By Viktoriia Zaiava | Partnership Development Manager
Thanks to the generosity of individual donors and the support of GlobalGiving, this project became possible. Between November 6 and December 15, people from around the world chose to stand with adolescents and young people from vulnerable backgrounds in Ukraine — and their trust turned into real support on the ground.
With this support, we continued providing psychosocial, educational, and developmental assistance to adolescents and youth from vulnerable categories, including those living in institutional care. Your contributions helped us create safe spaces where young people could learn essential life skills, receive emotional support, and feel seen and valued.
The project is implemented in the Zakarpattia region in cooperation with local partners and institutions. Its goal is to help adolescents and youth become more confident, emotionally resilient, and socially responsible, while developing practical skills that support their transition into adulthood.
During this reporting period, the project exceeded several planned targets.
More than 317 adolescents and young people developed skills in effective communication, teamwork, responsible leadership, critical thinking, and self-awareness — 106% of the planned indicator. Notably, 134 participants were adolescents and youth living in institutional care, where access to such opportunities is often limited.
Preparing young people for the future was another key focus. 336 participants gained knowledge about artificial intelligence and the role of humans in the future world, learned how to build healthy and responsible relationships, and improved their financial literacy and personal development planning skills — 112% of the planned target. Among them, 138 participants were from institutional settings.
Psychological support remained a critical component of the project. During the reporting period, 14 group psychological sessions were conducted (70% of the planned number), including 7 groups held directly in institutional facilities. These sessions helped participants better understand their emotions, cope with stress, and strengthen their emotional resilience.
In addition, 15 non-formal education activities were implemented (75% of the plan), 8 of them in institutional settings, using interactive and participatory methods that encourage engagement, peer learning, and practical application of knowledge.
One of the most important outcomes is the project’s reach and depth. Updated monitoring data confirms strong engagement of unique participants, showing that the project is not just a series of one-time activities, but meaningful ongoing support for young people who need stability and guidance.
Despite ongoing challenges related to the broader context in Ukraine, adolescents and young people continue to demonstrate motivation, curiosity, and a strong desire to grow. For many, this project is a rare space where they feel safe to speak openly, be heard, and imagine a future with more opportunities.
Your support through GlobalGiving truly matters. By standing with adolescents and youth from vulnerable categories — especially those growing up in institutional care — you are helping build resilience, dignity, and long-term positive change. Thank you for being part of this impact.
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