Pain, loss, solidarity and hope for a better future

Natalia Datchenko, a UNICEF staff member in Ukraine, recalls the start of the conflict three years ago, expressing a mix of emotions and determination to help others. Lyudmyla Kovalchuk, from UN Women, shares her experience living near a war zone and highlights the ongoing need for support for Ukrainian women. Anastasia Kalashnyk discusses the increased workload and challenges faced by women in conflict-affected regions, emphasizing the importance of safe spaces for healing and support. The impact of the war, including casualties, damage to infrastructure, and the lasting effects on Ukrainian society, is also highlighted, underscoring the urgent need for humanitarian assistance.

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