Support for parents and children during war

Advice on mental and physical health, safety, nutrition, education and development

On 28 February 2022, Salah-Arsalan, a 4-month-old baby from Cherkasy sleeps in the arms of its mother Valeria at an air-raid shelter in Lviv.
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To help children, their parents and guardians reduce stress, cope with emotional stress and care for the health, safety and development of children during the war, we publish expert recommendations and useful materials.

Mental health support for children and parents

How parents explain war and threats to their children.

Under the threat of shelling and fighting, it is important to explain what is happening to children and help them survive critical situations.

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How to support people forced from their homes by war

Thinking of helping those who have fled their homes in Ukraine? Here are some tips.

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Guidance for protecting children displaced from 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.

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How to build rapport with a child traumatized by war

Tips for volunteers on building relationships with children who have fled the war in Ukraine.

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Health and nutrition

Feeding children under 2 years in emergency situations

What to do in an emergency with a child in your arms, how to organize feeding and secure the baby?

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Education

Help an unaccompanied child during martial law in Ukraine

The main issues regarding the protection of unaccompanied children during the war.

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Safety

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.

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3 things to know about Blue Dots

UNICEF is working with partners to bring safety, stability and advice to families fleeing conflict

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What Schools Can Do to Protect Education from Attack

Schools and universities should be safe places of learning

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