we do when there is active bombing? What do we do after?
• If there is a shelter available, practice running to the shelter. Making a routine out of the bombing can significantly reduce stress and provide your child with some sense of control.
• Have an ‘emergency run-bag’ of basic supplies that you can take with you when you move to a shelter or cellar. Include a few small toys in the bag, along with food, drink, nappies, spare clothes, phone, documents, etc."
• 🔺️ "Help children memorize their personal information such as their full names, parents' names, and parents' contacts. Make sure each child carries this information with them on a piece of paper." Source
• In Ukrainian& Russian

• Also see: How to support your child during bombing? — Interactive site.

• Tips
• Ways to reduce stress
• As much as possible
• Physical safety guidelines
• In Ukrainian.

• "Svitlana Roiz and the Ministry of Education and Science have launched a video project "Psychological Care" for children. Experts talk about how to take care of a child in a bomb shelter, how to talk during an evacuation, how to pick up words if one of the parents went to war." Source

• "What should parents expect from their children while in the shelter? How should they support them?

There should be books, games and computers there for children to use. But in a state of hyper-alertness, a lot of children find it difficult to concentrate or do anything apart from cry. If this happens, hold and comfort the child. Don’t tell them to stop being afraid. This isn’t helpful — it dismisses what they are feeling. Rather, acknowledge that it is a scary situation and reassure them that you are with them and things will be okay.

Then after the alert has passed, go to YouTube for breathing exercises, music, and movement exercises to “shake out the fear” and reduce levels of tension. This is a very worthwhile thing to do." Source (This was a great article; recommend reading the whole thing.) (Here is another "breathing exercise" for children: YouTube - I could not find one in Ukrainian. ~Jenn)

• UNICEF | 7 tips to support your child on the road — "How can parents help their child to endure forced relocation?"

• Caring For Your Child In Crisis Situations — "The information here aims to help you by providing some ideas about how you can help both yourself and your children get through the challenges you may be facing, and how to stay connected as a family. You will probably find that you already use some of the ideas and approaches in this booklet."

• "The Ukrainian Network for the Rights of the Child& UNICEFhave launched a support line. Specialists on the line will provide informational assistance to foster families, family-type orphanages, families raising a disabled child, and any family with children in need. 

Social workers, employees of children's services and other structures that accompany families and take care of children can also apply for support." Source

You can get help by calling:

• Kyivstar: +380675679845
• Lifecell: +380636614252; +380633994592
• Vodafone: +380953271521

• The Child Mind Institute | Helping Children Cope With Traumatic Events: "Free, multilingual resources to help parents, educators and communities support children during and after potentially traumatic events."

• Helping Children Cope With Grief During A War — "Communicating with children about death and helping children cope with grief during war and displacement." (Interactive site)

• "Grief is the name for the painful emotions we feel when someone we love or feel connected to dies."

• "We can also grieve for other losses: being separated from friends and family, our pets, or our home; losing access to familiar places like school, our neighbourhood, the work place, or our place of worship. And we can grieve for intangible losses: such as our sense of security and stability, our hopes for, and our trust in, the future."

• "This leaflet is written to help you understand how children of different ages experience loss and grief; how to talk to them about it, and how to help them cope with the death of a loved one during war and displacement."

• In Ukrainian.

• Video: How to Help Your Child Cope with Grief

• Sesame Street | When Families Grieve — A Special Guide for Parents & Caregivers

• NCTSN | Childhood Traumatic Grief: Youth Information Sheet(In Ukrainian) — "Offers information for youth to help them understand the differences between grief and traumatic grief, the signs and symptoms of traumatic grief in children & youth, and what to do to feel better." (In English)

• Caring for Kids After Trauma, Disaster and Death: A Guide for Parents and Professionals— this is a fairly comprehensive guide that addresses child bereavement and traumatic loss. You can skip to chapters which best fit your needs.

• MilitaryChild.org | Support and Resources for Ukrainian Military Families — This site has great resources, many specific to the unique issues military families often face.

• Grief | Sesame Street For Military Families — "The death of a loved one brings enormous challenges. This section offers support for your family as you face this difficult time." (Videos)

• ⚠️ " Video for children about explosives, various landmines, bombs & missiles and rules on how to deal with them. Video is very important and only 3 minutes long." (In Ukr) Source

• The Masha Efrosinina Foundation provides psychological assistance to children. You can request assistance here. (In Ukr)

• La Strada-Ukraine | Child Hotline offers free counseling for parents who need support. You can connect via:

• Facebook
• Telegram
• Instagram

• Free children's audiobooks.

• Storybook: Big Journey, Big Feelings - Social story for children leaving Ukraine.

• Download here: English & Ukrainian." Source

• Parenting Support website — "Ukraine Parenting Response set up to provide practical tips to parents and caregivers so they can help themselves & their children cope in the current crisis."

• YouTube videos: Ukraine Parenting(In Ukr, Eng & Rus)

• " Women’s Information Consultative Center (WICC) is supporting women and women with children who find themselves in a difficult or hopeless situation. In addition, they constantly publish current, useful information on their website, such as: daily schedules of evacuation trains; instructions on how to act in a crisis situation (explosion, occupation, mental health, and much more); lists of official information channels and other useful information during the war." Source ( Facebook)

• Marshzhinok_bot is supported by the Women's March Organization. 

• "We coordinate the provision of care for women and their children: products, medicines, doctors, etc. All cities.
• The psychological help hotline is working 24/7, with text."

• Women Against Violence Europe — table of women’s helplines available in the 46 European Countries.

• To contact WAVE directly, call: +43 1 5482720.

• Rape Crisis Network Europe— database of rape crisis centres across Europe. Unfortunately, there is no listing for Ukraine. Please contact: La Strada-Ukraine. 

• "If you have experienced sexual violence or are supporting someone else who has been violated, you can contact a rape crisis centre for help &  information.
• It does not matter whether the sexual violence happened recently or a long time ago."

• For information on abortion services, please click here.

• " United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in Ukraine provides free psychological support to Ukrainian women. The National Hotline for the Prevention of Domestic Violence, Trafficking in Human Beings and Gender Discrimination (includes sexual assault & rape) is available online. You can get psychological support 24/7 on these pages:

• Facebook
• Telegram
• Email: hotline@la-strada.org.ua
• Skype: lastrada-ukraine." Source

Parents & Caregivers Are Heroes: Protecting Our Children In A Crisis

• " Telegram chat bot to help women when crossing the border." Source

~Education Resources

• How to register a child in a new school and get a document on education in wartime — guidance from the Ministry of Education & Science.

• "The Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine, with the support of Switzerland, in partnership with the Swiss-Ukrainian Project DECIDE, presented an educational chatbot:  EducationUaBot."

"The chatbot will help you find the information you need about:

• finding a kindergarten, school or college abroad;
• online learning in Ukraine;
• restoration of personal documents on education;
• continuation of teaching and work during the war. 
• In addition, with the help of a chatbot you can learn about returning to school (regardless of location)." Source

• "During martial law, distance schools provide free access to education. Our team has prepared a list of schools and organizations that can help children and families." Source

• Tele-lessons on Ukrainian TV channels: MEGOGO,  1+1 video,  Київстар ТБ.

• MES | Ukrainian Online Academy for Displaced Students has been launched for temporarily displaced students, which will allow them to continue their education free of charge."

• provides continuing education for students who are temporarily relocated to regions of Ukraine or abroad;
• for students who do not have the opportunity to continue studies in a foreign language;
• courses with Ukrainian translation;
• for students in grades 9-11;
• students will be able to transition back to studies in Ukraine sooner, after victory;
• registration link.

• "Currently, there are 36 schools in Ukraine that issue Ukrainian-style certificates. A list of them can be found on the website of the  International Ukrainian School. The International Ukrainian School is authorized by the Ministry of Education of Ukraine to evaluate children in the territory where they are. If desired, children can be registered directly with this school, which operates exclusively in the external form of education, organizing an individual curriculum for each student." Source

• "The Ministry of Education and Science has created an online schedule for students during the war."

• Ukraine MES offers a list of mobile applications for learning foreign languages, which are free for Ukrainians impacted by the war.

• Lets Learn without Borders — "This resource provides students, teachers and parents free access to learning resources and resources aimed at psychological support."

• Learning resources
• Resources for psychological support

• "The Volunteer Initiative for the Protection of Children of Ukraine launched an online platform with free lessons for children and psychological help. Children from all over Ukraine who have access to the Internet can learn with teachers in real time. Volunteers from abroad [have] joined the platform. 

For descriptions of trainings, schedule of classes and the registration form, go here." Source

11. LGBTQ+ Community 

• " Insight.org is organizing temporary stays of people from the LGBTQ+ community and their families in other cities/countries, helping with accommodation and basic necessities, coordinating with organizations and other people on the ground, while providing free psychological assistance." (They also provide legal help.) Source

• Request psychologist help here.
• Request legal assistance here.
• ( Facebook)( Twitter)( Telegram)

• Immigration: Support for BIPOC & LGBTQ+ Communities from NoWar.help.

• In Ukraine and NEED HELP? SafeBow works directly with families and individuals to evacuate from Ukraine, prioritizing at risk populations, including children, LGBT, BiPOC, elderly, and disabled individuals. Reach out here.

• VAWnet.org  | Transgender Sexual Violence Survivors: A Self Help Guide to Healing and Understanding — "This guide is written for trans survivors of sexual violence. Sections include: trauma and its aftermaths, transgender survivors of sexual assault, options for healing, and self-help techniques."

12. BIPOC Community

• Emergency hotline for African, Asian and other students wishing to leave Ukraine may call this hotline for assistance: +38 093 418 5684.

• In Ukraine and NEED HELP? SafeBow works directly with families and individuals to evacuate from Ukraine, prioritizing at-risk populations, including children, LGBT, BiPOC, elderly, and disabled individuals. Reach out here.

• Immigration: Support for BIPOC & LGBTQ+ Communities from NoWar.help.

• Resources for Minorities and People of Color (African Nations embassy contact information and more.)

• Help For Nigerians Leaving Ukraine (Website)

• African Diaspora Haven: You can request help here.

• "Transportation & Accommodation: Please contact us if you are still stuck in Ukraine and require transportation or if you have been evacuated and require a place to stay.

• Feeding & Medical Support:

If you are in need of supplies, medical support, or assistance with your mental 

health, please contact us.

• Education & Immigration:

Please contact us if you require immigration assistance or would want to learn more about the different options for continuing your education."

13. Students & Professionals: Artists, Writers/Journalists, Scientists, Scholars & Filmmakers

• Ukrainian Scientists Have Got Access To Resources Of The World's Leading Publishers Through Research4Life— 

"Ukrainian scientists have been granted free access to full-text e-resources through Research4Life till the end of 2022, according to an official statement on the Research4Life website.

• The list of available resources has been significantly expanded, more than 15 publishers have additionally opened electronic collections of books and journals for Ukrainian researchers. The resources of the following publishers are open:
• Elsevier
• Springer Nature
• John Wiley & Sons
• Taylor & Francis
• Emerald
• Sage Publications
• Oxford University Press
• Cambridge University Press
• IOP Publishing, etc."

• "The complete list of publishers offering is at:  https://portal.research4life.org/country_offer, select Ukraine and the institution category from the drop down menus." Source

• U.S.: NAFSA | Immigration Resources: Ukraine — "This page lists immigration and study abroad information resources relevant to individuals impacted by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine."

• Immigration Assistance for Students from Countries in Crisis

• " UChicago will provide full-tuition undergraduate scholarships and other resources to students and scholars affected by the invasion. Click here for details." Source

• "The team of Docudays and Docudays UA has initiated a support fund for Ukrainian cinematographers who are boldly and desperately documenting the events of the war in Ukraine right now: recording war crimes, creating materials for foreign media and future films that will later provide more insightful view of the situation in our country." Request help.

• Displaced students can study online at other universities.

The National Agency for Quality Assurance in Higher Education: this list is not exhaustive and will be updated on the official Facebook page.

• FENS community support for Ukraine: "A list of resources shared by our community for Ukrainian scientists and students."

• Science For Ukrainehas a database of current help offers, with many paid job listings, in the sciences.

• Interactive Mapof Universities assisting Ukrainian refugees.

• ARTMargins Online | Resources for Artists and Scholars Forced to Flee Ukraine: "...growing list of resources (primarily art- and research-related), including residencies, fellowships,  internships, and emergency funds." 

You can submit resources you're aware of to them. They will continue to update. (Also includes: Cultural Heritage and Evacuation of Art resources.) ( This is a valuable site!)

• "The agency of artists in exile in France (Paris, Marseille) opened a hotline for Ukrainian artists: soutienartistesukrainiens@aa-e.org."

• About | Artists in Exile

Source

• Ukrainian Refugee Writers, Poets, Artists, Filmmakers - Resources available by country, compiled by community resources. It's an incredible list and is currently being translated. It must be viewed from Facebook - the comments also have valuable information. Go here.

• IUBMB: "The Relocation Support for Displaced Trainees will support graduate students and postdoctoral fellows displaced from their labs because of natural disasters, war, or other events beyond their control that interrupt their training. Relocation Support for Displaced Trainees – Application Form.

• List of life scientists across Europe and beyond, offering to host Ukrainian researchers in their labs.

• " Scholars at Risk protects scholars suffering grave threats to their lives, liberty and well-being by arranging temporary research and teaching positions at institutions in our network as well as by providing advisory and referral services."

• "The Ukrainian Scholars at Risk Fellowships are established to provide Ukrainian academics currently under threat due to the Russian Invasion an academic home during the war and allow them and their families to be in safety and space to continue their work. The fellowships are currently open for researchers in the fields of humanities, law and the fields covered by the overall focus of the Field of Excellence." See here.

• " Institute of International Education’s Scholar Rescue Fund (IIE-SRF) is working closely with our global network of partners to help threatened/displaced scholars continue their academic work in safety until they are able to return home or make longer-term plans in a second country. We recently launched a call for applications (you can apply there) and welcome applications from, or referrals of, Ukrainian and Russian professors and researchers facing threats. 

We also welcome offers to host these scholars in temporary positions at higher education institutions in Europe, North America, and globally."

• IIE-SRF Website (to host)

• Artists directly impacted can apply for assistance: IIE’s Artist Protection Fund

• IIE’s Emergency Student Fund will rush aid to Ukrainian students in need who are studying at US colleges & universities.

• "Resources for Helping Displaced Scholars from Ukraine: ASEEES is working with the newly created International Task Force for Displaced Scholars (ITFDS) established by a group of scholars and graduate students. For more information, email displaced.scholars@gmail.com." See here.

• ASEEES | Resources to Help Displaced Scholars From Ukraine

• International Task Force for Displaced Scholars (ITFDS) | Detailed Guide for bringing displaced students and scholars to your institutions amid the invasion of Ukraine.

• H-net.org | Emergency Resources for Ukrainian Scholars

• Ukraine Archives Rescue Team

"The Canadian Institute of Ukrainian Studies recently helped launch an initiative offering free, secure cloud storage to archivists, librarians, scientists and other institutions in Ukraine." "The digital storage is available to scholars and institutions of all disciplines." Source

• " ERA4Ukraine is a one-stop-shop for information and support services to Ukraine-based researchers and researchers fleeing Ukraine. The portal brings together initiatives at the EU level, per country and from non-governmental groups as well.

Through this portal, affected researchers can find housing and job opportunities, facilitate the recognition of their diplomas and receive other supporting services." Source

• From House of Europe: "European institutions and programs offer a number of opportunities to support Ukrainian students and educators."

• Another great list from 'House of Europe' detailing opportunities in the culture and creative industries sector.

• "The Center for European Policy Analysis (CEPA) [is offering a] new fellowship fund to support Ukrainian journalists and researchers. The Democracy Fellowship provides a critical lifeline for Ukraine’s civil society with year-long fellowships for highly qualified independent journalists and researchers who are no longer able to continue their work due to Putin’s brutal war."

• 21/4 Update: "Journalists, researchers & activists willing to share the truth about Putin's war in Ukraine are at great risk. @craignewmark explains how CEPA's Democracy Fellowship Fund will give a critical lifeline to independent voices. Learn how to apply and help." Video

14. Animals

• Tips for evacuating with animals.

• Take a picture of you with your pets, in case you are separated. Also take pictures of any uniquely identifying marks/bodily features they may have (one of my cats has one tan toe on each front paw, for example ~ Jenn). Email your photos to yourself, in case your phone becomes lost.

• AVMA | Pet First Aid – Basic Procedures — "Emergency treatment and first aid for pets should never be used as a substitute for veterinary care. But it may save your pet's life before you can get your pet to a veterinarian." Basic advice for acting quickly to address:

• Poisoning and exposure to toxins
• Seizures
• Fractures
• Bleeding (external/internal)
• Burns
• Shock
• Pet is not breathing or has no heartbeat

• Red Cross | Pet First Aid App is a reference guide that animal owners can keep on their cell phones.

• Apple App

• #VetsForUkrainianPets: "Humane Society International together with FVE - Federation of Veterinarians of Europe and FECAVA is rolling out a program to provide free veterinary care for pets and horses of Ukrainian refugees across 38 European countries." 
• "Every registered practicing veterinarian in Europe can apply to become part of the programme and can make up to five claims for refunding the cost of treatment for pet animals of Ukrainian refugees by using the website Vets For Ukraine.

• The European Association of Zoos and Aquaria has set up a donation system that will send funds to the Nikolaev Zoo and the zoos in Kharkiv and Kyiv. You can find donation information here . 🦒🐼

~Companion Animals

• 🇺🇦 "In Kyiv, the Zoopatrol (an organization that takes care of homeless or lost pets) volunteers are helping to save pets that were left alone in apartments. People can fill out a form indicating the area of the city where the pet is, how long they’ve been alone, whether they need a new shelter, and so on. If an owner agrees, volunteers can make a hole in the wall of an apartment, so that the animal can get out to eat and drink." Go here.

• Tel: +380635735663
• Free service
• Request Form: "Врятуйте мою тварину!

Запит волонтерам врятувати свою домашню тварину, яка сидить в зачиненій квартирі. Автоматично, пройшовши це опитування, ви ПІДПИСУЄТЕ УГОДУ ПРО ЗАВДАННЯ ШКОДИ ВАШІЙ СТІНІ (ми будемо робити отвір в стіні, щоб ваша тварина могла вилізти та поїсти)." Source

(They've had a lot of success, thus far.) Video Video Video

• 🇺🇦 UAnimalsis helping to rescue animals, provides both funding and pet food to shelters and holds pet food giveaways around Kyiv. They post helpful tips, advice and other animal-related updates to their Facebook page.

• 🇺🇦 Breaking The Chains is on the ground, both rescuing and getting food to rescues in Ukraine. They're doing an incredible job! ( Facebook - they post regularly about their mission in Ukraine) If you would like to donate you can do so via PayPal at dogrescue@toms-n.co.uk. (*While they're not a 501(c)3, they're listed as a "Rescue Service" - they're doing really good work!) Twitter

Rescues in need of emergency help can email requests to: support@breakingthechains.co.uk

• 🇺🇦 List of Ukrainian Rescues which includes their social media and donation details. The details on the list are verified.

When finished, the list will contain over 150 rescues across the country. (*The creators of this list are credible and their information is trusted.) Source

• 🇺🇦 Ukraine: Veterinary providers can be reached online via Telegram chat.

• 🇵🇱 If you are evacuating with animals, this Facebook Group: Kynolodzy - Kynologom na Ukrainie, has gathered a list of over a thousand safe homes in Poland where you can shelter yourself & your animals. Polish vets are also offering free medical assistance.

• 🇵🇱 Evacuation Documents for animals crossing the border into Poland. Files can be downloaded in English.

• 🇵🇱 Poland: Paws Up | Sprzęt Ortopedyczny dla Zwierząt (Orthopedic Equipment for Animals) "Both private animal owners and Ukrainian aminal rescues can apply. Write hello@pawsup.pl or call: +48697665554 to tell us how we can help you." 

• 🇵🇱 Warsaw, Poland: Information for bird owners. Our help | Nasza pomoc | Наша допомога (Facebook): " Projekt Ptasia Edukacja, Polish educational platform focused on everything avian. (Qualified exotic vet nurse and avian zoo psychologist.) If anyone in Ukraine needs help transferring surviving parrots to safety and patching them up if needed, please contact: Phone/WhatsApp (+48) 607550520. I volunteer to either come to the border or cross the border to take them either to Polish zoos that offer shelter or to temporary homes (I have a base of volunteers). I will provide a contract/agreement to sign so nobody has to worry about the credibility. Слава!" ~ Ola Borowiec, Avian Vet. Nurse Source

• 🇵🇱 Warsaw, Poland: Free vet service for birds | Darmowa pomoc weterynaryjna | Безкоштовна допомога ветеринара: Aleksandra Kornelia Maj, DVM, Avian vet,.offers FREE veterinary help for refugee birds in Warsaw, as well as remote help and advice - will also try to help find temporary homes for birds if needed. Contact preferably via Instagram or Email: aleksandrakorneliamaj@gmail.com." Source 

• Facebook Group: Ukrainian Animal Rescue Information (This is a really well run group - lots of info and sources of help. Great admin team!)

