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Russia's all-out war against Ukraine, escalated on February 24, 2022, has caused enormous economic, infrastructural and demographic damage across the country. Nearly 5.4 million people, including over 1.4 million #children, have been #displaced in search of safety across the country. In response to this situation, #UNICEF together with the government, local authorities, non-governmental organisations, countless volunteers and the private sector has rolled out an extensive #integrated #humanitarian support programme for families with children - the Spilno Spots Initiative. The #SpilnoSpots aimed to create protecting environments to help children escape the stress and anxiety of war and provide a sense of normalcy through collective play, education, and socialisation activities. Additionally, these spots serve as hubs for parents and children to access cross-sectoral assistance and psychosocial counselling. In times of war and crisis, when usual #protection mechanisms have limited capacity to support the most vulnerable, such initiatives are extremely important. What is also important is to learn how such critical interventions and their implementation can be improved and scaled up to benefit even more children. Together with our #development team at #PPMI - Loes van der Graaf, Tomas Armalys, Mariia Kolokolova and Rimantas Dumčius we embark on the journey to support UNICEF and Ukrainian state authorities in understanding the real effects of the programme and planning its further roll-out and institutionalisation. #PPMIprojects #humanitarianevaluation #developmentevaluation #StandwithUkraine

This International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of the Crimes of Genocide, we draw attention to the crimes against humanity that have been taking place in #Tigray since November 4, 2020. Today, we spotlight the impact of the war, siege, and humanitarian blockade on Tigray’s women and children who are suffering from starvation, infectious diseases, challenges to mental health, and conflict-related sexual violence and its impact. We call on the international community, most notably the United Nations and its agencies and USAID, to facilitate unfettered humanitarian access to Tigray and provide and distribute food and medical aid reflective of the immense needs in Tigray while also prioritizing mental health services.

In Haiti, children and families are facing continuous waves of violence inflicted by armed groups. The suffering endured by the Haitian people has reached a critical level. Urgent action must be taken to save the lives of children. #HaitiCrisis UNICEF Latin America and Caribbean UNICEF UNICEF USA United Nations

On the International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression, let's raise our voices for the countless children whose lives have been shattered by the horrors of war all over the world. No child should ever experience the atrocities of war. They deserve to grow up in a world of peace, love, and safety. Join us in raising awareness and taking action to protect the rights and well-being of innocent children affected by armed conflict. Follow the link https://lnkd.in/gVHsS-YB to learn more about the devastating impacts of war on children and how you can make a difference. Together, we can advocate for: 💛 Safeguarding children's access to education, healthcare, and humanitarian aid. 💛 Holding perpetrators accountable for violations against children. 💛 Supporting programs that provide psychological and emotional support for traumatized children. Like, comment, and share this post to amplify the voices of innocent children caught in the crosshairs of conflict. Let's create a world where every child can grow up in peace, safety, and dignity. #childonlinesafety #childonlineprotection #internetsafety  #wellbeing  #digitalwellbeing #digitalparenting #SaferTogether

ps://https://lnkd.in/di6EQAdT The persistent and compounding crises in Lebanon are exacting a steadily devastating toll on children nationwide, increasingly stripping them of their education and forcing many into child labour. Desperate parents, grappling with ever-dwindling resources, are forced into a heart-wrenching struggle to keep their families afloat amidst the unrelenting challenges. The deprivations and uncertainty are leaving children hungry, anxious or depressed. The emotional burden is particularly alarming among children exposed to the recent military escalation on the country’s southern borders, and among Palestinian refugees – many of whom have relatives in Gaza. A UNICEF rapid assessment, conducted in November 2023,1 reveals further deterioration in almost every aspect of children’s lives, as the four-year-long crisis shows no sign of abating.

