The world is helping the people of Ukraine. What kind of support goes to people?

On February 24, around four in the morning, Our Country attacked Ukraine. As the invasion progresses, the humanitarian crisis is growing. People leave their homes, take refuge in metro stations, others try to get out of the country, bomb shelters have been opened. There are more and more injured, they are killed. In response to the critical situation, the world is helping the people of Ukraine. What are global aid organizations doing? How can you help?

1. In view of the crisis that the population of Ukraine is experiencing, international aid organizations are organizing support
2. Among others, UN, WHO, UNICEF, UN Refugee Agency, Doctors Without Borders, International Committee of the Red Cross.
3. What specific support do they provide?
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“The intensification and spread of the conflict threatens with death and destruction on a terrifying scale given the enormous military potential,” wrote Peter Maurer, chairman of the International Committee of the Red Cross. The same fears, but also helplessness in the face of the enormity of the misfortune, can feel many people who observe the reports on the situation in Ukraine. In fact, however, each of us can do something, everyone can help – be it by making a donation or by engaging directly as a volunteer. There are many ways to help, for example by supporting the following actions.

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Additional $ 3,5 million from the WHO bailout fund

On February 24, on the day of Our Country’s aggression against Ukraine, the World Health Organization (WHO) decided to allocate an additional $ 3,5 million from the rescue fund for the purchase and delivery of medical equipment to Ukraine. “The health care system must continue to function to provide people with primary care for all health problems,” stressed the head of the WHO, calling for “permanent and safe access to humanitarian aid”.

“This increases the stocks that we have prepared in health care facilities,” informs the head of the WHO on Twitter. “Humanitarian aid in the field of health is expected to increase with further needs assessments”.

WHO recalls that it has been working closely with health authorities throughout Ukraine for decades. “We have a deep understanding of the possibilities and needs of the country’s health system”. “We will continue to provide care and support to people all over Ukraine affected by this crisis,” assures Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. More on WHO assistance to Ukraine.

The United Nations. $ 20 million from CERF for Ukraine

On the day of the commencement of hostilities in Ukraine, the United Nations also decided to release additional funds. On February 24, the United Nations announced that $ 20 million was earmarked from the Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) to immediately increase life-saving humanitarian aid and protection of the civilian population in Ukraine.

«CERFs save lives. They will help in healthcare, shelter, food, water and sanitation for those most affected by the conflict, including women, the elderly, displaced persons, ”said the head of the UN humanitarian organization, Martin Griffiths.

United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR). “There are no winners in war”

“The humanitarian consequences for the civilian population will be devastating. There are no winners in the war »warns UNHCR in a statement. «We have already seen reports of victims and people starting to flee their homes in search of safety. Civil life and infrastructure must be protected and protected at all times in accordance with international humanitarian law ».

As we read in the document, “UNHCR is also working with the governments of neighboring countries, urging them to open borders to those seeking safety and security. We stand ready to support everyone’s efforts to respond to any situation of forced displacement. Consequently, we have intensified our activities and capabilities in Ukraine and neighboring countries. We remain strongly committed to supporting all affected populations in Ukraine and the countries of the region ».

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). “Children of Ukraine desperately need peace”

On the day of Our Country’s attack on Ukraine, UNICEF’s director general, Catherine Russell, emphasized that the intensification of military operations posed a direct threat to the lives of 7,5 million children in Ukraine, and that continuous fights would result in “tens of thousands of families being forced to leave their homes” . Russell joined the UN Secretary General’s call for an immediate ceasefire and called on all parties to the conflict to respect their international child protection obligations.

«UNICEF works in eastern Ukraine to intensify programs to save children’s lives. This includes the transport of clean water to conflict-affected areas; deploying medical, hygienic and emergency equipment, and working with municipalities to provide immediate help to children and families in need. Mobile teams supported by UNICEF provide psychosocial care for children “, indicated Catherine Russell, appealing:” The last eight years of the conflict have caused deep and lasting damage to children on both sides of the lines of contact. The children of Ukraine desperately need peace ».

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This is how Doctors Without Borders (Médecins Sans Frontières, MSF) help

Help for the inhabitants of Ukraine is also provided by the international medical humanitarian organization – Doctors Without Borders (MSF). As reported on its website, a number of activities are carried out, including programs against tuberculosis (TB) and HIV, supporting the national response to COVID-19. MSF provides psychological support to patients and healthcare professionals. In addition, the organization trains and supports GPs and community nurses in providing primary mental health care to patients.

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). “We must do everything possible to avoid an escalation of the conflict”

Peter Maurer, chairman of the International Committee of the Red Cross, issued a statement on the day of the launch of the invasion of Ukraine. «The ICRC’s priority is to help the needy. This week we delivered 3 thousand. liters of drinking water to the hospital in Dokuczajewsko and we sent 7 thousand. liters to the municipality of Donetsk. Recent activities also include visits to detention sites to improve hygiene and nutrition. If the security situation allows, our teams in Ukraine will continue to work on repairing the necessary infrastructure, supporting medical facilities with medicines and equipment, and supporting families with food and hygiene products. We will also continue our confidential bilateral dialogue with the parties to the conflict to protect those affected by the fighting ».

“We urge all states to do everything in their power and influence to avoid an escalation of a conflict whose cost and consequences for the civilian population outweigh the ability to protect and help them,” writes Peter Maurer in a statement.

Obviously, the above list does not exhaust the organizations and activities supporting the inhabitants of Ukraine.

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