• 🇲🇩 Areal Moldavian Dog Rescue in Moldova offers advice, consultation, quarantine and/or accommodation. Call or message for evacuation help: +373 799 899 69.

• IFAW: Helpful information for people fleeing Ukraine with their pets - includes valuable information for Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Hungary, Germany, India, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Netherlands, Poland, Romania and Slovakia. Go here.

• Paw Squad: "We've made our services FREE for anyone in need in Ukraine, w/ access to our 24 hour vets via video, audio or live text chat. We are here for urgent medical advice & first aid support." Go here.

• Facebook Group: Help To Ukrainian Dog Owners/Breeders - Temp Home & Care For Pets: Lots of temporary rehoming offers and accommodation availability, as well as information on animal-related help.

• 🇺🇦 Ukraine Small Animal Veterinary Association

• 🇵🇱 Poland Small Animal Veterinary Association

• 🇪🇪 Estonia Small Animal Veterinary Association

• 🇬🇧 UK Exporting dog/cat food from England, Scotland and Wales: If you’re in England, Scotland or Wales, you must apply for this export health certificate (EHC) using the online service. If you’re in Northern Ireland, you must apply to DAERA."

• 🇮🇪 Ireland "Special Measures in Place for People Travelling with Pets From Ukraine, and for EU Citizens Travelling From Russia. 

Special arrangements have been put in place to facilitate the movement of non-commercial pets with their owners from Ukraine and for EU citizens currently in Russia wishing to return to the EU with their pets in emergency circumstances. 

These pets will be allowed to travel with their owners even if the pet is non-compliant for entry into the EU or missing documentation. Please bring as much documentation about your pets as you can, e.g. vaccination or vet records. Staff will then issue you with instructions on arrival. 

Travelers are being asked to contact the point of arrival via email in advance at the emails below."

• Dublin Airport petmove@agriculture.gov.ie

( +353 (0) 87 417 8986) 

• Dublin Port dubport.petmove@agriculture.gov.ie
• Shannon Airport Pets Shannon@agriculture.gov.ie
• Cork Airport corkpetmove@agriculture.gov.ie
• Ringaskiddy Port, Cork corkpetmove@agriculture.gov.ie
• Rosslare Europort europort@agriculture.gov.ie

~Horses & Livestock 

• Fleet of Angels | Fund For Ukraine Horses Horse owners can now apply: "Grant recipients may use the funds to provide feed for horses that are in Ukraine and cannot yet be evacuated.  Some horse owners who have successfully evacuated to a NATO country may also qualify for funding assistance with feed or quarantine expenses, depending on the circumstances."​ To apply, complete the form at the above link. 

• 🇷🇴 " Equiwent supports and protect horses and humans; refugees. We have our own Horse-Clinic in East-Romania/at the Border to Ukraine where we have non-profit (free) vets and farriers for poor horses in east Europe. The name of the Border crossing to Ukraine is: SIRET. 

We can pick up horses and their owners only on the border to the EU. We can't drive into Ukraine. To proceed into the EU, horses need a quarantine time of at least 21 Days. We can provide a place to quarantine for the Horse and the Owner. In the meanwhile, we will fix all the necessary documents and tests for the horses. If you are trying to flee from Ukraine with horses, please contact us. We will help you, once you are at the border, to ensure safe travels across Europe. Please send an email to: equiwent@yahoo.de Subjekt: Direct Contact - We need the Ukrainian phone number from the horse owner." Source

• Ukrainian Equestrian Federation Charity Foundation (Newly formed, by the Ukrainian Equestrian Federation, with the goal of getting feed and supplies to the equines in Ukraine.) "The charity aims to help horse owners, riding schools, athletes, equestrian clubs, stables and professionals. It will also provide counselling and needs-based assistance on the ground, including the relocation of horses, and gathering and distributing goods for equestrians and their horses both in Ukraine and in their temporary locations in Europe.

Parkhomchuk is taking a horse truck with “humanitarian cargo” to Ukraine and will evacuate several horses to Poland on his return trip. He is also negotiating the organisation of a logistical hub for humanitarian aid and as a pick up place for evacuated horses." 

• To donate: you can purchase feed/hay from shops listed here, and follow their instructions. Source

• Request help via this form — let them know of your situation and how they can assist! You can request help with: shelter and stabling, goods, or advice.

• ( Facebook)( Twitter)

15. Mental Health & Psychosocial Care

• Ministry 0f Health Ukraine: 'How to deal with stress during the war': "Russia's aggression & hostilities on the territory of Ukraine have been going on for a month. Under such conditions, we can feel stress & deep feelings, fear, anxiety, both for ourselves and for loved ones. To safely adapt to modern realities, minimize the effects of stress, we offer you simple steps [see link]."                                 

"Remember that it is normal to feel anxiety, worry and fear at a time when there is fighting around you and the country is at war with the aggressor. This is an acceptable reaction of your psyche and body to the situation."

Grounding Exercises — I am feeling overwhelmed, what can I do?

• "Sensory grounding exercise 5,4,3,2,1

• Describe 5 things you can see in the room.
• Name 4 things you can feel (“my feet  on the floor” or “the air in my nose”).
• Name 3 things you hear right now  (“traffic outside”).
• Name 2 things you can smell right  now (or 2 smells you like).
• Name 1 good thing about yourself. 
• You should feel calmer and more at ease  by the end of the exercise. 
• Repeat the 5  steps more than once if needed. 
• Try out  the technique in different situations. (I use this technique often. 💙💛 Jenn)

• Physical grounding technique:

• Place both feet flat on the floor.
• Lean back into your chair, and make note  of the feeling of the chair under you and against your back.
• Cross your arms over your chest.
• Gently tap your shoulders, alternating  one side at a time.
•  Alternatively, you can place your hands on your thighs if you are in public, tapping one leg at a time. Although not as effective as shoulder tapping, this technique can still calm you down.

• Use an object:

• Touch something that you enjoy the sensation of, a stone that is smooth, a crystal, a piece of wood – anything that feels solid and that you can use to remember where you are and that you are safe – you can carry this around with you all day and every time you feel nervous just throw your hands into your pocket to remember you are here and safe right now."

Go here for more suggestions.

~Providers & Agencies  

• Psychological Assistance:

" National Psychological Association (NPC) members have set up a psychological counseling center for those experiencing panic, anxiety and constant stress."

• To request services, submit this form."

• La Strada-Ukraine | Child Hotline offers free counseling for parents who need support. You can connect via:

• Facebook
• Telegram
• Instagram

• Therapists for Ukraine: "The counselors listed on this page come from many backgrounds, work with different therapeutic modalities, and speak a wide variety of languages. What unites them is that they have agreed to offer free, online counseling for any person directly affected by the war in Ukraine." 

• They offer a minimum of 4, 45-60 minute sessions. 

• The Masha Efrosinina Foundationprovides psychological assistance to children. You can request assistance here. (In Ukr)

• " Psychological support [for] Ukrainians during the war from psychotherapist-practitioners." Source

• 🇵🇱 Poland/Online or via the telephone: Polish Ericson’s Institute | Psychological Support Related To The Attack Of Russia On Ukraine — "Free psychological support available for refugees, volunteers and other people involved in helping Ukraine.

• On-line or telephone therapy sessions, which will last no longer than 45-50 minutes, although they may be shorter depending on needs
• Number and frequency of sessions agreed between the patient and the therapist, depending on the needs.
• Therapists are available by prior text or telephone appointment at the times specified, as long as those times are not already occupied. Each specialist has one or two places available for patients on a pro bono basis."
• Available in: Polish, English, Ukrainian, Russian & German languages.

• " Psychotherapist Oleksandra Kvitko, who works with victims of rape committed by the Russian military in the occupied territories, talks about the most difficult cases in her practice and claims that such atrocities have not existed in the modern world for a long time."

• "If you or your family need the help of a psychologist, please call: +380 66 037 97 88 (in messenger or phone)
• The help is completely confidential." Source
• In English.

• "The online platform "Tell Me" is providing free psychological assistance to Ukrainians around the clock. If you feel anxious, have panic attacks, are close to depression or even on the verge - leave a request and wait. The specialist will contact you as soon as possible."

• Ukraine | Map of Psychiatric Care Services

• "At the PSYCHOLOGIST 3433 psychologists from all over Ukraine are currently in our directory. Over the years, our portal has become a meeting place for professional psychologists in Ukraine and potential clients, as well as everyone who is interested in psychology. All users have the opportunity to ask questions to our specialists in the "question-answer" format for free."

~Hotlines & Support Groups

• Lifeline Ukraine National Line on Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Prevention - Call 7333 for support 24/7
• Online Chat
• Telegram, Facebook

• The Ukrainian Red Cross are doing their best to provide psychosocial support. Their hotline is 0 800 331 800.

• "Intervention Phone Offering Psychological Support: +48 669 981 038

Call if: 

• You had to suddenly leave Ukraine for Poland;
• You are worried about how you will arrange your next days;
• You feel fear or experience paralyzing sadness;
• You are worried about the well-being of your children;
• Your relatives stayed in Ukraine, you feel helpless & lonely.

The hotline supports regular phone calls, Whatsapp, Viber. 

Mon, 16.00-20.00 | Wed, 10.00-14.00 | Fri, 14.00-18.00." Source

• La Strada Ukraine | National Hotline for Children and Youth: 

"Every day from 9:00 to 21:00 on the

numbers 0 800 500 225 (from landlines) or 116 111 (from mobile).

Calls are free, anonymous, [and] confidential."

• 🇵🇱 Poland: Support Telephone Line for those who have been affected by the crisis related to the war in Ukraine. If you or a loved one needs support, we encourage you to get help by contacting one of our psychologists.

• From Monday till Sunday 9:00-21:00 +48 459 595 252. (languages: Ukrainian, Russian, Polish, English)

All information will be updated on a regular basis."

• "Every day the Mindgram platform and YouTube channel host workshops in the form of discussion groups for everyone interested in coping with difficult emotions. The meetings will be held in Polish and English. We will host selected workshops in Ukrainian as well."

• " People in Need offers psychological support to all those affected by the war. The hotline is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, it is confidential, anonymous and free: 0800210160." Source

• " IOMU kraine set up a psychological support hotline with 30+ psychologists, counselors & psychiatrists ready to provide free support to people affected who are in Ukraine. Call 0 800 211 444." Source

• 🇺🇸 US: "If news of a crisis in another country has you feeling overwhelmed, anxious or upset, you're not alone: the national @Distressline offers 24/7 support. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 and Talk With Us." Source

• Facebook Group | Praktyki troski i wsparcia dla uchodźczyń/uchodźców oraz osób pomagających: "Practices of care and support for helpers and women refugees / refugees." Their focus is: Psychology, Body Practices, Support Groups and Cross-Cultural Communication.

*There are many good resources and lots of useful information shared in this small group.

~Tips, Guides & Information 

• Tips for disclosing a trauma, coping day by day and seeking professional help.

• CSTS Online | War in Ukraine Mental Health Resources — "Exposure to war causes a wide range of harmful mental health effects. Those living in Ukraine, refugees who are displaced, family and friends of Ukrainian citizens and communities watching around the world may experience responses such as anger, fear, trouble with sleep, increased use of substances, and others." 

• "Svitlana Roiz and the Ministry of Education & Science have launched a video project "Psychological Care" for children. Experts talk about how to take care of a child in a bomb shelter, how to talk during an evacuation, how to pick words if one of the parents went to war." Source

• "Stress relief in the bomb shelter — 12 minute audio — Gleb Khodorkovsky."

• How to deal with homesickness: practical tips.

• Survivor's guilt syndrome: what to do if you are ashamed to be safe— this is a very common feeling experienced by Survivors. This article has some really good information & advice on dealing with those feelings. In Ukr.

• Dr. V of DAT | Mental Health Tips & Info for Survivors of Disaster & War

"Feeling sad, terrified, restless, uneasy, can't sleep, panicked, overwhelmed, can't stop news scrolling? Effective psychological techniques you can use to feel better, now." 

• Trauma, grief, loss, crisis, self-care and so much more are addressed in this helpful doc.
• Please remember that loss comes in many forms — it doesn't only mean the death of a person. It's normal to grieve the loss of your home, community, pets, belongings, safety, job, way of life… stability. 
• Dr. V has decades of experience and is a practicing psychotherapist in the US.

• My Mental Health Guide— from the Czech Republic. Available in Eng, Czech, Ukr & Rus.

• How the sudden death of loved ones affects people — "You do not have time to prepare for a life catastrophe, there is no opportunity to say goodbye to a loved one. The loss is perceived as a blow, as a shock."

• HelpGuide | Coping with Grief and Loss— "Whatever type of loss you’ve suffered, there’s no right or wrong way to grieve. But by understanding the stages and types of grief, you can find healthier ways to cope."

"Whatever your loss, it’s personal to you, so don’t feel ashamed about how you feel, or believe that it’s somehow only appropriate to grieve for certain things. If the person, animal, relationship, or situation was significant to you, it’s normal to grieve the loss you’re experiencing. Whatever the cause of your grief, though, there are healthy ways to cope with the pain that, in time, can ease your sadness and help you come to terms with your loss, find new meaning, and eventually move on with your life."

• Traumatic Separation and Refugee & Immigrant Children: Tips for parents and current caregivers. 

• National Child Traumatic Stress Network
• Facebook
• Twitter

• NHS | Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) — "Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is an anxiety disorder caused by very stressful, frightening or distressing events.

Someone with PTSD often relives the traumatic event through nightmares and flashbacks, and may experience feelings of isolation, irritability and guilt."

"The type of events that can cause PTSD include:

• serious road accidents
• violent personal assaults, such as sexual assault, mugging or robbery
• prolonged sexual abuse, violence or severe neglect
• witnessing violent deaths
• military combat
• being held hostage
• terrorist attacks" (and more)

This guide covers symptoms, causes, treatment and complex PTSD (CPTSD). They also offer a self-help guide, which is very good — except that resource centers are in Scotland. However, you can give it a look, maybe do some of the exercises and connect with a therapist in Ukraine, if/when you're ready.

• PTSD & CPTSD Self-Help Guide — "Work through a self-help guide for PTSD and CPTSD based on Trauma- Focused Cognitive Therapy (TF-CT)."

• ISTSS | Trauma During Adulthood

• "This fact sheet will help you learn about things like what trauma is, common reactions to it, problems that can result, and things that can help."

• Tuesday's Children | Coping With Traumatic Events - TIPS For Adults —"The sudden and violent nature of loss resulting from a mass tragedy is unique and can be a defining characteristic of grief and cause traumatic reactions for some. The emotional and physical wounds can take longer and be more complicated to heal."

• Psychological First Aid for Displaced Children and Families (NCTSN).

• WHO | Psychological First Aid For All( This is very well done! ~ Jenn)

• IMC | Psychological First Aid: Guide For Field Workers (In Ukr)

• IMC | Psychological First Aid: Facilitator’s Manual For Orienting Field Workers

(In Ukr)

(*IMC = International Medical Corps)

• 'Recommendations for dealing with people in crisis situations and following difficult life events'. (This is useful information for anyone in contact with Survivors of war.) Brochure link.

• In Ukrainian, Russian, German, Hungarian, Romanian, French, Polish & Slovak.

• NPR | Stressed by what’s going on in Ukraine? How to cope – and help: "Key steps can protect your mental health while allowing you to make a human connection from a distance or in your community." Useful info, conveyed clearly.

~Mental Health Apps & Bots

• The Institute of Cognitive Modeling: 'It Seems To Me' is an anonymous online diary. *Journaling can be an effective coping tool during times of stress & anxiety. 

• Telegram Channel | Psychological Support

• Offers tips & advice for psychological health, coping and living during the war.

• The Center for Strategic Communications & Information Security has created a new bot, "Friend. First Aid" — which can provide psychological assistance in stressful situations, or immediately after a traumatic event, in the case that you cannot access a therapist. 

• "This bot was created on the basis of modern research, so it can really help you in the first hours after a traumatic event," - says the agency. Source

16. Gender-Based Violence / Rape & Human Trafficking

• Ukrainian National Hotline for Prevention of Domestic Violence, Trafficking in Human Beings and Gender Discrimination:

• Landline 0 800 500 335 or Mobile 116 123. Dial 112 for Emergencies in EU Countries.

• CHLSS | Regarding Refugee Children Fleeing the War in Ukraine

• UNICEF | Guidance for protecting displaced and refugee children in and outside of Ukraine: "How authorities and aid workers can help keep children displaced by the war in Ukraine safe from trafficking and other forms of exploitation and abuse."

~Human Trafficking Help

• Stop the Traffick – "Information on organizations that can provide help and support – Ukraine Campaign."

• National Fight Against Trafficking And Counseling For Migrants

• Hotline: From a landline: 0 800 505 501; from a mobile phone: 527
• Operates from 8:00 to 20:00; and is free and anonymous.

• 🇦🇩 The Republic of Moldova: Center for Combating Trafficking in Human Beings of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Moldova

• Hotline: +373 22 25 49 98 (round the clock)

• 800 777 77 (free of charge from the Republic of Moldova)

• +373 22 23 33 09 (for calls from abroad) Hotline on safe migration and combating trafficking in human beings.

• 🇵🇱 Human Trafficking and Counseling Migrants - Poland: +48 22 490 20 44 MOM Poland (9.00-17.00 weekdays)

• +48 22 628 01 20 National Counseling Center and Assistance to Victims of Trafficking
• +48 605 68 77 50 Anti-Trafficking Hotline, La Strada-Poland

• 🇹🇩 National Anti-Trafficking Agency - Romania: 0 800 800 678 / +40 21 313 31 00

• 🇸🇰 Hotline for Victims of Human Trafficking - Slovakia: +421 800 800 818 National 

• 🇭🇺 National Crisis and Information Line -  Hungary: +36 80 20 55 20 (free of charge from Hungary, 24 hours a day)

• ICMEC | The Children of War — What no child should experience. "Nearly two-thirds of all Ukrainian children have been displaced from their homes.

Children who are displaced are more vulnerable to a multitude of dangers. Read our blog [resources by country] to learn more and access resources regarding the support of Ukrainian refugees." 

(*ICMEC = The International Centre for Missing & Exploited Children)

~Violence & Assault Helplines/Hotlines & Rape Crisis Centers

• Istanbul Convention: Action against violence against women & domestic violence.

• Helplines in Europe

• Women Against Violence Europe (WAVE) — table of women’s helplines available in the 46 European Countries.

• To contact WAVE directly, call: +43 1 5482720.
• ( Twitter)

• Lila.help: "On this website you will find trustworthy gender-based violence helplines and NGOs for almost every country in the world. Every helpline or organization on this website is safe, will provide a listening ear, understands what victims need, is part of a broader crisis-help network, and can answer your questions or call for help."

"The Global Network of Women’s Shelters (GNWS) strives to meet the needs of all survivors."

• NoMore Directory - Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence Helplines:

• 24/7 National Hotline: + 0 800 500 335

• Hotline of National police of Ukraine: + 0 800 500 202.

• Gov Hotline for victims of domestic and gender based violence: 1547

• Telegram | Police Helpbot

• Rape Crisis Network Europe— database of rape crisis centres across Europe. Unfortunately, there is no listing for Ukraine. Please contact: La Strada-Ukraine. 

• "If you have experienced sexual violence or are supporting someone else who has been violated, you can contact a rape crisis centre for help &  information.
• It does not matter whether the sexual violence happened recently or a long time ago."

• "Contact the RINJ HelpLine using this number: +16477399279 available on WhatsApp, Signal and Telegram. Anything we can arrange for you we will do." 
• Case Report of Rape in A War Zone Please Complete This Form.
• "With volunteer investigators in the field and with online data collection our goal is to gather evidence and build a war-crime case to arrest and imprison war criminals who have committed the war crime of rape in a war zone. 
• If you have pictures of the location of the crime or the perpetrator(s) or any pictures or documents that would help the case please upload them here. 
• You can come back to this form and complete it. In the message area of the form, please provide as much information as possible including languages you speak. A representative of the RINJ Foundation will contact you to get more details. 
• If you have questions the following links may provide you with answers."

(*RINJ = Rape Is No Joke)

• For information on abortion services, please click here.

~Violence/Sexual Assault Psychological Support & Counseling

• La Strada - Ukraine: Electronic channels of counseling:

• Email: hotline@la-strada.org.ua
• Telegram
• Messenger
• Skype: lastrada-ukraine

   For Children:

• Telegram
• Instagram
• Facebook

• " United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in Ukraine provides free psychological support to Ukrainian women. The National Hotline for the Prevention of Domestic Violence, Trafficking in Human Beings and Gender Discrimination is available online. You can get psychological support 24/7 on these pages:

• Facebook
• Telegram
• Email: hotline@la-strada.org.ua
• Skype: lastrada-ukraine." Source

• " Psychotherapist Oleksandra Kvitko, who works with victims of rape committed by the Russian military in the occupied territories, talks about the most difficult cases in her practice and claims that such atrocities have not existed in the modern world for a long time."

• "If you or your family need the help of a psychologist, please call: +380 66 037 97 08 (in messenger or phone)
• The help is completely confidential." Source
• In English

• Support for women and girls affected by the war: what help is available in Ukraine?This has a fantastic list of resources for women and children - impacted by the war, domestic violence, or in need of psychological care.