🌍 The impact of armed conflict on children is staggering, with a recent Save the Children report revealing that 468 million children were affected in 2022 alone. Of particular concern is the presence of 200 million children in the most perilous war-torn countries, a decade-high figure largely attributed to the conflict in Ukraine. Urgent international attention is needed to address this crisis. Join us in raising awareness and advocating for the safety and well-being of these vulnerable children. #SaveTheChildren #ChildrensRights #ArmedConflict 🕊️📚 Check our latest article! ludci

In times of crisis, children and young people need our unwavering support, especially those without adequate parental care, who become exceptionally vulnerable. They face heightened risks of violence, abuse, exploitation, and neglect, leaving deep scars on their mental health and overall development. SOS Children's Villages, with its established global infrastructure and network of partners, is committed to providing humanitarian assistance in accordance with international humanitarian law and the Humanitarian Imperative. Our unwavering focus is on providing care for children and young people without adequate parental care, protecting their rights, and keeping families together. Join us in our mission to safeguard the well-being of children and young people in humanitarian crises. Together, we can make a difference. #HumanitarianAction #soscvnfloodvictimsresponse #leavenochildbehind

#ToonLogs #ACTtoProtect #InternationalDayofInnocentChildrenVictimsofAggression https://lnkd.in/gHk2srhD https://lnkd.in/gH5RmYj https://lnkd.in/gcsA376   International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression Children under attack. From Despair to Hope; Children Beyond Armed Conflict. Every day, children living in wars across the globe are facing unspeakable horrors. They are not safe sleeping in their homes, playing outside, learning in school, or seeking medical care at hospitals. 4 June of each year is "International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression" and is a UN observance to acknowledge the pain suffered by children worldwide. Sexual violence in conflict is the most underreported violation for both girls and boys due to stigma and lack of legal protection. Denial of access to humanitarian aid is common. There is a need for a closer look at the role of governments and society in general in protecting children's rights. Children are the architects of a better, sustainable tomorrow. In modern times, children are being subjected to another type of aggression. It is in the form of expectations of the parents and society. The elders' (primarily parents) desires are so imposing that there is hardly any opportunity for the young child to forget about pursuing what they like or are good at, even to explore the space. As Graca Machel said, "We want a society where people are more important than things, where children are precious; a world where people can be more human, caring and gentle."  National Institute of Advanced Studies Nandha Gopan

In partnership with Unity for the Future (UFF), the Ukraine Foundation for Public Health (UFPH) and HealthRight International Ukraine, World Vision recently lauched the Support to Conflict-Affected Ukrainians with Cash Assistance and Protection Services Project supported by Aktion Deutschland Hilft e.V. (ADH). The project will be implemented in Kharkiv, Lviv, Mykolaiv and Zakarpatska Oblasts and will include cash assistance, multi-purpose cash assistance, child protection and winterization. The goal is to provide the immediate basic needs of over 5,000 displaced people, and build the capacity of partners in multi-purpose cash programming and child protection. #displacement #ukrainecrisis #humanitarianaid #partnerships

What are the long term impacts of community based trauma healing programs? What do these programs add to the possibilities of sustained social cohesion and breaking the cycles of violence? Before leaving Zimbabwe a few months ago, I was part of a fabulous research team with Jocelyn Kelly and members of MPOI with Afrobarometer. We carried out a robust evaluation of the trauma healing and peace building projects run by a local NGO, Tree of Life. The results speak for themselves- have a read of the summary of our evaluation attached. This *survivor-led, *group based process anchored in local *communities is effective, sustainable and *culturally and contextually (most) appropriate. This is evidence based- best practice for working with survivors of organised violence and torture, war, genocide, sexual violence and political violence. The IRCT International Rehabilitation Council for Torture Victims readily support survivor-led processes such as this in the recovery of torture and trauma. It is personally and socially transformative. Definitely check out Tree of Life, and make contact with them to find out more about their programs https://lnkd.in/dJUED7U2 Thank you to both the ToL team and the research team for such an insightful and encouraging research project. we need #collectivehealing