Ukraine Crisis - Assistance to Displaced People - UNHCR 2014

September 2014 – As ongoing fighting between armed groups and government forces unfold in Ukraine people have been forced to flee their homes and have become increasingly vulnerable. It is reported that over 275 000 have been displaced from their homes and that an estimated 341 000 have fled to neighbouring countries. As the ongoing fighting is triggering renewed displacement there is a need to scale up the response to meet the humanitarian needs of the population affected by the violence in Ukraine. With DFATD's support the United Nations Refugee Agency is helping to reduce the vulnerability of internally displaced people in Ukraine. Project activities include: (1) distributing core relief items; (2) providing shelter assistance; (3) supporting the government and civil society partners in strengthening protection mechanisms for children; (4) support displaced people in their areas of displacement; and (5) identify voluntary return solutions for displaced people in close consultation with the local authorities and civil society.

The expected outcomes for this project include: (1) increased protection of displaced people; (2) increased access to emergency shelter; and (3) increased access to core relief items. The expected ultimate outcome is lives saved suffering alleviated and human dignity maintained in countries experiencing humanitarian crisis or acute food insecurity.