~Help Guides & Information

• Self-blame | Rape Crisis — "Many victims and survivors feel like they blame themselves for what happened, feel guilty, or feel ashamed.

These feelings of shame, guilt and self-blame can be very hard to deal with. But, if you are feeling like this, you are not alone - it's a really common response."

• You can chat with a rape crisis counselor if you'd like to — services are anonymous and text-based. Go here: Live Chat Helpline.
• Go at your own pace — when you are ready to reach out. There is no timeline & no rules for sharing your story. Support will be there, when you are ready. Be gentle with yourself.
• In Ukrainian.

• Survivors Network — " The Survivors Self Help Guide is for survivors of rape or sexual abuse who want to understand and process their own personal reactions to their experience. When you have suffered rape or sexual abuse it can affect how you think, how you feel, how you behave and how you see the world."

• Website in Ukrainian: Посібник із самодопомоги для тих, хто вижив
• Website in Russian: Руководство по самопомощи для выживших

• VAWnet.org  | Transgender Sexual Violence Survivors: A Self Help Guide to Healing and Understanding — "This guide is written for trans survivors of sexual violence. Sections include: trauma and its aftermaths, transgender survivors of sexual assault, options for healing, and self-help techniques."

Sexual Violence: Self-Help Resource Guide

17. Legal Assistance & Banking

• Guide on International Humanitarian Law prepared by the Ukrainian Helsinki Human Rights and Goods Association & The Red Cross of Ukraine. (In ukr) "Being purely abstract in peaceful times, this knowledge helps survive and provide livelihood in a period of armed conflict. The dissemination of knowledge in international humanitarian law is a life-saving necessity." Source

• List of links to Ukraine immigration law resources.

• UA Support | Pro Bono Legal Help for Ukrainian Refugees in Different Countries— "We connect lawyers who offer help to refugees coming from Ukraine and we collect legal information on the related issues that can help the refugees find their way when they arrive in a new country."

• Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Israel, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Spain, Ukraine & the UK.

• 🇺🇦 Ukrainian Legal Aid: "This website is for Ukrainians who have fled as refugees to other countries seeking asylum and other legal assistance. We've collected a database of volunteer attorneys willing to help." (Site is in Ukr, Eng, Rus, Pol & Hun)

• Ukraine | Free legal aid— get free online legal consultations. 
• Hotline: 0 800 213 103

• 🇨🇦 "Lawyers in the Canadian Bar Association | CBA Immigration Law Section are spearheading an initiative to provide services, without charge, to individuals affected by the crisis in Ukraine. These services include legal consultations and advice for those seeking to take advantage of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s facilitative initiatives and programs to bring eligible Ukrainian nationals to Canada.

• 🇺🇸 US: Lawyers for Good Government – "We will be providing free legal assistance to Ukrainian Nationals seeking Temporary Protected Status (TPS). Please fill out this form to join our list of people to be notified when Ukrainians are allowed to prepare and submit TPS applications."
• 21/4 "If you have been living in America since April 11, you may be eligible for Temporary Protected Status (TPS). We @lawyers4goodgov can provide a FREE attorney to help you apply." Source
• Sign up HERE.

• 🇺🇸 AILA (American Immigration Legal Association) immigration lawyer search database. "AILA is the only legal association in the United States for immigration attorneys." 

• 🇭🇺 Hungary: " The Hungarian Helsinki Committee will help people fleeing from Ukraine. Asylum seekers can count on us to provide them with professional and free legal assistance, from counselling to representation." ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• Contact us here: ukrainecrisis@helsinki.hu

• 🇷🇴 Fleeing to Romania: Romanian National Council for Refugees (CNRR)

Services: information, legal counselling. 

• Email: office@cnrr.ro
• Phone: (004) 0213126210
• Hotline: (004) 0730073170

• 🇬🇧 Ukraine Advice Project UK "Free UK immigration advice for Ukrainians: "We are a group of volunteer legal professionals with immigration and asylum expertise. We are providing a free service to connect Ukrainian citizens in need of free legal advice on UK immigration, visas and asylum with qualified and regulated lawyers."

"To request, contact: ukraine@freemovement.org.uk with some details of your circumstances and the advice you need." *Available in English only. 

• 🇬🇧 UK: Good Law Project "We are funding a legal caseworker at Asylum Aid, working full time for a year, on asylum claims." (Click link for more.) Contact: Email.

• 🇵🇱 Poland: Association for Legal Intervention has created a portal for legal information, where you can find FAQs and guidance on the following topics:

• Border crossing;
• International protection;
• Legalization of stay;
• Social matters;
• Education;
• You can request free help here. 

• 🇪🇺 RevolutApp is offering its payment services for free to refugees from Ukraine now in the EU, providing them access to additional currencies and savings mechanisms. Details can be found here.

• Expanding PayPal’s Money Services To Help Ukraine Humanitarian Efforts

• "Expansion of send & receive peer-to-peer (P2P) payments between friends and family for Ukrainian customers that will supplement the company’s existing PayPal and Xoom services available in Ukraine.

• PayPal is temporarily waiving its own fees for customers sending funds to Ukrainian PayPal accounts or receiving funds into Ukrainian accounts.

• Ukrainian customers can transfer funds from their PayPal Wallet to eligible Mastercard and Visa debit and credit cards.

• Ukrainian customers who have traveled to other countries to seek refuge will be able to access these services by establishing a Ukrainian PayPal Wallet ."

18. Immigration & Border Crossing Info

• Ukraine Border Crossings Monitoring: "Providing general info and overview about the current situation at Ukraine borders." Also see: Monitoring of Border Crossings Queues.

• Telegram | Ukraine Border: Border queues & details about crossing.

• Updated information from the Ukrainian authorities on border crossing:

• Facebook (general page)
• Western Border Information

• The Ukrainian Government has simplified border crossings for certain categories of people with disabilities and accompanying persons.

• " Telegram chat bot to help women when crossing the border." Source

• Information for going abroad:

• "What to do if your passport expires;
• Departure of a minor child abroad;
• What do you need to have when crossing the Ukrainian border?"

• 527 Org | Rules of entry to Ukraine's neighboring countries during the war: Moldova, Romania, Hungary, Slovakia and Poland have very complete profiles with contact information. They have included information separately for: Lithuania,  Germany, Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Croatia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Slovenia, Sweden, and the United Kingdom.

For each entry, they try to include:

• Entry into the country
• Asylum
• International protection
• Temporary shelter
• Transport
• Useful contacts
• Psychological help
• Medicine
• Hotline

• Information Regarding Support of Ukrainian Refugees— "ICMEC [has] compiled a list of resources presented by various countries’ on their official government websites. These resources contain immigration information for Ukrainian citizens seeking visas or refugee status as well as Ukrainian diaspora aiming to bring family members to live with them outside of Ukraine."

• FAQ: Migration From Ukraine from UkraineNow.org. (Eng & Ukr)

• 🇺🇦 "The Ukrainian Ministry of Internal Affairs has resumed administrative services - issuance of foreign passports and rights." Go here. (Ukr)

"Contact details of the hotline, a list of services of the State Migration Service of Ukraine and examples of applications can be found in the infographic."

• " This repository contains a breakdown of embassies and consulates in and around Ukraine and neighboring countries, organized by Country." Created by Bill Fitzgerald

• Federal Ministry for European and International Affairs: "Citizens of Ukraine holding a biometric passport do not need a short-stay visa in order to travel to Schengen Zone countries, including to France. 

(The Schengen Area includes the 26 following States:

Member States of the European Union: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and Sweden;

Non-Member States of the European Union: Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland.)

"Citizens of Ukraine have a legal stay of 90 days within the Schengen Zone. They can also obtain protection in the country where they are staying." Source (Also see: SchengenVisaInfo.com)

• LPHR Org | Information for the escape to Germany/Switzerland/ Poland: Helpful links in German & Ukrainian.

• The International Refugee Assistance Project (IRAP) is an excellent page with legal/asylum, psychosocial & disability resource listings, humanitarian aid orgs & government sites/information for Ukrainian refugees. It has information for: Moldova, Poland, Romania, Hungary & Slovakia.

• Help Ukraine: "This website is a collection of resources and links to aid war refugees from Ukraine to relocate to other countries — information on legislation, accommodation, travel, health and many other offers of support."

• 🇺🇦 🚗 "In case of traveling to other countries, Green Card policies can now be issued by Ukrainian insurers, including via the Internet, both for a short period (up to 60 days) with a 50% discount, and for any period."

• Ukrainian citizens can get vehicle insurance ("Green Card")  — needed to cross into many Schengen countries by car, at the Oschad bank.

• UNICEF | Resources and helplines for families fleeing Ukraine — "How to receive essential services, protection and other support if you're a refugee from Ukraine entering a neighbouring country."

• Information for: Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Hungary, Moldova, Poland, Romania & Slovakia. 
• Safety information is included at the bottom of the linked page.

• UNICEF & UNHCR: "Twenty Child & Family Support Hubs, known as “Blue Dots,” will provide a safe space for children and their families, vital services, play, protection and counselling in a single location. The hubs aim to support vulnerable families on the move, especially the many unaccompanied or separated children at risk of sickness, trauma, violence, exploitation and trafficking."

• "The hubs will be located in selected strategic sites - border entry/exit points, registration sites, some strategic urban centres - as well as through mobile/ outreach teams. The services include:
• restoring family links - services provided by the Red Cross & Red Crescent network;
• family reunification;
• child friendly space and dedicated mother and baby/toddler spaces;
• private rooms for counselling;
• psychosocial first aid;
• legal counselling;safe spaces for women and children to sleep;
• outreach social workers;
• information desk with Wi-Fi connectivity."
• In Ukrainian (You can choose other languages from the link)
• Contact: Sarah Crowe, Geneva, +41 079 543 8029

Map Of The Blue Dots

• Asylum Access Org | Ukraine Emergency: Resources for Refugees — Provides information about safety for refugees and organizations offering assistance in neighboring countries.

• UNICEF Europe C. Asia: "If you or someone you know has fled Ukraine and is taking refuge in the Czech Republic, Hungary, Moldova, Poland, Romania or Slovakia, here's how to access essential services, including:

• Shelter 
• Food
• Protection
• Other forms of support."

• ECRE | Information Sheet – Measures in response to the arrival of displaced 

people fleeing the war in Ukraine.

• Information & Support For (Young) People Fleeing Ukraine — official sources of information & citizen-led initiatives.

• 🇪🇺 Information for Ukrainians arriving in the European Union: This provides valuable information for those arriving in/choosing to stay in any of the EU countries. There are also links to each country's website for Ukrainian residents.

• "There are two options when you cross the border into the European Union: 
• You can move freely for up to 90 days on a standard tourist visa;
• You can claim temporary protection for 1 year, which may be renewed for up to 3 years in total depending on the circumstances.
• The Temporary Protection Directive gives you a series of rights, including access to housing, education, employment and self-employment, necessary assistance in terms of social welfare and means of subsistence, and medical care.
• Please note that once you have claimed temporary protection in one Member State, you cannot normally claim it in another Member State. 
• You should therefore only register for temporary protection when you have reached the country in which you want to stay for a longer period.  
• We can advise you and put you in contact with organisations in different countries that can support you. 
• In addition, please note that you can lose the benefit of temporary protection if you apply for asylum. The situation may depend on the rules in the Member States in which you are, so we advise you to seek legal advice if you wish to apply for asylum."
• For more information visit the European Commission webpage on temporary protection

• 🇪🇺 Information for people fleeing the war in Ukraine: "If you are fleeing the war in Ukraine and coming to the European Union, you will find key information about your rights with regard to crossing the border into an EU country, eligibility for temporary protection and applying for international protection, as well as the rights of travel inside the European Union." Information in Eng, Ukr & Rus. 

• 🇪🇺 🚗 (19 Mar) Citizens of Ukraine can cross the borders of Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, the Czech Republic and Moldova in their own cars without "Green Card" policies.

• 🇪🇺 Information on free travel options offered by European transport companies: Information for the following countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czechia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain & Sweden.

• Additional information from national authority

• 🇪🇺 Practical support for Ukrainian refugees:From procedures to transport, accommodation and jobs

• "...hundreds of initiatives have sprung up to provide practical support in neighbouring countries and beyond, ranging from small volunteer NGOs to major international organisations and state services. [Above] is a list of just some of these initiatives and how you can access the support."

• 🇪🇺 "Europe without Barriers"provides information concerning documentation, fleeing with children, and legal routes/choices you have for remaining in the EU legally: The way home: how to return to Ukraine for those who fled the war

• 🇪🇺 " w2eu.info provides information to refugees and migrants that might be useful on their journey to and through Europe. We want to give access to counseling and useful contacts in different European countries."

• 🇪🇺 Refugees | Help Chats in Europe:, 

Telegram chats, facebook groups & government sites for: Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Czech Republic, Cypres, Denmark, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Moldova, Paris, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and Ukraine. (3 Apr — They will keep adding to this list.)

• Protecting Yourself :

• Try to find information in advance about where migrants can get help and support in the destination country. If possible, contact government or non-governmental organizations.

• Take photos of all your important documents and send them to your email - so you will almost always have access to them.

• Trust your documents only to border guards and police. Do not leave your passport as collateral, for paperwork or registration, or for other reasons.

• Make sure you have enough information about who you are going with and where, where and with whom you will stay, for how long. Share this information with those you trust.

• Agree with family or friends on a code word or phrase that will tell you that you are in danger.

• If you are in danger, call the local emergency services and contact the Ukrainian embassy in the host country.

• If you have any questions or doubts, do not hesitate to contact the hotlines to help migrants." Source

USG | Reception Center Locations

19. By Country | Refugee Info: Immigration Procedures & Useful Information

UNHCR | Refugee Help Pages

• 🇨🇿 Czech Republic& CZ Government Website
• Hotline: +420 974 801 802

• 🇭🇺 Hungary& Hungarian Helsinki Committee

• 🇲🇩 Moldova Asylum Authorities & Available Services
• You can contact UNHCR at hunbu@unhcr.org.
• Hotline of the Moldovan Bureau for Migration and Asylum: +373 (0) 8000 15 27.

• 🇵🇱 Poland & Polish Govt Site For Ukrainians. 
• Hotline: +48477217575

• 🇹🇩 Romania & Romanian National Council For Refugees

• 🇸🇰 Slovakia & Slovakia's Website for Ukrainians

• 🇹🇷 Turkey& Turkey Immigration For Ukrainians

• 🇺🇦 Ukraine

• 🌏 All Other Countries

• PDF List Of UNHCR Offices

🇦🇺 Australia

Immigration & Citizenship

Immigration and Visas& Ukraine visa support

Embassy of Ukraine | Australia

• Address: Suite 1, Level 12, 60 Marcus Clarke Street, Canberra ACT 2601
• Tel: +61 2 6230 5789; +61 2 6247 2182
• Email: emb_au@mfa.gov.ua

embukraine.au@gmail.com

• ( Facebook)( Twitter)

UNHCR | Australia

"Access to State Services With Humanitarian and Refugee Visa

Persons who hold a humanitarian and refugee visa, have access to Australia’s government services. This includes:

• Medicare
• Centrelink
• Jobactive
• Trauma Counselling (if you want)." Source

Refugee Council of Australia | Service directories for refugees and people seeking asylum: "Do you need a service? Many of our members and other organisations provide services to refugees and people seeking asylum, such as help with money, employment, housing, and legal advice."

• Tel: +61 (02) 9211 9333

Australian Red Cross

• "Information about coping with distress, and helping children cope with distress is available in українська (Ukrainian) and русский (Russian)."

Refugee Education — "Listed on this page are scholarships for people seeking asylum and refugees who hold temporary visas (TPV, SHEV, BV). These scholarships are limited and highly competitive but we urge people from refugee backgrounds and asylum seekers to apply."

🇦🇹 Austria

Federal Office for Immigration and Asylum (BFA)

Austrian Foreign Ministry 

Information For Ukrainian Citizens in Austria

• "If you are in urgent need of assistance, please contact the hotline: +43 1 2676 870 9460

• If you do not have the financial means to organize accommodation on your own, we provide shelters.
• Temporary housing, food and non-food-items are provided in the shelters. Call the hotline for further information.
• Medical Services for refugees from Ukraine (passport or document of residence has to be shown) are free
• If you show your Ukrainian ID, tickets for the Austrian Railway are free." Source

UNHCR | Austria - "Help for refugees and asylum-seekers

Help lines for non-English and non-German speaking Ukrainian refugees: If you need help and speak Ukrainian, please call the following institutions: BBU - Federal Agency for Support and Assistance (state aid): +43 1 2676 870 9460, Caritas (non-governmental organization - non-state aid): +43 5 1776 380."

• "A hotline has been set up by the Federal Chancellery for central questions of displaced persons from Ukraine. Consultations are offered in German and Russian in addition to Ukrainian. The hotline can be reached at +43 1 715 10 51 - 120." Source

Legal and practical guide for people leaving Ukraine to Austria

Borgen Project | Organizations Helping Refugees in Austria

The City of Vienna, several NGOs and "Helfer Wiens" have set up this platform for everyone who wants to help.

🇧🇪 Belgium

UNHCR | Belgium: "As of Monday 14 March 2022, registration for temporary protection will take place at Brussels Expo, Palais (8) Heysel. The registration centre is open 7 days per week, from 8.30AM to 5.30PM.

Please consult the following governmental website for further detailed information: Opening new registration centre – Ukraine ( info-ukraine.be)."

Helpline to provide psychological support for Ukrainians arriving in Belgium.

• From 9 am to 12.30 pm
• English & Dutch: 02 225 44 11
• Ukrainian: 02 225 44 21

Belgium – Entry and Stay Measures for Ukrainian Refugees

Legal and Practical Guide for people leaving Ukraine to Belgium

Assistance In Belgium

Information For Refugees (Facebook Page)

Job Opportunities:

• www.jobat.be/en
• be.indeed.com
• www.vdab.be/english/belgie.shtml#jobs

🇧🇬 Bulgaria

Bulgaria For Ukraine

Bulgarian Unified Information Portal

• "Bulgaria’s official source of information on measures and actions related to the crisis in Ukraine."

Bulgarian Red Cross opens toll-free hotline to help Ukrainian refugees: "...consultants & volunteers from the Bulgarian Red Cross (BRC) will provide the needy with information: 

• Tel: 0800 20101
• Between 8.00 am & 20.00 pm
• Ukrainian volunteers will provide information in Ukrainian and Russian.
• Email: help@redcross.bg

Salaries in Bulgaria in 2022 & average living costs: everything a refugee from Ukraine needs to know

"Ukrainians are offered to leave for Bulgaria with their children. In the children’s camp “Sea Dunes” they are ready to shelter for free by May 31 with three meals a day. You have to pay only 75 euros for the bus, children under 2 years old free of charge. The head of the group will help to arrange documents for accommodation, departure on April 16.

• Many Bulgarian hotels are ready to accept Ukrainian citizens until the end of May." Source

🇨🇦 Canada

Immigrating from Ukraine to Canada

Call: 1.855.936.1718

How Ukraine Refugees Can Come to Canada

• Also see: What the Government of Canada is doing
• Resources in Ukrainian have been added to the site. 24/4

"Ukrainians and their immediate family members of any nationality may stay in Canada for up to three years. Overseas applicants need to apply online for a visitor visa and provide their biometrics.

The Canadian government encourages CUAET applicants to apply for a three-year open work permit at the same time as their visa application. This will allow them to work in Canada for any employer."

"Applicants who do not have a valid passport may still apply. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will issue a single journey travel document on a case-by-case basis, where appropriate." Source

Immigration Measures For People Affected by the Situation in Ukraine: "We’ve created a phone line and a web form to prioritize questions from:

• people affected by the situation in Ukraine
• people contacting us on behalf of someone who is affected."

*You can now add the keyword “Ukraine2022” to the IRCC Web form with your enquiry and your email will be prioritized.

"Contact us by phone at +1-613-321-4243; Mon to Fri, 6:30am to 7pm (ET). Available both inside and outside Canada. We’ll accept charges for collect calls or calls with reverse charges." ~ Canada to welcome those fleeing the war in Ukraine.

Canada-Ukraine authorization for emergency travel: "Temporary residence programs are intended to help those affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine to seek temporary safe harbour in Canada, until it is safe to return to Ukraine. Temporary residents may be able to apply for permanent residency through various programs, should they decide to stay in Canada at the end of their temporary stay."

• Information on how to apply this new immigration pathway.

Canada | Find useful information and resources

Ukrainian Canadian Congress: If you'd like to offer your assistance/ services, please go here, Assistance to Ukranians Affected by War in Ukraine, and complete their form.

"The University of Alberta is offering financial support to Ukrainian students who may be suffering financial hardship because of the Russian invasion."

Alberta | Support for Ukrainians

"How the province and Albertans are helping out as part of Canada's response to the crisis in Ukraine."

Govt of Canada | JobBank

Montreal area Ukraine relief information/ Informations sur l'aide à l'Ukraine

Use ArriveCAN to enter Canada

11/4 Prime Minister co-convenes the Stand Up for Ukraine pledging event

• "New income supports for Ukrainians for up to six weeks for those who need it, to get them started here in Canada on the right foot and ensure access to basic necessities."
• "Temporary hotel accommodations for up to two weeks, for those who need an initial place to stay."
• "This is in addition to key services for Ukrainians to help them settle into their new communities, including language training, information about life in Canada, information on how to enroll in schools, employment aid and services for women, seniors, youth, and LGBTQ2+ individuals." Source

📱 Rogers Helps: "We're proud to help Ukrainian arrivals to Canada stay connected to loved ones and resources through prepaid @chatrmobile SIM cards. 

