Ukraine - Emergency Assistance – Humanity and Inclusion 2022

May 2022 – The humanitarian situation in Ukraine deteriorated significantly following the Russian military offensive beginning 24 February which has resulted in over 5 million people displaced to neighbouring countries including Poland Hungary Romania Moldova and Slovakia and nearly 8 million people internally displaced. On March 1 2022 humanitarian partners issued appeals for approximately USD 2 billion to support the humanitarian response inside Ukraine over the next three months as well as the humanitarian needs of Ukrainians seeking refuge in neighbouring countries. In light of the complexity of the crisis it is anticipated that humanitarian needs will grow commensurately which will require ongoing donor support to allow partners to scale up their humanitarian response in Ukraine and neighbouring countries. With GAC’s support Humanity and Inclusion is providing assistance to address growing humanitarian needs in Ukraine. This project focuses on the provision of health protection and basic needs services to vulnerable populations in Ukraine including persons with disabilities injuries and/or with signs of psychological distress. Project activities include: (1) providing health assistance to internally displaced persons and refugees; (2) providing mental health and psychosocial services; (3) supporting basic needs of vulnerable populations; and (4) awareness raising activities on the risks caused by Explosive Ordnance contamination.

The expected outcomes for this project include: (1) improved access to inclusive health and basic needs services for conflict-affected internally displaced persons and refugees; (2) improved access to mental health and psychosocial services; (3) increased support for basic needs of vulnerable populations; and (4) reduced risks caused by Explosive Ordnance contamination. The expected ultimate outcome is lives saved suffering alleviated and human dignity maintained in countries experiencing humanitarian crises or acute food insecurity.