We're continuing to waive long-distance and SMS charges to Ukraine, and roaming charges for any Canadian customers currently in the country." Source

🇭🇷 Croatia

How Ukrainian citizens can come and live in Croatia: Guide for 2022

🇨🇾 Cypress

Cypress Asylum Service

• Application for Temporary Protection

"In Cyprus, the government announced the opening of a bank account where money is deposited for people in Ukraine. Additionally, the government is collecting supplies for the UKraineans.  All information can be found here." Source

Important Phone Numbers

🇨🇿 Czech Republic

Government Website. 

Hotline number +420 974 801 802

Organization To Aid Refugees (CZ)

UNHCR | Czech Republic

Organization for Aid to Refugees (OPU) — Provides free legal and social counselling to applicants.

www.nasiukrajinci.cz

www.stojimezaukrajinou.cz

Pomoc Ukrajinĕ - sbírky, odkazy, tipy (Facebook Group)

" Opora.uk can provide direct emergency assistance to families arriving into CZ, from funding basic necessities, finding shelter, informational support to partnering with local organisations to facilitate both emergency and long-term resettlement needs of Ukrainian families."

Association for Integration and Migration – NGO providing legal, social & psychosocial counseling.

Integration Centre Prague— A nonprofit org that helps refugees settle in Prague. They offer help through legal & social counseling, interpretation and by providing all services within their information center are free.

• Tel: +420 775 751 748
• Email: ukr@icpraha.com
• Hours: Monday-Friday: 9 AM – 6 PM
• Information Centre: 
• Tel: +420 252 543 846
• Email: info@icpraha.com
• Hours: M-F 8am - 6pm

Guide for Refugee Parents

20 Helpful Resources For Ukrainian Refugees in The Czechia— "A regularly updated guide to services and useful tools for Ukrainian refugees in Prague & the Czech Republic."

Directory of psychological help in the Czech Republic

A psychotherapeutic line was established by the Czech Association for Psychotherapy.

• "While the call is a paid service, the therapy itself is free. The line is available on 212 812 540 every day from 9:00 to 18:00."

YOUkraine— provides free services to Ukrainian refugees. 

• Professional help provided by psychologists and psychotherapists.
• Immigration and legal support prior to leaving Ukraine and assistance with arranging all matters to ensure the lawfulness of residence in the Czech Republic.
• Translation of documents required for immigration and other residence-related proceedingsInterpreting of communication with authorities.
• Relocation and social services.

" How much is paid to Ukrainian refugees in the Czech Republic:

One-time assistance in the amount of 5,000 kroons (184 euros) is provided to all refugees in the Czech Republic. The first payment will be given automatically to everyone upon presentation of a passport. If the refugee proves that he / she is in a difficult financial situation, he / she may re-apply for assistance in the same amount for a period not exceeding the next 5 months. That is, in general, a refugee from Ukraine is entitled to six humanitarian benefits of 5,000 kroons (in six months, refugees will be able to receive state aid, but within the framework of standard social assistance). If you can get one-time assistance in cash, then to receive assistance for up to 5 months, you will need to open an account in a Czech bank. You can apply for this assistance electronically through the application www.mpsv. cz or at any office of the Employment Center of the Czech Republic at the place of residence. The state will pay 5,000 kroons each to people over the age of 65 who are not entitled to a pension." Source

Wages in the Czech Republic in 2022 & the average cost of living: everything a refugee from Ukraine needs to know

"In the Czech Republic, volunteers have set up a special telegram channel where you can find up-to-date information on free housing for Ukrainian refugees. Volunteers help not only find shelter, but also inform Ukrainians about the rules of life in the country." Source

Free ČSOB Bank offer for Ukrainians:

• People can also use a special hotline in the Ukrainian language at 800 200 290 or visit this website for more information.

🇩🇰 Denmark

Danish Immigration Service Information for Ukrainian refugees.

🇪🇪 Estonia

Estonian Refugee Council

Coming to Estonia: "Initial information to Ukrainian citizens and their family members about the opportunities they have to come to Estonia, the necessary documents and contacts."

🇫🇮 Finland

Finland | Basic Information

Ukranians in Finland Org

Tampere | Ukrainian House — "The war in Ukraine has brought hundreds of Ukrainians to Tampere to seek refuge. Ukrainians have the flexibility to use the services of their municipality of residence once they have registered with the Finnish Immigration Service for temporary protection."

Accommodation & Help For Ukranians In Finland (Facebook Group)

🇫🇷 France

Reception in France of people displaced from Ukraine (Gov Website)

UNHCR Help Page | France

Legal and practical guide for people leaving Ukraine to France

France: rules for entry and stay. Information for Ukrainian refugees

Welcoming displaced people from Ukraine in France

• Welcome Booklet
• Frequently Asked Questions: FAQ

15/4 "France will make housing and family benefits available for Ukrainian refugees once the emergency lodging phase is over.

France will give displaced Ukrainians the right to access aid for personal housing with family supplements, as well as benefits for family maintenance." Source

Paris: "Call 3975, the City of Paris number, to receive information on how refugees are being taken in and, to get practical information.

If you are anxious about relatives in Ukraine – contact the French Ministry for Foreign Affairs' crisis unit: +33 1 43 17 53 53." Source

Paris: "A reception center called "Accueil Ukraine" has opened its doors, only for Ukrainian refugees, at 15 avenue Ernest Renan in the 15th arrondissement (Métro station Porte de Versailles).

"Home Ukraine" is open 7 days a week from 9 am to 6 pm.

It provides Ukrainian refugees with a first point of contact in order to assess their needs and guide them towards the most appropriate solutions." Source

Artists: "The agency of artists in exile in France (Paris, Marseille) opened a hotline for Ukrainian artists: soutienartistesukrainiens@aa-e.org."

Paris: "The Paris city board of education has also opened a Ukraine “crisis unit” to help refugee parents with the school enrolment process." Source

Techfugees | Here’s a list of apps and platforms for refugees and asylum seekers fleeing Ukraine and other conflicts and arriving to France — "...Techfugees has launched a website aggregating all initiatives we hear about through the 30+ local Whatsapp groups across Europe."

War in Ukraine: how to help Ukrainians from France?

🇩🇪 Germany

People fleeing from Ukraine can find important information here.

FAQs about entry from Ukraine and about residence in Germany.

You can reach the crisis hotline of the German Federal Foreign Office on +49 (0) 30 / 5000 3000

Germany Handbook (In Ukr)

Legal and Practical Guide for people leaving Ukraine to Germany

Potreba | Evacuation to Germany— "The city of Randersaker (Germany, Bavaria) receives refugees from Ukraine.

• The city fully assumes the provision of everything necessary. Places in the homes of local families.
• Language courses, kindergarten, school. Everything is free.
• Offer for people who are currently in Ukraine and who need help.
• Pick-up from the Slovak border.
• Potreba is a search and assistance service. You may offer or request help. This is a crowdsourced site - use caution. 

#Unterkunft Ukraine (A platform for finding or offering accommodation.)

MitOst | Mental Health Resources in Germany: "...counselling by licensed therapists, psychologists, and volunteers in various countries."

Munich: Münchner Freiwillige (Non-profit)

Münchner Freiwillige - Wer helfen e.V. (Facebook Page)

Berlin: Information for refugees from Ukraine

Comprehensive information for Ukrainian refugees arriving in Berlin: "As a war refugee, you have a right of residence for an initial period of one year and simplified access to the labour market." Source

Facebook Group: Bridge: a group to help Ukrainian refugees(Germany)

" How much financial aid is paid to Ukrainian refugees in Germany: If a refugee from Ukraine does not live in a dormitory provided by social services and does not receive material assistance, social services will pay for the first 18 months:

• an adult if he lives separately 367 euros per month,
• if living with a husband or wife - 330 euros.
• Adults under the age of 25 living with their parents will receive 294 euros each.
• for a teenager aged 14-17 326 euros,
• for a child aged 6 to 14 years - 326 euros,
• for a child under six years - 249 euros per month.

An application for social assistance to refugees is submitted to the Sozialamt, the community's social affairs office. If the temporary protection is extended, the refugee will receive higher benefits, such as those received by the socially disadvantaged and the long-term unemployed in Germany." Source

Wages in Germany in 2022 & the average cost of living: everything a refugee from Ukraine needs to know

🇬🇷 Greece

Information on Displaced Persons from Ukraine

• Tel: (0030) 213 162 9600
• Hours: weekdays: 08.00 - 21.00, Weekends & holidays: 10.00-17.00
• Info by phone in Eng, Ukr & Greek
• Email: ukraine@migration.gov.gr
• Address: 196-198 Leoforos Thivon, Agios Ioannis Rentis, Attica, 182 33

"Ukrainian citizens who do not carry travel documents, can only enter from the Promachonas Border Control station, (tel. +30-23230 41079) where they will be provided with relevant documentation by the staff  of the Ukrainian Embassy in Greece." Source

"The Government of the Hellenic Republic has endorsed a decision to send buses or planes to Poland to voluntarily accept and resettle some Ukrainian refugees." 3/11 Source

"The Embassy of Greece in Ljubljana is announcing that Greece has put in place special procedures for Ukrainian refugees to enter Greece."

Ukrainians can request help from the migration & asylum ministry site here. (Greek, English & Ukrainian)

"All Ukrainian citizens who plan to enter Greece are no longer required to fill in the Passenger Locator Form (PLF) upon their arrival in this country - from Sun, March 6." SchengenVisaInfo.com 

"Starting April 4, a special fast track procedure to identify and provide a special biometric ID to all Ukrainians wishing to stay temporarily in Greece will be in place." Source ( <- Very good update article.)

Medical Assistance

🇭🇺 Hungary

26/4 Update: "Starting from April 26, the mode of operation of checkpoints "Dzvinkove" and "Kosino" on the border with Hungary is changed. 

Registration of persons and vehicles at the specified checkpoints will be carried out according to the following schedule:

• "Kosino - Barabash" from 8 am to 8 pm,
• "Dzvinkove - Lonya" from 8 am to 7 pm."
• Source

Embassy of Ukraine | Hungary

• 1125, Budapest, st. Ishtengedi, 84/B
• Tel.: +36 1 422 41 18; +36 1 422 41 22; +36 1 422 41 23; +36 1 422 41 24

Hungarian Helsinki Committee (They offer free legal guidance & assistance for asylum claims)

Hungarian Helsinki Committee | Guide for New Arrivals From Ukraine

UNHCR: Hungary Refugee Help Page

Legal and practical guide for people leaving Ukraine to Hungary

Information for people fleeing from Ukraine(English)

Інформація для біженців із України (Ukrainian)

Информация для ищущих убежища из Украины(Russian)

Hungarian Association for Migrants information

" Cordelia Foundation offers psychological support to survivors of trauma and their families." (Services are free)

List of Organizations that provide Legal Aid to Refugees in Hungary

Hungarian Red Cross: " The government has launched a 24/7 customer service to provide information to refugees in Hun, Ukr, & Eng, on topics such as the asylum procedure, border crossing, entry, documentation, as well as information on individual circumstances. 

The customer service can be called free of charge from Hungary on 06 / 80-310-310, free of charge from Ukraine on 0-800 / 504-546, from other countries on + 36 / 1-550-1828, or you can email menekultinfo@me.gov.hu."

Menedék Hungarian Association for Migrants: "This article is a summary of what people fleeing Ukraine for Hungary can expect based on current regulations."

Wages in Hungary in 2022 & average living costs: everything a refugee from Ukraine needs to know

https://www.facebook.com/groups/994143548136400/

🇮🇪 Ireland

Irish Immigration Service

This FAQ document provides information for Ukrainian Citizens and their Family members wishing to travel to Ireland.

Asylum Seekers & Refugees 

(In Ukrainian)

Legal and practical guide for people leaving Ukraine to Ireland

Practical sites to support Ukrainians arriving in Ireland

UNHCR Ireland - Help for refugees and asylum-seekers

Supports for Ukrainians in Ireland

• "This page lists organisations that are helping people who have come to Ireland from Ukraine."

• "You can also read about how to get state supports, including immigration status, social welfare and healthcare."

• "A Community Response Forum has been set up in each local authority area to help deliver local supports for Ukrainians.

Temporary protection for people fleeing the conflict in Ukraine

A Parent's Guide to Childcare

🇮🇱 Israel

Embassy of Ukraine | Israel

• Str. Yirmiyahu, 50, Tel Aviv
• Tel: +972 3-627-3300

Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Aid Organization for Refugees and Asylum Seekers in Israel (ASSAF)

• Vul. Golomb, 52, Tel Aviv
• Tel: +972 (0) 72 251 3838
• Email: info@assaf.org.il

Jewish Agency For Israel Org

Amnesty International Israel

• Str. Montefiore, 27, Tel Aviv, POB 14179 TLV 65793 
• Tel: +972 (0) 3 52 50 005 
• Email: info@amnesty.org.il

" Israel will receive relatives of Ukrainians who are already in the country " Israel's Interior Minister: 

Non-Jewish family members seeking asylum in Israel will not count toward the 5000-person cap.

"Under Israel’s Law of Return, citizenship can be automatically granted to any person who has at least one Jewish grandparent.

The new system, known as “Green Path,” would allow nearly all refugees reasonably claiming to be eligible for Israeli citizenship into the country, without receiving immigration visas. Once in Israel, they will complete the immigration process and only then receive citizenship." Source

🇮🇹 Italy

Ukrainian Migration to Italy

UNHCR Help Page | Italy

Helpline for refugees and asylum seekers realized by ARCI and UNHCR:

• +39 800 905 570;
• or +39 3511376335 (for Lycamobile users/Whatsapp)

Rome: Housing Hotline 800938873 or send a request via email: emergenza.ucraina@comune.roma.it

Asylum Visa In Italy

Essential guidelines to people fleeing Ukraine: your first steps in Italy - YouTube

Rome issues guide for Ukrainian refugees arriving in Italian capital

Help, Accommodation & Shelter For Ukrainians In Italy (Facebook Group)

🇱🇻 Latvia

From Ukraine to Latvia— "Providing assistance to Ukrainian refugees in Latvia." (Database)

• "We will provide housing, food and other assistance."
• "The only round-the-clock information phone on services and support of citizens of Ukraine in Latvia: +371 27 380 380 (works 24/7)"

• Gribu palīdzēt bēgļiem – NGO helping asylum seekers.

🇱🇹 Lithuania

Lithuania | A Guide For Ukrainian Refugees

"In Lithuania, Pelėdos volunteers have launched a special initiative to help refugees from Ukraine find free housing in the country. You need to register on the site, after which the Ukrainian should be contacted by volunteers and provide the necessary advice, help to find temporary shelter. On this resource you can also find homeowners who are ready to provide it to Ukrainians for free." Source

🇦🇩 Moldova

Please see the page of the Asylum Authorities and this page for Available Services.

Hotline of the Moldovan Bureau for Migration and Asylum: +373 (0) 8000 15 27

Border Police - Moldova: +373 22 259 717

How To Apply For Asylum In Moldova

You may Email UNHCR at: hunbu@unhcr.org.

Moldovan gov site on assistance for people entering Moldova from Ukraine

ReliefWeb | Moldova: Temporary homes and temporary jobs for Ukrainian refugees

The Charity Centre for Refugees

If you need help or information, this is an excellent page.

Hotline for assistance 080001527.

(From Ukraine +37322820007)

The Law Center of Advocates — How To Apply For Asylum In Moldova:

• "For additional questions about asylum in Moldova, call the hotline at the Legal Center of Lawyers

• +373 60574848
• +373 60966760
• +373 60238927
• +373 79586779
• +373 61068968
• +373 69071119
• +373 69915725
• +373 68287590
• +373 62030251
• +373 60974490
• +373 69621551
• +373 60970653."

Ajutor Ucraineni în Moldova / Допоможіть українцям у Молдові (Facebook Group)

Salaries in Moldova in 2022 & average living costs: everything a refugee from Ukraine needs to know

🇳🇱 Netherlands

Coming to the Netherlands as a Ukrainian: "​Ukrainians who come to the Netherlands can usually travel freely. And do not have to apply for asylum. Reception is possible in various places in the Netherlands."

Dutch Council for Refugees

• Call: +31 (0) 20 300 7000
• Dutch/English/Ukrainian (every day 9-19h)

"RefugeeHelp is the online starting point for Ukrainian refugees in the Netherlands and everyone who wants to help." 

• A help guide for Ukranians coming to the Netherlands which addresses topics related to resettling. 

Legal and practical guide for people leaving Ukraine to the Netherlands

Working in the Netherlands

'Red Cross opens hotline for Ukrainian refugees in the Netherlands': "Assistance is available in both Ukr & Eng. A Dutch-language helpline will run alongside this for people who want to request help in Dutch, or for locals who want to offer help to refugees."

"People who speak Ukrainian or English can contact the Red Cross on 06-48158053 using WhatsApp. The Dutch-language line is available from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Friday. That number is 070-4455888."

Aid for Ukraine Animals: "The hotline "Help to animals from Ukraine" can be contacted to save animals that have escaped from the war. For assistance, call 088-811 3333 or email info@hulpvoordierenuitoekraine.nl.

Dierenbescherming and NFDO coordinate rescue and asylum opportunities in the Netherlands, and collaborate with other animal-assisted organisations, including DierenLot, Stichting Bevordering Huisdierenwelzijn, Mendoo, BVDD and KNMvD."

"On refugeehelp.nl we collect all information for refugee Ukrainians who are in the Netherlands or who are planning to come here. The information is available in Dutch, English, Ukrainian and Russian." Source

Oekraïne Vluchtelingen NL (Facebook Group)

Initiatives from all over the country: housing, donations, welcome centers, support for the deaf… etc.

VluchtelingenWerk Netherlands

Refugee support - "Find out what you can do, which organization you can contact and what the current situation is."

Association of Asylum Lawyers— Asylum and immigration law.

The Royal Dutch Society for Veterinary Medicine

🇳🇿 New Zealand

New Zealand Immigration

"The 2022 Special Ukraine Policy will be open for one year and enable New Zealand citizens and residents in New Zealand who were born in Ukraine or are Ukrainian citizens to sponsor their parents, grand-parents, adult siblings and adult children and their immediate family.

Successful applicants will be granted a two-year visa with work rights, or study rights if they are 18 or younger.

New Zealand sponsors can now complete a sponsorship form and submit it to Immigration New Zealand (INZ)."

🇵🇱 Poland

Poland | A Guide For Ukrainian Refugees

List of Humanitarian Organizations in Poland

List of Organizations that provide Legal Aid to Refugees in Poland

Financial assistance to Ukrainians in Poland: "Ukrainians who came to Poland due to hostilities can receive material assistance from the UN for 3 months in the amount of 700 zlotys, about 146.5 euros for the first person in the family and 610 zlotys or 128 euros for the next four people.

It is not necessary to cross the Polish-Ukrainian border to receive these funds, and not to enter Poland through third countries. You do not have to have a PESEL or a bank account. To receive money, you need to fill out the appropriate form and meet with a representative of the program. Carry an identity document and provide fingerprints. The money should arrive in 7 days, you can withdraw it at an ATM." Source

Polish Center for International Aid

Foundation for Polish-Ukrainian Cooperation "U-WORK" — "Call center (+48 12 312 06 46) employs multilingual experts who provide information on formalities and possibilities of comprehensive support for Ukrainian refugees." Source

Wages in Poland in 2022 & average living costs: everything a refugee from Ukraine needs to know

"Citizens of this European country [Poland] actively support Ukrainians. There are even those who are willing to provide their own housing for free. You can find all the offers on a special site UkraineSupport. Many Poles also offer refugees jobs, especially care for the frail and elderly, and in return provide accommodation even for women with children." Source

Women's Health: "Аборт у Польщі на жаль є недоступний за офіційною (державною) медичною допомогою, але особа, яка перериває власну вагітність, не карається законом.

Фармакологічний аборт і допомога від організації «Аборт без кордонів» [+48 22 29 22 597]." Abortion Without Borders Source

Information from Polish media in Ukrainian language

A newspaper for Ukrainians in Poland.

"The Ukrainian language has appeared in a special application Jakdojade, in which the schedule of public transport is monitored in Poland.

Jakdojade shows information about the schedule of transport in 40 cities." Source

"Information for persons undergoing psychiatric treatment in Ukraine [who] find themselves in Poland.

Download here: English, Polish, Ukrainian." Source

Helsińska Fundacja Praw Człowieka (Helsinki Foundation for Human Rights) — Legal assistance for refugees and immigrants

• Address: Zgoda Str. 11, 00-018 Warsaw
• Tel: (48) 22 828 10 08, (48) 22 828 69 96, (48) 22 556 44 40
• Email: hfhr@hfhrpol.waw.pl

Graphic Source

🇵🇹 Portugal

Embassy of Ukraine | Portugal

• Avenida das Descobertas, nº18 - Restelo, 1400-092 Lisbon
• Tel: +351-21-301-0043, +351-21-301-0047
• Email: emb_pt@mfa.gov.ua

Ucrânia SOS Portugal (Gov Facebook Page)

Portuguese Council for Refugees

" JRS Portugalprovides free support at various stages of integration:

• assistance with legalization of documents;
• help of psychologists;
• employment assistance,
• Portuguese language courses;

and other assistance.

Contacts:

centro.atendimento@jrs.net

jrsportugal@jrs.net

+351 217 552 790 (option 1)

+351 937 541 620." Go here.

🇷🇴 Romania

National Council for Refugees

Email: office@cnrr.ro

Phone: (004) 0213126210

Hotline: (004) 0730073170

Asylum Hotline of the National Romanian Council for Refugees: +40 721 206 926

Romanian Government Website |  Assistance for Ukrainian Refugees Entering Romania

People Solidarity For Ukraine

UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency:

Office Phone: +40 21 201 7873 (Mon-Fri: 9:00-17:30)

Hotline: +40 723 653 651 (available 24/7)

Email: rombu@unhcr.org

UNHCR | Romania Help Page

Oameni De Bine | Alege inițiativa

pentru Ucraina!

️Additional info - Through Chernivtsi: Suceava Border Customs Office: +40 230 529 595; Map

Romanian Border Police: +40 219 590

Contacts when you arrive at the border: 

Mr Okafor: +40747568035,

Dr Okonkwo: +40757696087

Code for Romania guide for people entering Romania from Ukraine

" Kit from the International Organisation for Migrants in Romania - Useful information for people entering Romania from Ukraine." (Eng & Ukr) Source

Facebook Group: Uniți Pentru Ucraina (UNIȚI PENTRU UCRAINA - Об'εднанi за Украiну - United for Ukraine)

(Group has more than 225,000 members, including donors, volunteers, tutors, and Ukrainians seeking help as they escape the violence. It's a project organized by European Parliament member Vlad Gheorghe, along with other Romanians eager to unite local individuals, NGOs, and businesses willing to help." Source)

Romanian Red Cross

There is an extremely comprehensive & useful Twitter thread concerning Ukrainians fleeing to Romania, here.

National Council for Refugees, for border issues: + 40 730 073 170

"Call Center (on WhatsApp) for information about asylum & information for Ukrainians (Eng, Rus & Ukr): +40 765 861 888. Call Center for social and psychological counselling for Ukrainians who have already taken refuge in Romania: +40 745 139 747." Source

List of Humanitarian Organizations in Romania

Frequently Asked Questions about asylum in Romania (English)

Salaries in Romania in 2022 & average living costs: everything a refugee from Ukraine needs to know

Check the waiting time at Border Crossings.

List of Organizations that provide Legal Aid to Refugees in Romania

🇸🇰 Slovakia

Government website for Ukrainians.

Slovak Humanitarian Council

UNHCR: Slovakia Help Page

Slovakia Migration Information Center services: Information and assistance - situation in Ukraine - IOM Migration information center

Information for Ukrainians entering Slovak republic

Legal and practical guide for people leaving Ukraine to Slovakia

Rules for entry into the Slovak Republic from Ukraine

Slovakia Center for Legal Aid

Slovak Red Cross

Pomoc pre Ukrajinu (Допомога Україні)

Human Rights League — on this website you will be able to find information about:

• Border crossings and entry conditions
• What to pack before coming to Slovakia
• Asylum and subsidiary protection
• Temporary refuge
• Visas
• Transportation
• Accomodation
• Healthcare

List of Organizations that provide Legal Aid to Refugees in Slovakia

" Material assistance to Ukrainian refugees in Slovakia: Ukrainians in Slovakia can count on monthly payments of about 68.8 euros per person. Refugees with 1 to 4 children will receive 130.9 euros, and if there are more than 4 children in the family - 241 euros." Source

Wages in Slovakia in 2022 & average living costs: everything a refugee from Ukraine needs to know

🇸🇮 Slovenia

Slovenia's Assistance To The Citizens Of Ukraine

🇪🇸 Spain

Embassy of Ukraine in Spain

tel. +34 917 48 93 60

Address: Rda. Abubilla, 52, 28043 Madrid, Spain

UNHCR | Spain – Help for refugees and asylum seekers

How to apply for international protection for Ukrainian refugees in Spain?

"Las Caracolas Refugee Center in Madrid (temporary accommodation with meals)

• Address: Avenue del Mayorazgo, 28051, Madrid, the nearest underground stations "Congosto" and "La Gavia" line 1" Source

"Social Assistance Point Training Center for Social Security Bodies

• Address: José de Carabanchel a Aravaca, 91, 28233, Posuelo de Alarcon, Madrid
• Hotline: +34 91 047 44 44" Source

ACCEM: Andalucía (Córdoba), Castilla La Mancha, Castilla y León, Murcia, Asturias, Extremadura, Aragón and Galicia.

• Información para personas ucranianas desplazadas en España

CEAR: Andalucía (Málaga, Sevilla, Cádiz), Basque Country and Canary Islands (Gran Canaria and Tenerife).

• Guide on protection in Spain for people affected by the war in Ukraine

Cruz Roja: Andalucía (Almería, Granada and Huelva), Balearic Islands, Cantabria, Catalunya, La Rioja, Madrid, Navarra and Valencia region.

• "They are turning to the reception and assistance to people arriving from Ukraine, providing first aid, temporary accommodation, delivery of food, water, basic necessities, urgent health care, psychosocial support, as well as telephone SIM cards so that people can keep in touch with their families."

Ukrainians in Spain: "everything you need to know about crossing the border, living conditions and support for refugees."

Spain: New host family programme for those fleeing Ukraine

"A list of all local associations formed by Ukrainians across Spain can be found HERE with contact links." Source

"In Spain those displaced can apply for work and residence permits, as well as accommodation, legal or employment support, access to healthcare and schooling, and financial aid." Source

Refugee Assistance Center Saier

• Tel: +32 931 53 28 00

🇸🇪 Sweden

Infor­ma­tion for persons arriving to Sweden from Ukraine

Video from the Swedish Migration Services on what placement of refugees looks like.

Transport Från Ukraina 🇺🇦 till Sverige och hjälp för flyktningar (Facebook Group)

Save the Children Sweden

🇨🇭 Switzerland

Swiss Refugee Council

• Ukraine: Helpful information for people seeking protection

UNHCR Help Page | Switzerland & Liechtenstein

• Entry and asylum in Switzerland

AsyLex | Information on Ukraine — Chatbot: "AsyLex is a Swiss online legal advisory service for refugees - therefore we cannot advise on any law apart from Swiss law."

Telegram Channel | Ukrainians in Switzerland

Telegram Channel | Help for Ukrainians

🇹🇷 Turkey

Turkey: rules for refugees from Ukraine

Turkey visa for Ukrainian citizens - Turkey Immigration

UNHCR | Help for refugees and asylum-seekers in Turkey

• "The UNHCR Counselling Line can be reached on 4444868 . It is available from 9.00 to 17.00 on Mondays to Thursdays, and from 9.00 to 16.00 on Fridays."
• Services Advisor Interactive Map: Find medical and social services help. 

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Apply for a Ukraine Family Scheme visa:

Guidance for family members of British nationals, UK settled persons and certain others to come to or stay in the UK under the Ukraine Family Scheme, go here. 

Questions — Tel: +44 808 164 8810 Option 1; Monday to Friday, 24 hours/free of charge.

Guidance from UK Gov: Move to the UK if you’re from Ukraine

• Also see: Ukraine and the UK

Homes For Ukraine — "Register your interest to be sponsored by the UK: How sponsorship works.

• You can register at any time and from any place across Europe. You do not need to be in the UK."
• There is also a free 24/7 free helpline set up for telephone enquiries: +44 808 164 8810 (0808 164 8810 if you’re in the UK).

Legal and practical guide for people leaving Ukraine to the UK

Citizens Advice | Bringing family members from Ukraine to the UK

Ukraine Zone | Guidance on support available to Ukrainian nationals and their family members

Companion Animals Update: "Refugees and animals can arrive at the border and the UK Government will assist with simplified paperwork and cover the costs of vaccination and quarantine."

Source

How to take in a Ukrainian refugee: Who can sponsor refugees under UK scheme and how to be a host: "Brits will be able to nominate a named Ukrainian individual or family to stay with them in their home, or offer a separate property for them to use rent-free.

People sponsoring refugees will be required to commit to the scheme for a min of six months, but are encouraged to keep up the offer for as long as they can." A £350/month payment if being offered.

The Homes for Ukraine website went live on Monday, March 14th. The new scheme will allow people to offer accommodation for fleeing Ukrainian refugees for up to a year.

Ukrainian refugees who are part of the scheme can stay for three years in the UK. During this time they are entitled to work and can access public services." Source

" Opora.uk aims to provide both emergency and long-term support to Ukrainians and their families who are looking to rebuild their lives in safety, having fled the war. As well as funding accommodation, travel and helping refugees navigate the immigration system through our online support channels, we are also focussed on identifying structural ways to create self-sustainable employment and self-employment opportunities for Ukrainian families to rebuild their livelihoods."

Ukrainian Refugee Support: "This page includes useful links, information and guidance for UK hosts looking to support Ukrainians and for Ukrainians arriving in the UK. This page is managed by the Ukrainian Institute London."

Ukrainian Institute London | Ukrainian Refugee Support: "This page includes useful links, information and guidance for UK hosts looking to support Ukrainians and for Ukrainians arriving in the UK."

" Micro Rainbow can help connect UK sponsors with LGBTQI Ukrainian Nationals. After arrival in the UK, Micro Rainbow will provide LGBTQI Ukrainians with employability support & social inclusion activities."

"The Diia.Business team at the Ministry of Digital Transformation has developed a special section with information for those forced to leave Ukraine and are in the United KIngdom. The webpage explains how to get a visa, social benefits, find a job, or start a business." Source

Barnardo’s Ukrainian Support Helpline— Free Helpline: 0800 148 8586

• The Helpline is available to anyone fleeing the conflict in Ukraine.

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Scotland

Ukrainian Resources for Schools and Families

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Wales

Wales | How to Help Ukrainian Refugees

Wales: "For anyone affected by the situation in Ukraine you can contact the CALL (Community Advice & Listening Line) Mental Health helpline. 

• It is available 24 hours a day to listen and provide support. Call 0800 132737 or text ‘Help’ to 81066."

🇺🇸 United States

(20/4) Pets are currently NOT being allowed entry into the United States!

19/4 "A Federal Register notice set to publish Tuesday broadens the eligibility for Ukrainians in the U.S. to get Temporary Protected Status, which includes work authorization and protection from deportation. Eligible Ukrainians in the U.S. since April 11 can now apply for status, which will last for 18 months." Source

19/4 "The American Immigration Council's page Ukrainians in the United States Who May Qualify for Temporary Protected Status: An Overview."

"Ukrainian nonimmigrant visa applicants may apply anywhere they are physically located & can schedule an appointment. Follow instructions on the respective embassy website to apply. Find a list of embassy websites here.

Most Ukrainian immigrant visas, other than adoption cases, will be processed by U.S. Consulate General Frankfurt. U.S. Embassy Warsaw will process Ukrainian adoption cases, diplomatic & official visas. More information here." Source

"The US Dept of State has issued further details for Ukrainian applicants affected by the ongoing crisis in Ukraine:

• The guidance applies to immigrant and nonimmigrant visas
• Applicants must prove intent to leave the US, when it is safe, to receive a nonimmigrant visa
• Individuals who have filed a Form I-130 petition with USCIS can request expedited processing
• A COVID-19 exemption applies to some nonimmigrant travelers from Ukraine."

US Embassy | Visas

If you are seeking information about immediate humanitarian assistance in Poland (also see: here): US Embassy | Humanitarian Assistance & Visa Information For Ukrainians 

In Ukrainian: Посольство США | Гуманітарна допомога та візова інформація для українців

Immigration Help Available to Those Affected by Special Situations, Including the Invasion of Ukraine

"The U.S. Embassy in Poland website contains relevant information on a page titled Humanitarian Assistance and Visa Information for Ukrainians who have Evacuated to Poland, including information for Ukrainian citizens in Poland who want to travel to the United States." Source

" This document has information regarding what kind of help is available for those who are in the USA or need to get to the USA." (FAQ by Nova Ukraine)

• US: “Uniting for Ukraine” (U4U) program allows "Ukrainian citizens & their immediate family members who are outside the United States to come to the United States and stay temporarily in a two-year period of parole. Ukrainians participating in Uniting for Ukraine must have a supporter in the United States who agrees to provide them with financial support for the duration of their stay in the United States."
• Note: "Admin officials stressed that Ukrainians shouldn't travel to Mexico to gain entry into the US, adding that once this launches Ukrainians who present at land ports of entry without a valid visa or without pre-authorization to travel to the US may be denied entry." Source
• Information about the implementation of U4U in Mexico.

24/4 Setting Up New Arrivals for Success: ORR Expands Cash and Medical Assistance by Four Months — "When a refugee arrives to their state of destination in the U.S., they may be eligible for federal mainstream benefits in their state, such as cash assistance through Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and health insurance through Medicaid. 

However, if they are ineligible for these benefits, they may be eligible to receive RCA and RMA. While some may find a job quickly, with RCA, tackling the high costs of housing and living in the U.S. becomes more manageable. For those who might not find a job immediately, this allows them a longer period of time to learn English and receive any needed job training to help them join the workforce, ideally in a profession they had before they arrived in the U.S. With professional development, they can oftentimes earn a higher wage, which is better for their family and has ripple effects as they contribute more to their local economies and communities. Also, the longer eligibility period for RMA will allow individuals to address any medical or mental health issues—many have suffered trauma or torture before they resettled here."

Source

More Information: " DHS Uniting for Ukraine humanitarian parole program is now live for registration.  Eligible Ukrainians must have been residents of Ukraine since 02/11/2022; have a US sponsor; and complete vaccinations & rigorous background checks.

• DHS warns that Ukrainians should not travel to Mexico to enter the US without a valid visa or pre-authorization to travel through the Uniting For Ukraine program.
• Sponsors may file online here. 
• Note: USCIS is only accepting online filing. 
• Sponsors must be located in the US to file. 
• Ukrainians seeking parole through Uniting for Ukraine may not file form I-134 on their own behalf." Source

Nova Ukraine | Request Help for Ukrainian Refugee in the US

They are collecting available resources and will connect you with people willing to help.

Welcome.US | Ukraine Hub: learn how citizens can help Ukrainian families newly arriving to the US.

Lawyers for Good Government: "We will be providing free legal assistance to Ukrainian Nationals seeking Temporary Protected Status (TPS). Please fill out this form to join our list of people to be notified when Ukrainians are allowed to prepare and submit TPS applications."

( Facebook)( Twitter)

• 21/4 "If you have been living in America since April 11, you may be eligible for Temporary Protected Status (TPS). We @lawyers4goodgov can provide a FREE attorney to help you apply." Source
• Sign up HERE.

Humanitarian Casework Assistance from CA Senator Padilla's Office: "If you or your immediate family have been affected by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and need humanitarian assistance, complete this form." (See above link for instructions.) Questions: casework_padilla@padilla.senate.gov

US AID | Resources For Refugees And Asylum-Seekers

20. Translators & Communication

• Ukraine MES offers a list of mobile applications for learning foreign languages, which are free for Ukrainians impacted by the war.

• Translators Without Borders 'Ukraine Conflict Appeal' button at the top of their home page: "Translators without Borders is a global community of over 80,000 members helping people get vital information and be heard, whatever language they speak." ( Facebook) ( Twitter)

• Tarjimly: "Tarjimly means “translate for me.” Our mission is to improve the lives of refugees and the efficiency of humanitarian services by eliminating language barriers." Refugee Translation - Google App &  Refugee Translation App - Apple ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• Google Translate App: "Continuously translate speech in near real-time, allowing you to talk with someone who speaks a different language." "Speak, snap [pictures of signs or scan images of documents], write or type." 

• To translate a website or google doc into another language, you can copy/paste the link here, and choose which language you'd prefer. Google Chrome is another option. (Articles referred to in this doc that are in Ukrainian can easily be transcribed to English, if you'd like to read them.)

• Symbol set and resources for Augmentative and Alternative Communicación (AAC): "Bilingual communication boards with pictograms and text in Ukrainian: medical emergencies and treatments, clothing, daily needs."

Picture boards can be used for communicating with refugees from Ukraine who only speak Ukrainian or Russian; translated into many languages. 

• 🇬🇧 Angielski/English
• 🇨🇿 Czeski/Czech
• 🇩🇰 Duński/Danish
• 🇫🇷 Francuski/French
• 🇳🇱 Holenderski/Dutch
• 🇩🇪 Niemiecki/German
• 🇳🇴 Norweski/Norwegian
• 🇵🇱 Polski/Polish
• 🇵🇹 Portugalski/Portuguese
• 🇷🇺 Rosyjski/Russian
• 🇷🇴 Rumuński/Romanian
• 🇷🇸 Serbski/Serbian
• 🇸🇰 Słowacki/Slovak
• 🇭🇺 Węgierski/Hungarian
• 🇮🇹 Włoski/Italiano

"The pictographic symbols used are the property of the Government of Aragón (Spain) and have been created by Sergio Palao for ARASAAC ( http://www.arasaac.org)." Source

21. Ways To Help & Volunteers Needed

State Hotline to Offer Assistance

       ■    Calls from Ukraine: 0 800 202 600

       ■    Calls from other countries (can also.  

              be used for calls from Ukraine):   

               +380442370002

       ■    Telegram: @VolunteersHotlineBot

• Monitor the UN/WHO Website to learn who is currently active where & how you can get involved.

• "There are a few things that would-be disaster volunteers should stop and consider before getting on a plane." USAID CIDI

• "President Zelensky’s Office has launched a humanitarian aid website. The official website, Humanitarian Aid Portal, helps to find out how to send and whom to address humanitarian aid. The portal also provides contacts of foreign and Ukrainian humanitarian hubs."
• BBC | Five tips on being a refugee host family: "If you're thinking about signing up, here are some tips from people across the UK who have hosted refugees or asylum seekers in their own homes in the past."

• Be prepared for the mental impact.
• Find people who match your stage of life.
• Think about ground rules.
• Get the GP sorted early.
• Don't feel bad about saying no.

• Monito is a comparison search engine that shows the best ways to send money to Ukraine from the USA. The site only recommends regulated & secure companies. You can choose transfers to a bank, cash pickup or to a card. 

Additionally, many US financial institutions are waiving or refunding wire fees for money sent to Ukraine. Inquire at your bank.

• Donate unused air miles to Miles4Migrants: "Your unused frequent flyer miles and credit card points can help refugees and asylum-seekers, many of whom have been separated from their families for years, reunite with their loved ones and reach safe homes."

• "Volunteers are always welcome at World Central Kitchen in Przemysl, Poland — 8 miles from the major border crossing from Ukraine.  

If you want to come find lodging first, getting here is no problem. Sleeping nearby is a challenge. People are commuting 60-90 minutes by car or train. Try to find a spot in Przemysl.

You can fly into Warsaw (far), Krakow (not so far and easy by train in a few hours) or Rzeszow (closest).

The address here where we work is:

Bohaterów Getta 63

37-700 Przemysl, Poland

People show up around 8 am." Source

• UA Aid Centers: Verified aid collection centers and warehouses globally. You simply: "choose your country and see the addresses of verified centers that collect donations and transfer them to Ukraine." This site also has lists of needed items.

• Volunteer from anywhere: " SafeBow is looking for passionate people to join their team as researchers, case managers, admin support, mental health supports, and translators. If you can offer special skills – legal counsel, humanitarian or tactical experience, for example – reach out!"

• 🇺🇦 Ukraine: "We are always in need of drivers within Ukraine; medical supplies; safe housing; combat gear for our volunteers; access to cars and buses for rescue operations; and local contacts." Go to their site and click on "Offer Help."

• Help Ukraine Center: Humanitarian and medical aid for Ukraine. "Our Charity Fund is a joint initiative in Poland and Germany. We received a list of requirements from Territorial Defence Forces and from the Ministry of Health."

• Urgent needs: medicines, food rations, blankets, and other humanitarian assistance.
• Warehouse in Poland.
• Call-centre: PL +48 45 102 6042.
• Email: help@helpukraine.center

• "Musetech and cultural heritage professionals: you can volunteer for SUCHO (Save Ukraine Cultural Heritage Online) with your area/s of expertise. Knowledge of Russian or Ukrainian is not required. Sign up as a volunteer at this link." ( Article about this effort.)

• Fight Russian Disinformation— You can get involved! "This project will spread the truth and fight Putin’s active measures on social media.

• Ukraine Now: "We are a global decentralized effort to help Ukrainians and other nations deal with the humanitarian crisis and consequences of Russia's invasion.

• I'm a Volunteer: I want to help, whether you know how to or have ideas or not, everyone is welcome.
• I Can Host: You are abroad, and you can help Ukranians who crossed the border?"

• This Facebook Group is of Ukrainian Etsy shop owners who are still able to get money that way. Etsy has waived their fees and it is the only way they are supporting their families. This is a quick and easy way to get money to civilians.

• Related: " Kids from Ukraine are posting their drawings on Etsy, allowing others around the world to buy the art and send money directly to Ukrainian people." Many drawings illustrate peace in their country, in patriotic colors. Source

• " The Aerial Recovery Group team will be planning future missions and Impact Trips for volunteers to Ukraine to assist in providing long-term aid to its people. The team currently does not have any specific dates planned, but if you are interested in volunteering, please fill out this form to let us know your capabilities and willingness and we will reach out with opportunities. The team is looking for Veterans, medical professionals, and child specialists."

• Airbnb Refugee Housing: "Anyone with space available, from a private room to an entire home, can offer to temporarily house refugees through Airbnb.org. If you’re already a Host, you can opt into the program and make your listing available for free or at a discounted rate. If you’re new to Airbnb and want to host only for this cause, you can create a listing on Airbnb.org that will be free and available only to refugee guests."

• " Whistleblower Portal — Submit a whistleblower report on assets of persons related to the Russian aggression against Ukraine. 

"Everyone can submit information that will help in search, seizure, and confiscation of Russian assets." Source

• ' Hello Warrior ': "We decided to create an opportunity to thank our soldiers, greet them, virtually hug them, say some important words, send a picture or photo to support their fighting spirit and remind them that we know they are our reliable defenders who create a new future for the country."
• English(<- you can choose other languages from the link) 
• We suggest using google translate to transcribe your message and copy/pasting it into the message box on the Ukrainian site (link above) & sending from there.

• "Take political action to condemn the ongoing Russian war of annihilation in Ukraine. Call on your political representative in your own home districts and states to put an end to the war as soon as possible to prevent further destruction of Ukrainian infrastructure and the violent injury of soldiers and civilians.

• In the US: Support Ukraine: Write to your Reps in Congress
•  In UK, France, Spain, Italy: Template letter to MPs
• In Canada: ​​ Write to your MP! Ukraine needs Canada’s help NOW!" Source

• Google Business Profiles new emergency help attributes for Ukraine support (Google also added hotel attributes to define if your hotel offers support to those displaced from Ukraine.)

• "Google Business Profiles is rolling out a new business attribute under a new category called “emergency help” where you can say if your business or organization accepts donations, employs refugees, needs volunteers or offers free products or services."

• Lovecrafts | Patterns to support Ukraine: "Many of our independent designers have kindly donated their [crochet/knit] patterns to help raise money for Ukraine. 100% of the sales will go directly to Choose Love, helping to provide vital aid and services to those still in and fleeing Ukraine. [When you] buy a pattern your money will help Choose Love to give emergency medical care, food, shelter, clothes, legal support, support for the LGBTQIA+ community and mental health support."

~Helping Initiatives By Country 

• 🇪🇺 Europe: "The NGO ‘Refugees Welcome International’ is part of a Europe-wide initiative providing long-term housing for Ukrainian refugees. If you are able to offer housing in any way shape or form, please take the time to register with us." Source

• 🇦🇹 How to help Ukraine from Austria .

• 🇧🇪 Help Ukraine From Belgium

• 🇩🇪 How to help in Berlin .

• 🇨🇦 Canada: How do I find a refugee to sponsor?

• 🇨🇿 Ways to help from the Czech Republic .

• 🇫🇷 France: War in Ukraine: how to help Ukrainians from France?

• 🇬🇷 Greece: "Public and private agencies, individuals and NGOs may sign up as to the kind of help they can offer to Ukrainian refugees here."

• 🇵🇱 Poland: Check the government site for what help is needed, here.

• 🇵🇱 Poland: Slava Ukraini

"If you can help in any way: post your offer on our platform. It will be translated into Ukrainian and directly reach people looking for help. Remember: any form of help is needed. Accommodation, food, clothing, medical and legal assistance."

• 🇸🇰 Slovakia Kto pomôže Ukrajine: "If you want to help by offering accommodation, transport, material, psychological support, other forms of care (education, child care, legal aid), register in the questionnaire."

• 🇪🇸 Spain: How Can I Offer My Home In Spain To Refugees Fleeing War In Ukraine? "The scheme is through the Ministry and La Caixa Foundation so if you live within the provinces of Madrid, Barcelona, Murica or Malaga and want to offer accommodation through this scheme you can look at the website HERE, call 900 67 09 09 or fill out the application form HERE." Source

• 🇺🇦 Ukrainian Activism Initiative: "If you have not joined the Euromaidan SOS initiative yet but you have the time and desire to help, we ask you to fill [in] the google-form. Only due to the effort of our volunteers we are able to manage several undertakings:

• the work of mobile groups at place where war crimes were committed  to verify all the data;
• pushing through the changes for the new government law to harmonized the Criminal Law with the international humanitarian and criminal legal system;
• the preparation of 50-pages submission with our collected evidence from victims of war crimes to Bureau of OSCE;
• direct consulting and answering different questions through permanent call-center together with Belorussian colleagues;
• the preparation and sharing of the memo for the victims of sexual violence among the legal representatives in the country and abroad;" and much more! See above link.

• 🇺🇦 Kyiv Humanitarian Headquarters: 

"We are looking for drivers and (or) cars to establish logistics for the Humanitarian Headquarters in Kyiv.

• Go to their site or fill out this  form.
• They're looking for volunteers as well. 

• 🇺🇦 Spivdiia | Humanitarian Aid: "We help with documents for international humanitarian transportation — Issuance of driver's licenses to cross borders within the framework of humanitarian aid flights to Ukraine."

• ALSO : "Collecting all resources that are helping [the] civil population." (Food, Clothes, Medical resources, Hygiene products, Mattresses, Household appliances & Other aid.)
• If you can help with: Food, Clothes, Medicine, Technical equipment, Transport, Volunteer, Financial, or Other; or if you can help deliver aid, please go here.

• 🇺🇦 "People from outside Kharkiv order pizza for people in Kharkiv in bomb shelters, hospitals, firefighters.

If you want to help: 

• Websiteor Instagram
• Credit card: 4441114456515749
• PayPal: veter_88@ukr.net" Source

• 🇬🇧 In the UK: "If you're in the UK and want to help Ukrainians both inside and leaving the country, visit the website of the Ukrainian Institute in London. They have excellent resources on what to do and where to safely donate."

• 🇬🇧 How to take in a Ukrainian refugee: Who can sponsor refugees under UK scheme and how to be a host : "Brits will be able to nominate a named Ukrainian individual or family to stay with them in their home, or offer a separate property for them to use rent-free.

People sponsoring refugees will be required to commit to the scheme for a min of six months, but are encouraged to keep up the offer for as long as they can." A £350/month payment if being offered.

The Homes for Ukraine website went live on Monday, March 14th. The new scheme will allow people to offer accommodation for fleeing Ukrainian refugees for up to a year.

• 🇺🇸 Ukrposhtahas resumed flights to the US and will deliver humanitarian aid back to Ukraine. (As of 3/7)

"In the United States, DNIPRO LLC acts as a consolidator and a freight agent to accept the cargo in its warehouse and to prepare it for transportation. Humanitarian goods are accepted at the following address in the USA: 645 West 1st Avenue, Roselle, NJ 07203.

For dimensional restrictions and additional information, please call +1 (908) 241-2190, +1 (888) 336-4776 or contact SaveUkraine@dniprollc.com. Medical supplies and food are accepted for transportation. All boxes must have an indication 'UkrPoshta Dnipro LLC / Humanitarian Aid.”' Source

• 🇺🇸 Hubs collecting humanitarian aid for Ukraine in the US: ( contact them for details on what is accepted & needed.)(See above for Dnipro US.)

• Nova Poshta

27 Merry Lane

East Hanover, NJ 07936

(973) 463-00-88

• Meest USA

600 Markley Street, Port Reading, NJ 07064

(732) 634-15-17

• 🇺🇸 Welcome.US | Ukraine Hub: learn how citizens can help Ukrainian families newly arriving in the US.

• 🇺🇸 US: 'Uniting for Ukraine' to be launched 25 April — The program will allow individual Americans & nonprofits to sponsor Ukrainian refugees, provided they can financially support them.

• 🇺🇸 " Family-to-Family is a charity that allows you to help a hungry refugee family. Right now the refugees are likely from other conflicts and crises, but as the US accepts Ukrainians, a good idea to help them when they arrive." Source

• 🇺🇸 US | NYS has launched a website of resources for Ukrainians and New Yorkers who want to help relief efforts.

• 🇺🇸 US | Sacramento Co, CA: Spring of Life Ukrainian Church in Orangevale is matching Ukrainian refugees with host families. See the link for how to participate.

• 🇺🇸 Texas Baptist Men - seeking volunteers for missions: "Would you like to serve Ukrainian refugees in Poland? We are filling teams now to serve for two weeks at a time." Source

• Also see: Ukrainian Baptists

• 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Wales: How you can help the people of Ukraine

22. Donations

• NBU | Fundraising Account for Humanitarian Assistance to Ukrainians Affected by Russia’s Aggression: "The account is meant for charity contributions from Ukraine and from abroad. The Ministry of Social Policy will channel the raised funds to support Ukraine’s citizens severely affected by the war."

• "Money transferred to this account will be used by the Ministry of Social Policy of Ukraine:

• to provide food and shelter for refugees and citizens that have been displaced due to military conflict;
• to provide clothing, shoes, and medicine for them;
• to buy staple goods for the population;
• to pay out one-off financial aid and to meet other essential needs of the population."

• CNBC | Here’s a list of the top-rated charities to help the Ukraine relief effort: "To make sure your money gets into the right hands, here is a list of highly rated nonprofits engaged in relief and recovery efforts in Ukraine and the surrounding areas."  This is an excellent list, organized by donation category/charity activity, that links directly to the Nonprofit Organization's 'Charity Navigator' profile - which shows you their rating.

~Charity Verification

• On the I.R.S. website, you can search to see if an organization is listed as a 501(c)3. Make sure the charity is an actual charity. (To claim your donation as a deduction, the organization must have this status.)

• Charity Navigator: When choosing a charity, look for one that spends less than 30% of its total costs on administration and fundraising expenses.
• Charity Navigator | Crisis in Ukraine

• Guidestar.org: You can learn more about the charity and their rating. A good rule of thumb is to stick with charities with a rating of 3 stars and above. 

• You can review complaints about charities at Give.org, the BBB Wise Giving Alliance.

• Search the charity register for the UK. *There are different registers for charities in Scotland and charities in Northern Ireland.

• We recommend that you check out the social pages of organizations you are thinking of donating to. Many smaller orgs post how they are using donations and provide some element of verification. Transparency is paramount. 

~Organizations On The Ground

• UNHCR Ukraine is providing protection, shelter, reception, cash assistance and more, while supporting government-led efforts to assist Ukrainians fleeing Ukraine. Additionally, they're working with partners to deliver food, aid, blankets and more to those still inside the country in some of the hardest hit areas. Source

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter) 

• Unicef USA is setting up 'Blue Dot' centers at points along transit routes - they're a one-stop shop, providing respite, guidance and psychosocial support - along with other services, to families fleeing. Unicef has also increased efforts from its field offices in: Kramatorsk, Mariupol, Luhansk and Donetsk; as well as working with its partners across the country. They're providing health, hygiene and education supplies, water as close as possible to communities impacted by the war. They're supporting mobile child protection teams providing psychosocial care to traumatized children, responding to cases of violence/abuse against children and assisting children separated from family. SourceDonate here. ( Facebook) ( Twitter) 

• International Committee of Red Cross - Ukraine (ICRC ua) '"Teams from the ICRC have been delivering medical supplies, food, water and hygiene material in Kyiv, Mariupol, Odessa, Donetsk, Luhansk, and many other places. But it's clear much more must be done to assist the skyrocketing number of people in need. That's why we are mobilizing more staff and supplies to Ukraine and neighbouring countries, to help people suffering from the effects of this conflict," said Martin Schüepp, ICRC's regional director for Europe and Central Asia." SourceDonate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter) 

• " World Food Program is planning to reach 3.15 million people affected by the conflict through cash-based transfers as well as in-kind food distributions. Also, WFP is preparing to assist 300,000 displaced Ukrainians in refugee hosting countries." They are on the ground providing critical food assistance for people fleeing the war. Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• " United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) remains on the ground (in Moldova) and is preparing to increase operational capacity to deliver life-saving sexual and reproductive health services and supplies. We are also working with neighbouring countries to respond to the immediate sexual and reproductive health needs of refugees including women and girls and vulnerable groups such as older persons.

Our priority now is to safeguard the health and rights of women and girls, including to give birth safely and to live free from violence and abuse." Video | 'Ukraine Crisis: UNFPA on the ground in Moldova'

Donate here. ( Facebook) ( Twitter)

• International Rescue Committee (IRC): "We're on the ground in Poland, working with our partners to provide critical information services as well as sleeping bags, medical supplies and other essentials to refugees from Ukraine who are crossing the border. In Ukraine, we are working to mobilize resources and connect with partners to provide lifesaving support to civilians forced to flee their homes amid growing violence."Donate here. ( Facebook )( Twitter)

• " IOM is on the ground, mobilizing teams and boosting capacity in Ukraine and neighboring countries to respond to the needs of Ukrainians forced to flee the country, those internally displaced, and stranded third country nationals." "IOM is screening and assessing potential vulnerabilities and risks, including for human trafficking, child protection, health and mental health, and the arrival of more vulnerable people with special needs, including elderly, wounded or sick people." Donate here. ( Facebook) ( Twitter) (IOM: International Organization for Migration)

• IFRC | Red Crescent Societies: "Volunteers and staff of the Red Cross are preparing to provide shelter, basic aid items, and medical supplies for displaced people. They are also ready to provide first aid and psychosocial support when needed." For more information, contact: +36 1 888 4500; Email: europe.region@ifrc.org

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter) 

(Ukrainian Red Cross: Facebook/Ukr  Facebook/Eng  Twitter)

• " Save The Children is providing children and families with immediate aid, such as food, water, hygiene kits, psychosocial support and cash assistance."

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is on the ground in Poland, Romania and Moldova. They provide information to those attempting to flee, via a hotline & email responses. They're now registering IDPs for cash dispersement - starting in the Ternopil region. They are establishing a supply chain from Poland and Romania to their emergency aid depots in western and central parts of Ukraine. They've been working in Ukraine, in the Donbas region since 2014 and have now switched over to emergency aid operations. 

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• "The International Medical Corps is on the front lines and prepared to help citizens with emergency health care services, as well as mental health and psychosocial support. The agency is also keeping the pandemic top of mind throughout the crisis by prioritizing COVID-19 awareness and prevention services, to help keep displaced citizens safe from the pandemic." Source

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• " SOS Children’s Villages is on the ground in Ukraine and surrounding countries, working tirelessly to keep children and families safe." They are working to ensure support for children and families directly by providing: emergency relief,

critical medical supplies, meals and clean water, psychotherapy support and quality education and resources for distance learning.

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• " Babyn Yar Holocaust Memorial Center and the charitable organization “Memory Foundation “Babyn Yar" are raising funds for humanitarian aid. They are on the ground in Ukraine providing:

• "Humanitarian aid for civilians: We provide urgently needed food, hot meals, and medicines to people with disabilities, elderly people, and mothers with small children."

• "Evacuation from the combat zones: We help with evacuation and housing in the western part of Ukraine and EU countries as well as repatriation to Israel. We provide help to Holocaust survivors, the Righteous, who saved Jews during World War II, and their families."

• "Cultural heritage protection:

We assist with the evacuation of archives and art collections. We also evacuate prominent Ukrainian cultural figures from the combat zones."

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• " Mercy Corps is on the ground in Ukraine, Romania, and Poland, working to meet the most urgent humanitarian needs in the region." "The organization anticipates providing emergency cash assistance and supporting local organizations that know their community needs best."

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• Samaritan's Purse is in the process of setting up a field hospital with two operating rooms on the outskirts of Lviv. "The field hospital is equipped with an operating room, an ICU, an emergency room, a pharmacy, and it has its own water and sanitation system. As many as 100 patients a day can be seen at this hospital." Donate here. ( Facebook) ( Twitter)

• " HIAShas a response team in Ukraine assessing ways it can assist Ukrainians — both Jews and others — as they cross into Poland and other neighboring countries." HIAS partners with Right to Protection (R2P), a charitable organisation based in Lviv. Their activities and contributions are too numerous to summarize here - please see the link.

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• The Salvation Army | Ukraine Appeal

"In Ukraine, the group is helping people with food, clothes, blankets, and emotional and spiritual support. They are currently intensifying their efforts in Lviv, and the border with Poland, providing refugees with sandwiches, hot meals, water, and other food and non-food items. The group is also working in Ukraine’s neighboring countries Romania, Moldova, Poland, and Slovakia helping arriving refugees." Source

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• " OutRight Action International is helping to support LGBTQ+ groups and organizations on the ground, setting up shelters and providing safety for citizens. All donations made to OutRight will go directly to the cause." Source

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• " Project Hope is on the ground responding to the Ukraine crisis and is actively shipping essential medicines and medical supplies to assist Ukrainians. They are coordinating with local organizations in Ukraine (Lviv & Kyiv, primarily), Poland, Moldova and Romania to provide support inside Ukraine as well as in the surrounding countries." Additionally, they're providing personal hygiene kits,health kits, women's dignity kits and infant care kits. Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter) 

• Team Rubicon responded to The WHO's request for verified EMTs to help displaced Ukrainians - they sent an initial team of Greyshirts to Poland. Additional teams will be sent to Moldova, Romania, Hungary, and Slovakia. They continue to assess the situation and will update further. Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• Team Humanity: "We are on the ground at the border of the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine, providing women and children with life-saving essentials that they need. In addition to assisting at the border, we are organizing the evacuation of women, children, and the elderly. We initiated a plan to purchase buses to enter Ukraine safely and evacuate families and children left behind." Recently, in partnership with WCK, they have established and are operating a kitchen in Chișinău to deliver daily hot meals to refugees crossing the border to Moldova. 

Donate here. ( Facebook)

• Global Empowerment Mission is assisting Ukraine refugees in Poland, Hungary, Romania and Moldova to move on as quickly as possible to other locations they desire. They are assisting with resources in the evacuation zones as well. 

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

22/4 Update on GEM's Ukraine mission and assistance with refugee evacuation & relocation. Source

• World Central Kitchen: "Working at a 24-hour pedestrian border crossing in southern Poland, WCK began serving hot, nourishing meals within hours of the initial invasion and are now set up at eight border crossings across the country. Additionally, we are supporting local restaurants preparing meals in eight Ukrainian cities including in Odessa, Lviv, and Kyiv [and Kharkiv]. WCK teams are also on the ground in Romania, Moldova, Hungary, and arriving soon to Slovakia to see how we can best support." 

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

9 Mar Update: "We are now delivering meals to 50 locations in Lviv alone…2 warehouses up and running. Trucks filled with food headed to Odessa…Kharkiv… more. As @natemook says, hoping things become more peaceful, but we @WCKitchen are ready…" Source

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• Convoy of Hope is on the ground in Poland, where they've acquired a warehouse for a full-scale response. They are feeding, sheltering, and providing for the people directly affected by the war. Source

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• " World Vision staff are supporting refugees in Romania with essential aid, including emergency food assistance packages and educational and psychological support [and hygiene kits as well as two child play areas and heaters for mother-and- child rest stations]. We’re also working with partners to support refugees in Moldova and displaced families in Ukraine, and through our staff in Georgia, where thousands of visiting Ukrainians were stranded when the conflict began."

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• " CrowdSource Rescuelaunched a search-and-rescue mission to Ukraine, to help aid in evacuations, medical care, and relief distribution during the Russian invasion."

Their primary objectives are to:

• "Assist local volunteers and local NGOs with humanitarian response efforts in the Kyiv and Southwestern Ukraine regions.
• Deliver medical equipment and aid, as requested by local Ukrainian hospitals or NGOs.
• Evacuate affected populations, with a particular focus towards people with disabilities."

They are in need of both financial and in-kind (i.e. physical item) 

donations. 

Donate financially here or see in-kind donations needed lists here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• " Third Wave Volunteers nurses have joined with Exitus who have been extracting and aiding vulnerable and exploited orphans from Ukraine since 2014 with a great track record and system in place." They are on the ground in Romania with the mission of getting special needs orphans out who have US adoptive parents awaiting them - to get them to US hospitals. 

"Most of the children are medically fragile experiencing withdrawal sysmptoms, trauma from physical, mental and sexual abuse- most have feeding tubes, need meds every 2 hours and need to be carried." SourceDonate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter) ( Facebook Group)

• " Americares has an emergency response team in Poland to support health services for families affected by the war..Americares has sent 3 tons of critical medicine and medical supplies to an organization inside Ukraine. "Staffed by physicians, nurses and other medical professionals, our medical teams provide primary care services, emergency treatment for injuries, as well as mental health and psychosocial support services to help survivors cope with stress and trauma."Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• " Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is sending staff and resources to support local Caritas partners in Ukraine, Romania, Moldova and Poland to address the growing needs.  

The Church's initial support of displaced families includes, but is not limited to: 

• Food distributions: Support with reception centers at Caritas offices, train stations, and transit hubs.
• Transportation services: Support with evacuation centers, which provide shelter, food and counseling services for displaced families.
• Evacuation of vulnerable children from conflict areas to centers in safe zones." 

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• MSF Canada | Doctors Without Borders is sending medical supplies and medical response teams to Kyiv and East Ukraine. 

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• Doctors of the World: Midwives and psychologists are providing online consultations; an emergency team is at the EU border with Ukraine; have provided surgical equipment and supplies to 3 hospitals; and are obtaining medical supplies for health facilities in Ukraine. 

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter) Source

• " Mercy Chefs has deployed to provide immediate food relief for Ukrainians crossing the border into Romania and for those running out of supplies in Ukraine. We are mobilizing emergency relief food distribution from a warehouse space along the border and across the border into areas of great need. Our team will be assessing long-term needs and opportunities in hopes of providing continued relief by establishing a field kitchen to begin providing hot meals in the coming weeks and months." Ukraine Mission. 

Donate here or via PayPal. ( Facebook)( Twitter) 

You can follow Mercy Chef's updates, here. 3/11 "Chef Jon is on the ground in Romania with an update on Mercy Chefs food and resource supply lines into Ukraine."

• " Voices of Children is providing non-stop assistance to affected children and families from all over the country - providing emergency psychological assistance, and assisting in the evacuation process." Email: info@voices.org.ua // Phone: +380 (95) 785 60 69

Donate here. ( Facebook)

• People In Need (an Austrian org) has organized aid deliveries of durable food, basic hygiene kits, medical supplies, and other necessities."They're also building facilities for refugees, providing food, hygiene supplies, and psychosocial assistance, mainly on the border with Slovakia. At the crossings with Moldova and Romania, they're financially supporting and coordinating local NGOs that help refugees." People In Need is a partner organization of CARE.org.

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• You can donate to Care here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• COWF | Children of War Foundationhas sent surgical supplies & equipment and has a pediatric cardiac surgery team on the ground in Ukraine, performing life saving surgeries. Donations of supplies and money are needed. 

For monetary donations, go here. 

To donate supplies, please contact: Intern@cowf.org. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• Revived Soldiers Ukraine "We are now working around the clock to deliver medical equipment & supplies, arrange humanitarian aid, and provide medical treatment to injured Ukrainians."

Donate here. ( Facebook)

• Hospitallers.lifedefines their objectives as:

• "Helping the wounded on the battlefield
• Assistance in the rehabilitation of the wounded
• Evacuation of the wounded to hospitals
• Delivery of the dead in the country to the place of burial

Members of the organization are volunteers who, at the risk of themselves, provide first aid on the contact line."

Donate here. ( Facebook)

• " Plan International’s response to the crisis in Ukraine is focused on refugee children and their families in Poland, Moldova and Romania, includes work in the areas of protection, psychosocial support, emergency education and meeting basic needs for children and families that fled their homes with little more than the clothes on their backs." (This org's focus is helping girls, specifically.)

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• Mriya Aid organizes and delivers aid to the frontlines of the war in Ukraine. They have boots on the ground in Poland & Romania. Their goals are: 

• "Delivery of non-lethal Military Aid to frontline defenders;
• delivery of medical supplies to support frontline defenders and those impacted by war;
• collaboration with partner organizations to assist with evacuation and immigration efforts."
• Individuals & organizations may request aid.

Donate here. ( Twitter)

• Everybody Can Uaprovides funding to help children with disabilities to receive necessary medical care; to provide targeted and socio-psychological assistance to elderly women with disabilities; and to purchase medical equipment, supplies & pay for repair of equipment for Ukrainian hospitals.

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Instagram)

• Lifesong For Orphans— "Our team has 10 vehicles operating for both evacuation and relief supplies delivery. Specifically, our team is focusing on high-risk people first, such as crisis families, single mothers with children, and those with special needs [in Ukraine]." "In Poland, between two camps and integration centers, our team has directly impacted 2,000 people. And through our network of church partnerships, over 10,000 people have been impacted."

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• " Hillel International has launched a fund to help get supplies to its employees and other Jewish refugees gathering in countries such as Germany and Poland. The group is also working to convert Hillel spaces across the region into temporary housing for Jewish students and others displaced by the conflict, with bathrooms, showers, blankets, pillows and mattresses."

"The Hillel International Emergency Relief Fund will work hand-in-hand with trusted, highly skilled relief organizations on the ground, including the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, Jewish Agency for Israel, and Jewish Federations of North America to ensure the critical, lifesaving needs of the entire Jewish community are met." Source

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• Good Bread — "This bakery in Kyiv employs people with mental disabilities and is distributing bread for free to Ukrainian soldiers, police, hospital patients and the elderly. This Sunday it's Easter in Ukraine and they'll be baking Easter cakes - pasky." Source

Donate via PayPal.

—Animal Organizations

• Paws of War — "We now have teams in Ukraine feeding the desperate and starving animals that were left behind. We have convoys of supplies going into some of the hardest hit areas. Our teams are setting up feeding stations and providing shelter to these helpless animals."

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• Ukrainian Equestrian Federation Charity Foundation (Newly formed, by the Ukrainian Equestrian Federation, with the goal of getting feed and supplies to the equines in Ukraine.) "The charity aims to help horse owners, riding schools, athletes, equestrian clubs, stables and professionals. It will also provide counselling and needs-based assistance on the ground, including the relocation of horses, and gathering and distributing goods for equestrians and their horses both in Ukraine and in their temporary locations in Europe.

Parkhomchuk is taking a horse truck with “humanitarian cargo” to Ukraine and will evacuate several horses to Poland on his return trip. He is also negotiating the organisation of a logistical hub for humanitarian aid and as a pick up place for evacuated horses." Source

To donate: you can purchase feed/hay from shops listed here, and follow their instructions.  ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• Sirius: This shelter focuses on caring for homeless animals in Kyiv and nearby suburbs. They care for more than 3000 animals per day. 

Donate here. ( Facebook) 

• Learn more about the Kyiv shelter in a short YouTube video, here.

• Casa lui Patrocle: "Volunteers for the Romanian nonprofit are at the border to make sure that families entering the country don’t have to leave their pets behind, the Dodo.com reported. Volunteers are helping to find housing, shelter and veterinary assistance for animals in need of help — regardless of species." Source

Donate here.  ( Facebook)( Instagram)

• IFAW | International Fund for Aminal Welfare: Main border crossing near Medyka, Poland: "Our teams have assumed management of the only animal service station there—a large blue tent—helping the hundreds of animals arriving." "...trained IFAW responders, veterinarians and local volunteers rotate in 12-hour shifts to provide 24/7 access to pet food, triage veterinary care and supplies for refugees with their pets."

Przemyśl train station:  "...two IFAW-supported veterinarians from Ukraine working alongside Polish veterinarians operating the animal border control. In 24-hour shifts, the veterinarians assess the animals’ health, provide vaccinations and microchipping, and help with the paperwork required to ensure pets can travel into Poland and other EU countries. The owners are also provided with items such as carriers, leashes, harnesses and muzzles, and pet food to bring with them on their journey."

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• Four Paws — "Our team in Sofia ( Bulgaria), together with our partners Animal Society in Bucharest ( Romania) and Doctor Vet in Chișinău ( Moldova) offer immediate support for free. Vaccinations, microchipping, medical treatments, and food are the most important things that are being taken care of for the next few days and weeks to come."

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• British Equestrians for Ukraine Fund (via World Horse Welfare) — "We are raising funds on behalf of British Equestrian & the UK’s equine sector to provide emergency support for the equines, and their owners and carers, affected by the devastation of the [war] in Ukraine. We will be working initially with local partners, including the Ukraine and Polish Equestrian Federations, and with other partners as the situation progresses. Any unused funds will be donated to the Foundation of the Ukraine Equestrian Federation."

"The food, forage and bedding in our nine-truck convoy sent to Poland at the end of March has now been distributed throughout Ukraine via an established supply chain, to key locations where it’s most needed." Read an update post on their activities here.

Donate here. ( Facebook)

~Vetted Organizations To Donate To

• 🇺🇦 Official crypto wallets of Ukraine

• 🇺🇦 " National Bank has opened a current account with the Ministry of Social Policy of Ukraine for humanitarian purposes. The funds received on this account will be directed [toward]:

• meeting the food needs and accommodation of refugees and citizens who have left their place of residence in connection with the hostilities;
• providing them with clothes and shoes, providing medicines and medicines;
• providing the population with basic necessities,providing one-time financial assistance, meeting other priority needs of human life."

For donation information, go here.

• 🇺🇸 " Human Rights Watchhas verified and assessed hundreds of videos and photographs so far and is ensuring that all of it is being carefully logged and archived." HRW will assist in ensuring the adequate preservation of evidence documenting war crimes perpetrated against Ukraine and her citizens by the Russian aggressors.

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• 🇺🇸 Nova Ukraineis helping in a number of ways. They include:

• "Directing evacuation requests from citizens in cities being affected most such as Kharkiv, Mykolayiv and Kyiv;

• Building a network of volunteers in Ukraine, Europe, and the US to provide and share vital resources to refugees such as available housing, online health services and humanitarian support at the border;

• Providing assistance via email and a dedicated hotline to affected civilians seeking helpHelping to secure legal assistance for refugees when they arrive in the US;

• Funding local Ukrainian partners and organizations who are able to deliver immediate assistance to those in need by providing food, hygiene items, medical supplies, evacuation transport, etc.);

• Preparing to welcome refugees in the US by building a network of lawyers who will be able to provide legal assistance, sourcing information on how to find shelter, and assembling essential items such as clothes and food."

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• 🇺🇦 Come Back Alive - Save Lives In Ukraine: "Our organization does not use funds for purchasing arms. Our mission is limited to supplying technology, trainings, and accouterments to help save lives of Ukrainians and help our warriors defend Ukraine." 

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• 🇺🇦 Fight for Right is supporting people with disabilities and assisting in evacuations from Ukraine. You can support them via their Go Fund Me. ( Facebook)( Twitter) (🇺🇸 The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategiesendorses and is in full support of this organization's humanitarian efforts.)

• 🇳🇱 "The Mukwege Foundationis in direct contact with activists and survivors in Ukraine ( SEMA Ukraine Network) who have been sharing their needs with us every day since the Russian invasion.

• Some of them need to leave for their safety and that of their children: your donation can help them pay for gasoline.

• Some of them had their houses destroyed by shelling: your donation can provide them with a safe shelter to rest.

• Many suffered from trauma due to their past: your donation can help fund psychosocial support.

• All of them are scared for the future of their children: your donation can help bring them to a safe place."

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• 🇺🇸 " Matthew 25 Ministries is shipping relief supplies to Ukraine for distribution to people affected by the invasion. We are working with partners to provide items such as personal care supplies, paper products & clothing." Source

They have requested specific donations here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• 🇺🇸 " Direct Relief is working directly with Ukraine’s Ministry of Health and other on-the-ground partners to provide urgently needed medical aid, including emergency response packs intended for first responders, oxygen concentrators, critical care medicines, and much more." 

Donate here (choose "Ukraine Crisis")

( Facebook)( Twitter)

• 🇺🇸 " Afya Disaster Response Hub has been preparing wound care, surgical equipment, and biomedical equipment to be shipped. We are partnering with several groups to gather supplies and coordinate shipments." 

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• 🇺🇸 Sunflower of Peace is assembling first aid medical tactical backpacks for paramedics and doctors on the front lines. 

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• 🇺🇸 Razom For Ukraine: "The current emergency response is focused on purchasing medical supplies for critical situations like blood loss and other tactical medicine items." They've also sent humanitarian aid that partners on the ground are warehousing and delivering to those in need. 

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• 🇺🇸 United Help Ukraine is based in the DC area and has a warehouse in Delaware. They are sending medical supplies and personal protective gear to Ukraine. To date, they've shipped 33 tons of humanitarian aid. They also maintain support of wounded veterans in Ukraine.

Donate here. ( Facebook) (Twitter)

• 🇺🇸 Women For Women International: "Crisis and displacement put women at increased risk of sexual and physical violence, trafficking and abuse. 

We are hearing reports of this in Ukraine and we are compelled to act.

Help us meet the needs of women impacted by the crisis in Ukraine." — via their Crisis Response Fund and through supporting partners on the ground. Source

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• 🇬🇧 " Amna (formerly: Refugee Trauma Initiative) specialises in supporting the psychosocial wellbeing of refugees and other displaced communities. We help communities manage the insecurity, stress, and trauma that comes from conflict and forced displacement."

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• 🇬🇧 The Bearr Trust: "The money will go to local charities in Ukraine and Moldova who are already partners in our work to improve the health and social welfare of vulnerable people. They will be able to use it quickly to provide food, shelter, clothing, medicine and specialised transport for elderly or disabled people who are in Ukraine or who are now refugees in Moldova and who find it difficult to look after themselves." 

"A partner organisation in southern Ukraine is providing essential supplies for displaced persons and for women and children taking refuge in bomb shelters.  This support is vital for families who have lost their regular income because of the war." Another purchased mattresses & bedding for shelters in Moldova. 

Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• 🇺🇸 " Direct Help for Ukraine is run by American volunteers who hail from former Soviet republics." 

"We have direct connections with Ukrainian authorities, and get real-time updates on the supplies that are most needed on-the-ground. We continually monitor and update our Amazon Wishlist to reflect these needs. When you purchase an item, it’s delivered to our team of volunteers who immediately sort, organize, and package it for delivery to Ukraine. Within days, your donation arrives in Poland via our freight partner, Nova Poshta Global, and is trucked into hotspots in Ukraine for immediate distribution." To donate, click on the link to their Amazon Wishlist, above. (*This group has been heavily vetted, as they are new.) 

• 🇺🇸 " Greater Good Charities is in contact with humanitarian and animal welfare partners on the ground responding to the immediate needs of the people and pets of Ukraine. We're providing funding to help distribute nourishing meals at border crossings for refugees and at shelters and camps for those who remain in the country.

Greater Good Charities’ funding is also helping to support people and pet evacuations from Chernihiv and northern Kyiv regions, food, and other supplies for residents not evacuating, and additional sheltering for pets outside the region until they can be reunited with their families." Donate here. ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• 🇨🇦 Help Us Helphas a number of humanitarian initiatives underway. You can learn more about any of the following at the above link:

• First Responder Medical Support: Direct delivery of individual first aid kits (IFAKS) & associated medical supplies.
• Mental Health Hub Expansion: "6-10 psychologists to provide mental health support in various relocation centres across Ukraine."
• Relocation Support, Humanitarian Aid and Anti-Human Trafficking Awareness. 

Donate here. ( Facebook)

—Animal-Related Organizations

• 🇺🇸 Fleet of Angels to provide funds for emergency transport and feed for the horses still in Ukraine and aftercare for those who reach safe havens in NATO countries. 

Donate here. ( Facebook)

• 🇨🇦 Animal Food Bank set up a separate bank account for holding, and disbursing funds to orgs helping pets in & around Ukraine. 

Donate here — Please note “Ukraine” in the comments of your donation. ( Facebook)

• 🇨🇦 " Veterinarians Without Borders is urgently raising funds to support shelter friends in Ukraine, including bordering countries where the need is great, as people flee with their animals. Monitoring the situation, and planning for any subsequent interventions where we can stage further assistance." Partners on the ground are delivering pet food and medications to shelters. Source

Donate here. ( Facebook) ( Twitter)

23. Staying Updated

• Ukraine | Relief Web: 

• OCHA Situation Reports

• OCHA Snapshots (Infographic)

• OCHA Reference Maps

• OHCHR Ukraine Civilian Casualties / Украина: потери среди гражданских лиц/Україна: втрати серед цивільних осіб

• OCHA/HDX Ukraine Data Explorer: Ukraine

( Source)(* Ukraine | OCHA: United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs)

• US Department of State | Latest Ukraine Updates

• United with Ukraine

• Atlantic Council | Ukraine Alert

( Facebook)( Twitter)

• Media Initiative For Human Rights

( Facebook)( Twitter)( Telegram)

• Ukraine DAO| @Cecilie & @cryptodrftng have curated comprehensive lists of reliable sources of information from verified and credible sources. The lists include journalists, reporters, live maps & monitors, military experts, independent / media outlets, government officials and others to follow via social media platforms. 

• Telegram & Facebook - Info Resources

• Twitter Info Resources - Russian Invasion

• Army Inform | Russia's War Against Ukraine: Chronicles of Defense of The Country— Daily updates on the activities of the army and on the status of the war. (*26/4 — The website is currently disabled.)

( Twitter)( Telegram)( YouTube)

• Monitor the UN/WHO Website to learn which organizations are currently active where and how you can get involved.

~Journalism & Media

• Kyiv Independent ( Facebook)( Twitter)( Telegram)

• Euromaidan Press ( Facebook)( Twitter)

• Unian

( Facebook)( Twitter - Eng) ( Telegram)

• Ukrayinska Pravda ( Facebook)( Twitter)( Telegram)

• SPRAVDI (Ukr)

( Facebook)( Telegram)

• UkraineWorld

( Facebook)( Twitter)

• Meduza ( Facebook)( Twitter)( Telegram)

• Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty ( Facebook)( Twitter)( Telegram)

• Der Spiegel International

(requires free registration)

( Facebook)( Twitter)( Telegram)

• BBC | Ukraine

( Facebook)( Twitter) ( Telegram)

• The Guardian | Russian Ukraine War – Live Feed

( Facebook)( Twitter)

• Aljazeera | The Ukraine War

( Facebook)( Twitter)( Telegram)

• I've found this source to be credible and useful for english-only speakers, Twitter | Now in Ukraine. ~ Jenn

• "We serve local news on war from verified sources not available in English. We translate them and provide real-time updates to the international press."

~Maps & Situational Awareness

• Institute for the Study of War (They release an update with a map, at least once daily, entitled: 'Assessed Control of Terrain in Ukraine and Main Russian Maneuver Axes.' You'll also find other detailed information on their website.) ( Facebook) ( Twitter)

• Twitter | British Defense Intelligence 

• They release daily situational awareness maps & intelligence updates.
• They post the information to their Facebook Pageas well.

• Mine Map | Interactive Map Displaying Places of Detection of Explosive Objects & Dangerous Areas — "This map shows the places where explosive devices have already been detected or are likely to be found, and the degree of threat from them according to the information available in the SES (localization error is up to 30 m). We recommend using information from the interactive map when visiting places where hostilities took place."

• " The Russia-Ukraine Monitor Map is a crowdsourced effort by the Centre for Information Resilience (CIR), Bellingcat, Mnemonic and the Conflict Intelligence Team, and the wider open source community to map, document and verify significant incidents during the conflict in Ukraine." (Situational Awareness) Source

• Related: A collaborative map to compile verified videos of the war.

• Bellingcat | Interactive TimeMap | Incidents of Civilian Harm in Ukraine

• "This map plots out and highlights incidents that have resulted in potential civilian impact or harm since Russia began its invasion of Ukraine." (On 24 Feb, 2022)
• This map is not yet supported on mobile devices. (18/4)
• Bellingcat: ( Facebook) ( Twitter)( Discord Chat)

• Liveuamap (Situational Awareness) ( Facebook)( Twitter)( Telegram) ( Instagram)

• Ukraine Control Map | Conflict Areas Continuously updated, interactive map, maintained by Project Owl OSINT. The map displays information for: dangerous areas (road blocks, minefields, RU checkpoints), damaged/destroyed infrastructure, flooded areas, power station status, areas of active fighting, RU naval forces & more.

~Podcasts

• NPR | State of Ukraine— Podcast "With reporters on the ground, conversations with politicians and officials, and breakdowns of what's going on, we'll bring you everything you need to know about the Russian invasion of Ukraine, multiple times a day. We'll discuss the conflict's past, its possible futures, and what each new development means for the rest of the world."

• Russia-Ukraine war recap: What happened today — Daily recap of key events.

24. Fact-checking & Verifying 

• Fact-Checking / Media Literacy Hub— created by @Ukraine_DAO & @Cryptodrftng. This is a very well-written primer, with resources specific to the current information war.

• "Misinformation vs Disinformation: How Do They Differ?
• What is the difference between propaganda and government-led disinformation?
• Russia’s deep history with disinformation
• Debunking disinformation and propaganda

• Tips regarding detection, deep fakes, and fabricated media:
• Tips and further information 
• How to share responsibly."

• A New Fact-bot Has Appeared In Ukraine: how it works: "The Center for Counteracting Disinformation at the National Security & Defense Council of Ukraine — new fact-check bot called CHECK."

• "It is very easy to recognize fakes with the help of a fact check bot. Submit the information you want to authenticate.
• Your link immediately goes to a team that can quickly scan large amounts of information using artificial intelligence.
• Just send the bot news, get an answer in a few minutes.
• Try it [here]: @perevir_bot." 

• " UkraineFacts.Org, [is] a public website updated by journalists from 74 news organisations in 70 countries, representing professional fact-checking initiatives, where readers can find any claims that have already been debunked."

• Verified signatories of the IFCN code of principles: credible fact-checking organizations from around the world. (*IFCN: International Fact-checking Network)

• AFP Fact Check | Europe

• If you'd like to learn more,  they offer a free, 10-part video training series.

• Social Media Search and Account Analysis: A comprehensive list of tools & resources. Created by Craig Silverman from BuzzFeed News.

• Google | Fact Check Explorer: keyword search to find fact-checks for a person or topic.

• GIJN | Four Quick Ways to Verify Images on a Smartphone

• Video verification tools/sites:

• TinEye
• Google Reverse Image Search
• InVid
• Amnesty Video Verification
• Trulymedia
• Redfin
• RevEye
• Exiftool
• Google Lens
• Yandex - Bellingcat highly recommends using Yandex for Western European and former Soviet Union countries. For detailed information, see: Guide To Using Reverse Image Search For Investigations.

• PBS | How to spot fake or misleading footage on social media claiming to be from the Ukraine war - article with links to recommended sites to use.

• 15 Tips for Investigating War Crimes in Ukraine and Beyond — by: Global Investigative Journalism Network

( This is very well done!)

~Mis, Dis & Mal Information

Verify facts before you share information online.

"In the midst of ongoing [war], misinformation & disinformation can easily spread, resulting in people being left uninformed, unprotected & can put lives at risk." Source

• The Center for Combating Disinformation

• EU Disinfo Lab: Ukraine Conflict Resource Hub

• Newsguard | Russia-Ukraine Disinformation Tracking Center —

170+ Websites Spreading War Disinformation And The Top Myths They Publish

• Fight Russian Disinformation— You can get involved! "This project will spread the truth and fight Putin’s active measures on social media."

• Harvard’s Shorenstein Center | Telegram 101 For Journalists — "As Russia’s war on Ukraine escalates, Telegram continues to be an increasingly vital source of news for people in Ukraine & Russia. It is also a place where journalists and information researchers must pay attention in order to track information operations, the information ecosystem, and the dissemination of misinformation & disinformation."

• Crash Course: Experts provide information on the history, structure & research potential of Telegram. They offer demonstrations & tips for using Telegram in reporting.

~Avoiding Scams

• How Crypto Scammers are targeting Ukrainian Donation Campaigns

■  "How to avoid such scams:

• Don't trust random social media accounts and random websites.

• Always use the official donation address listed on official Ukrainian government websites or legitimate charity websites.

• Don't trust screenshots and QR codes screenshots. They could be easily forged or altered.

• Always verify that the social media account asking for a donation is the legitimate account for the said organization." Source

• Bolster Labs | CheckPhish: "Free scanner to detect phishing & fraudulent sites in real-time."

25. Talking With Children About War

• " How Do You Talk To Children About War? Duke mental health experts offer tips for tough conversations about Ukraine."

"If you’re planning to discuss the war with a child, here are some tips Gurwitch offers:

• Ask what they are hearing;
• Check in on how they feel; ( validate their feelings - "it's okay to feel…" "Sometimes, I feel ___, too.")
• Monitor media exposure, including social media;
• Look for signs of stress;
• Get involved." (Ask your child if they'd like to find a way to support Ukraine and make it a family endeavor! Aside from the values this can help develop, it can also help your child to feel empowered.)

• National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) Children may have questions about the war in Ukraine - NCTSN created a resource to help have those discussions with children.

Resource: "Offers information for caregivers on how to talk to children about war. This fact sheet includes the potential impact and considerations when talking to children about war, how to start the conversation, understanding media coverage, and how to foster resilience." Download here.

( Facebook)( Twitter)

• APA | Talking to kids about the war in Ukraine: "Psychologists offer strategies for discussing the conflict in age-appropriate ways with children and teens." (*APA: American Psychological Association)

• AACAP | Terrorism and War: How to Talk to Children— "War and terrorism are not easy for anyone to comprehend or accept. Many young children feel confused, upset, and anxious. Parents, teachers, and caring adults can help by listening and responding in an honest, consistent, and supportive manner. Most children, even those exposed to trauma, are quite resilient. Like most adults, they can and do get through difficult times and go on with their lives. By creating an open environment where they feel free to ask questions, parents can help them cope and reduce the possibility of emotional difficulties." (*AACAP: American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry) ( This is an excellent resource! ~ Jenn)

• SOS Children’s Villages | How do I talk to my child about the situation in Ukraine? "Here are our top tips on how to approach the topic [of the war in Ukraine] —or any tricky subject."

• Don't play things down
• The most valuable phrase ever invented can be: "I don't know"
• Keep the lines of communication open
• Don't add your own editorial commentary

• HundrED.org | Resources for Talking to Children and Young People about the War in Ukraine: Examples & resources to help parents and teachers address the war in Ukraine with children and students. (This has some great resources for educators!)

• "The article ' How to talk to children about the invasion of Ukraine, and why those conversations are important' from the Conversation offers strategies on starting and continuing the conversation with specific recommendations for different age groups."

• "This resource from Barnardos offers strategies for adults to think about when talking to children about war."

• The Week Junior has put together some excellent resources and advice on how to talk to kids about the war and what to do if the news upsets them. "Insightful conversation starters for inquisitive kids."

26. Employment & Sponsorship Opportunities

• 🇺🇦 TCH Ukraine | How to register at the employment center to get help: you can do it remotely: "Unemployed status is granted to persons of working age who do not receive a pension and do not have a statutory income."
• The article explains in detail what you'll need to do to obtain unemployment help. 
• "Hotlines of the State Employment Service:
• +380963841043
• +380677465665
• +380635824623
• +380990980243
• +380981524170
• +380683089314
• +380934802190
• +380963265646
• +380993554905." (In Ukr)

• 🇪🇺 "The Center for European Policy Analysis (CEPA) [is offering a] new fellowship fund to support Ukrainian journalists and researchers. The Democracy Fellowship provides a critical lifeline for Ukraine’s civil society with year-long fellowships for highly qualified independent journalists and researchers who are no longer able to continue their work due to Putin’s brutal war."

• 21/4 Update: "Journalists, researchers & activists willing to share the truth about Putin's war in Ukraine are at great risk. @craignewmark explains how CEPA's Democracy Fellowship Fund will give a critical lifeline to independent voices. Learn how to apply and help." Video

• JobAid Ukraine: If you have left, or are planning to leave Ukraine and need help finding a job, you can view listings on their job board. (*The jobs are only available for people fleeing the war.)

• Happymonday.ua – "Platform with 200+ job listings for Ukrainians ranging from technical to design, illustration, SEO, PPC, marketing, copywriting, etc. – both remote & physical opportunities." Source

• " UA Talents is an employment platform for Ukrainians who have been forced to leave their homes and move to other cities in Ukraine or abroad."

• UNHCR | Scholarship Opportunities for Refugees(By subject)

• 🇪🇺 "The European Commission has launched a Ukrainian version of the EU Skills Profile Tool for Third Country Nationals. The tool will make it easier for people fleeing Russia’s invasion of Ukraine to map their skills and find jobs and other opportunities. It will also make it easier for Ukrainians to access information on where to get support for recognition or restoration of diplomas." Source

• 🇨🇦 "PHPdevelopers fleeing Ukraine

DecisioningIT wants to hire you, fly you & your family to Canada, find you a place to stay and give you a job." Apply here: lnkd.in/d_cNh7UY

Source ( Facebook)(DecisioningIT Founder, André-Martin Hobbs Twitter)

• 🇪🇺 European Research Council for Ukraine: jobs for researchers fleeing the war: "ERC has appealed to its grantees to provide temporary employment to refugee researchers and support staff, such as technicians and lab managers, from Ukraine." They are compiling a database with opportunities. 

• 🇵🇱 Job opportunities are available for refugees in Lublin, Poland. Go here.

• 🇨🇦 "Refugees who are seeking a new future in Canada, and would like a career in the auto sector please reach out to @APMACanada directly.

We will match qualified candidates with employers. There is a labour shortage here but we have lots of Peace & Hope.

Email: info@apma.ca." Source

27. Cyber Security

• 🇺🇦 The Ukrainian Center for Counteracting Disinformation warns — when communicating online:

• "Don't share geolocation! Your location, location of Ukrainian troops or ammunition storage depots of the Armed Forces. Everything that your acquaintance can read in the letters can be seen by the enemy!
• Do not send passwords from bank cards, gadgets, etc. in messengers and social networks. Or use special encrypted instant messaging programs.
• For security reasons, do not send information to the messengers about the movement of the enemy, it is better to inform the Armed Forces through the chatbot @evorog_bot, and then delete the correspondence." Source

• Online Safety | Tips Suitable For Everyone— created by @Ukraine_DAO& @Cryptodrftng

• 🇺🇦 Cyber Police Ukraine

• Cyber Police Ukraine | Telegram Bot: "The official chatbot of Ukraine to report hostile actions on the territory of our state." (Including suspected or confirmed cyber attacks.)

• 🇺🇦 State Service for Special Communications & Information Protection of Ukraine

• You can find SSSCIP's latest updates on: mobile communication, Internet, and digital television broadcasting in Ukraine, at the above link.

• Twitter

• 🇺🇸 US DHS | Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) | Shields Up "...many organizations find it challenging to identify resources for urgent security improvements, we’ve compiled free cybersecurity services and tools from government partners, and industry to assist."

• "Organizations should report anomalous cyber activity and/or cyber incidents 24/7 to report@cisa.gov or (888) 282-0870."

• 🇬🇧 UK | Cyber Aware– "...practical steps and tools to help keep you, your family or business more secure online."

• EFF Org | If you are in Ukraine, here is what you need to know about Telegram

• Also see: The National Police of Ukraine (NPU) advise how to use Telegram safely and give step-by-step instructions to set up account privacy.

• Digital Safety Training For Ukrainian Journalists And Civil Society: Safeguards For The Ongoing Conflict With Russia:

• "This guide intends to provide practical tips to safeguard your digital activities and improve your digital hygiene. For the purpose of this guide, we define digital hygiene as a set of regular practices to keep one’s digital assets and footprint secure."
• In Ukrainian.

• Beware of QR Code Scams:

"QR code scams are essentially a new form of phishing attack, where scammers direct victims to a bogus website and ask for personal information."

• The New York Times | A Paranoid Person’s Guide to Preparing for Digital Danger— Defending (and Duplicating) Your Data & Dealing With Disruption.

• Bolster Labs | CheckPhish: "Free scanner to detect phishing & fraudulent sites in real-time."

• "F-Secure FREEDOME VPN is now available for free in all of Ukraine. Protect your online privacy: Freedom VPN." Source

• " Signal is a messaging app that uses end-to-end encryption to keep your messages private.

When you send a message, the only people who can see it are the recipients — not even the company that runs Signal can see what you send.

You can use the Signal app to send texts, photos, videos, and voice messages, as well as manage group chats." Source

28. Humanitarian  Responders, Volunteers & Journalists

• Sustaining the Well-Being of Caregivers While Helping Victims of War — "Supporting caregivers and encouraging them to practice self-care sustains their ability to serve victims of disaster."

• Information for Responders on Emotional Reactions to Human Remains— from International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies ( ISTSS).

• Psychological First Aid: Guide for Fieldworkers — created by the WHO, War Trauma Foundation & World Vision.

• "[This guide] is written for people in a position to help others who have experienced an extremely distressing event. It gives a framework for supporting people in ways that respect their dignity, culture and abilities."
• In Ukrainian, Russian, Romanian, Czech, Slovenian, Italian, German, Portuguese, Dutch & Greek languages. 

• CDC | Emergency Responders - Tips For Taking Care Of Yourself: "Coping techniques like taking breaks, eating healthy foods, exercising, and using the buddy system can help prevent and reduce burnout and secondary traumatic stress. Recognize the signs of both of these conditions in yourself and other responders to be sure those who need a break or need help can address these needs."

• Secondary traumatic stress – stress reactions and symptoms resulting from exposure to another individual’s traumatic experiences, rather than from exposure directly to a traumatic event."

• Huff Post | How To Ease Some Of The Vicarious Trauma You May Be Feeling Right Now: "Thanks to social media, news reports & violent images that bombard us at all hours, we can experience what experts call vicarious trauma when a horrific event occurs ― like the Russian invasion of Ukraine."

• " Compassion fatigue, also known as second-hand shock and secondary stress reaction, describes a type of stress that results from helping or wanting to help those who are traumatized or under significant emotional duress." Source

"Compassion fatigue is basically a draining of emotional energy for those of us who deal with others' pain," said Walter Roberts, an American Red Cross disaster relief mental health lead. “Typically it has a tendency to be progressive and sneak up on people and oftentimes we characterize this as burnout.” Source

• MindfulNext | On compassion fatigue, vicarious trauma & burnout:

"What are some signs/symptoms of compassion fatigue?

• Increased isolation from others
• Apathy, sadness, no longer finding activities pleasurable
• Feels that colleagues and friends simply don’t understand
• Can’t recover quickly after association with a traumatic event
• Affected deeply by stress of clients
• Lost sense of hopefulness and optimism; cynicism and pessimism
• Difficulty concentrating on anything
• Mentally and physically tired
• Nightmares or flashbacks of traumatic event
• Substance abuse used to mask feelings
• Compulsive behaviors such as overspending, overeating, gambling, addictions." 

~Medical Professionals

• David Nott Foundation—  "We've now translated all of our surgical training videos into Ukrainian. If you are a surgeon in Ukraine, contact us today to access our life-saving resource."

~Mental Health Professionals

• Ukrainian Refugees in the US: How Mental Health Professionals Can Prepare — "It is likely that refugees will have had experienced direct exposure to warfare, loss or separation from family, life-threatening journeys to safety, guilt about those left behind, food and shelter scarcity for prolonged periods, and complexities with acculturation by the time they reach our offices."

• The International Trauma Consortium | Mental Health Resources for Clinicians & Researchers— "Clinicians and researchers can access a range of mental health materials that have been translated into Ukrainian and Russian."

• NCTSN | Understanding Refugee Trauma: For Mental Health Professionals — "Considerations that mental health professionals need to take into account when working with refugee youth and their families."

• ISTSS | Opportunities & Challenges for the Traumatic Stress Community to Assist those Affected by the War in Ukraine ( Webinar) — "This webinar highlights opportunities and challenges for traumatic stress professionals assisting those affected by the war in Ukraine. 

• Dr. Frankova discusses the current needs of forcibly displaced people and digital interventions developed for people under stress. 

• Next, Dr. Sijbrandij focuses on scalable psychological strategies to prevent or address common mental health problems of people affected by the war in Ukraine. 

• Finally, Dr. Ventevogel presents an overview of how mental health and psychosocial support is integrated into the humanitarian response for Ukrainian refugees." (Eng)

• Facebook Group | Praktyki troski i wsparcia dla uchodźczyń/uchodźców oraz osób pomagających: "Practices of care and support for helpers and women refugees / refugees." Their focus is: Psychology, Body Practices, Support Groups and Cross-Cultural Communication.

*There are many good resources and lots of useful information shared in this small group.

~Journalists

• "Here's a list of resources and contacts for trauma relief & support. Created and updated by Dart Centre Europe, @selbstlaut_k and @nrecherche."  Source

• " Journalists covering the Russia-Ukraine war face grave risks. Reporters on the front lines can find resources in CPJ's war reporting safety note:

• English, Ukrainian& Russian"
• "CPJ [also] has safety information on how to understand trauma and strategies for implementing self-care & resilience." Source

• IJNET | Support & Resources For Journalists Covering The Russian Invasion of Ukraine — "List of reporting guides and ways in which readers can support independent media and reporters in [Ukraine]."

• Harvard’s Shorenstein Center | Telegram 101 For Journalists — "As Russia’s war on Ukraine escalates, Telegram continues to be an increasingly vital source of news for people in Ukraine & Russia. It is also a place where journalists and information researchers must pay attention in order to track information operations, the information ecosystem, and the dissemination of misinformation & disinformation."

• Crash Course: Experts provide information on the history, structure & research potential of Telegram. They offer demonstrations & tips for using Telegram in reporting.

• 15 Tips for Investigating War Crimes in Ukraine and Beyond — by: Global Investigative Journalism Network

( This is very well done!)

Take care of yourselves, too!

29. Resource Docs & Websites

• The First Lady, Elena Zelensky, launched a war-related information & resource channel on Telegram.

1. "Links to official communication channels and channels about the operation of transport & infrastructure.
2. Links where you can help defenders, healthcare institutions, volunteers, provide humanitarian assistance, save animals from war, help from abroad.
3. Help links: 24/7 hotline, psychological support line, information about evacuation and assistance abroad."
• In English.

Source  //   Source

• The International Refugee Assistance Project (IRAP)is an excellent page with legal/asylum, psychosocial & disability resource listings, humanitarian aid orgs & government sites/information for Ukrainian refugees. It has information for: Moldova, Poland, Romania, Hungary & Slovakia

• Aiding Ukraine and Ukrainians from Abroad(Heavy focus on marginalized groups.)

• Interaction: "This platform is designed for quick and easy information retrieval during the war. The sections are constantly updated and the resources are carefully checked by a team of specialists." (In Ukrainian) Link for English.

• Support Ukraine: This site provides information for Charities & Aid, Information for Refugees, Information & Disinformation, OSINT & Template Letters for Government. (*Support Ukraine has permission for use of this doc in full on their site. 4/3/22 JMR)

• Ukraine DAO | Ukraine Info Resources

• "Ukraine Info Resources Resources For Ukrainian People; 
• Information And Recommended Social Media Accounts & Bots;
• Mental Health Support;
• Resources For People Who Want To Help Ukrainians."

• Anonymous | Ukrainian Refugee Resources — "Organizations and Tools For Ukrainian Refugees"

• Overview of Information for War Refugees: NoWar.help | Border & Migration. Contains information for: Worldwide, EU, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Moldova, Poland, Romania, Russia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Ukraine and United Kingdom.

• Information and Coordination Center for help to Ukraine: "This is a database for anyone who wants to help or needs to get help in Ukraine during the war."

• Resources for People Fleeing Ukraine includes updates on border crossings and transportation, as well links for housing, employment, medical & trauma support, and legal help, both globally and specifically, for the 5 countries bordering Ukraine. ( *Please use care when using crowdsourced resources.)

30. Ukrainian Culture & History

• There is a wealth of information about Ukrainian culture, industry, wine & cuisine, history and the origins of Ukraine here: Ukraine NOW | Explore Ukraine. (Fantastic site! ~ Jenn)

• Libraries Around The World Are Helping Safeguard Ukrainian Books And Culture — "Our library’s Ukrainian holdings — whether they were published in Ukraine under Austrian, Polish or Russian rule, in independence, or in refugee centres and diaspora communities — offer a perspective on Ukraine’s distinct history that sets it apart from Russian President Putin’s belief that Ukraine was 'entirely created by Russia.'"

• You can view over 15,000 files of preserved & secured digitized manuscripts, music, photographs, 3D architectural models and other publications via this Internet Archive — a project by SUCHO.

• The Atlantic | Nine Excellent Movies That Show What Ukrainians Are Fighting For

• Also highly recommended (full-feature on YouTube, free): Netflix | Winter On Fire: Ukraine's Fight For Freedom

• " Heritage , [is] a documentary series celebrating the culture, traditions and folk customs of Ukraine.
• "Each of the 26 episodes of Heritage focuses on a specific region of Ukraine, exploring its unique cultural history."
• Film.UA group has made the series free of charge for all. Source

• ' Medieval Origins of Ukrainians' | Project Ukraine — "Kings & Generals historical animated documentary series on the history of [the] medieval era [of Ukraine]."
• "This series explores how the identity of Ukraine as a nation formed, starting with the Kyivan Rus and the Kingdom of Ruthenia."
• Kings & Generals has partnered with the Babyn Yar Holocaust Memorial Center to support war-impacted citizens of Ukraine. ( I really liked this series. ~ Jenn)

• " National Platform For Studying The Ukrainian Language Of The Ministry of Culture and Information Policy of Ukraine has gathered in one place effective online & offline resources, as well as mobile applications for Ukrainian language learning, both for Ukrainians who want to improve their Ukrainian language skills and for foreigners, who seek to learn it from scratch."

• "Would you like to learn the Ukrainian language but don’t know where to start? Here is a quick guide about how to start learning Ukrainian in 5 simple steps." Source

• Ukrainian music playlists. Each track includes information about the artists. The list was created by Radio Promin & Radio Kultura. Source

• 🇺🇦 Pop
• 🇺🇦 Folk

• Ukraine.Ua on Spotify — Public playlists.

• "Ukrainian music is as diverse, bright, and innovative as Ukraine. Explore these modern music projects inspired by Ukrainian culture, history, and nature." Source

• Dakha Braha
• Alyona Alyona
• Jamala
• Onuka
• Eve8
• Go_A
• Artbat
• Heinali
• Kazka

By @UA_Institute

• Ukraïner. The Expedition — "Prior to the war, Ukraїner used to tell amazing stories about places, people, art, and business in Ukraine. Until the victory – we are the platform of reliable information about events in Ukraine."
• Follow on: Facebook, Telegram, Instagram, Twitter or YouTube.

31. Artwork Projects /Sites

Anhelina, age 7, Khmelnytsky Region

Children’s artwork from Ukraine, showing the war through their eyes, is being displayed on an Instagram account entitled, ‘ Mom, I see war’.There are plans to create photo collages and sell them as NFT.

    <strong>
        <em>'Kids of Ukraine'</em>
    </strong>

    <strong>
        <em>By Olena Hubska</em>
    </strong>

Creatives For Ukraine: "This platform was created to amass digital art & illustrations that can draw attention to Russia’s attack on Ukraine, express feelings & share the truth for the world to see."

You can submit your artwork for display on their platform. 

Facebook & Instagram

'The Dove of Peace'

By Rute Marta Jansone

32. Contact Information

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