UNICEF IN ZHYTOMYR REGION
Complex emergency response in Zhytomyr region to cater the needs of children, parent and caregivers affected by the armed conflict in Ukraine. Cross-sectoral project of UNICEF in Zhytomyr region, implemented by NGO “In Touch Ukraine Foundation” in the following directions:
Education
Children’s access to high-quality school and preschool education. Organization of a STEM laboratories and FabLabs, implementation of the “Back to school” system.
Child Protection
Social and psychological support, foster families, children’s spots “Spilno”, support teams – against violence, rehabilitation centers.
Social Protection
Financial assistance to families in need, coordination center, feedback system, consultations, administration.
Health care
Shelter equipment, immunization, vaccination, provision of medical equipment, consultations.
Hygiene and sanitation - WASH
Restoration of infrastructure (water and sewerage), sanitary and hygienic means, humanitarian assistance to the needy.
Administration.
Zhytomyr region
“War is not something for what you can morally and psychologically prepare in advance. But we have to do everything possible so that our children pass through it as protected as possible. Initiatives similar to the one that is starting now in Zhytomyr region with the support of our international partners will help the children to adapt faster and solve the problems which face displaced people and all residents of Zhytomyr region every day.”
- Vitalii Bunechko, head of Zhytomyr Regional State Administration.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Currently, financial assistance is available for families where:
there are three or more children under the age of 18, or
they have one child with a disability under the age of 18.
- Birth certificates of the children.
- Certificate (LKK reference) of disability (if applicable).
- Identification codes of the parents.
- Parents’ passports.
- Bank account for the payment (IBAN format, 29 characters). Where to obtain: online banking, ATM receipt, or consult a bank specialist.
To find out at which stage of the verification process your application is, you need to call the hotline at 0-800-600-017 (calls are toll-free).
there is a coordination center in the Zhytomyr region. You can call them at the following numbers: (067) 490-32-77, (096) 93-77-116, (067) 490-32-79.
Families with children in Zhytomyr can inquire about:
- The possibility of receiving humanitarian assistance.
- Visiting Children’s Points by the organization.
- Free lessons with teachers as part of the NGO project.
- Free sessions with educators as part of the NGO project.
- Free consultations with psychologists as part of the NGO project.
For more information or to make inquiries, families can reach out to the relevant organizations or contact the specified points of contact.
- How to get involved in the project.
- What assistance is available for the institution they represent.
They can seek information about project participation and support for their institutions by contacting the relevant organizations or reaching out to the specified points of contact.
Parents of children aged 0 to 3 in the Zhytomyr region can receive unique home care services under the “Care from Birth at Home” program.
Reach out to us for more information and to discuss collaboration opportunities. We believe that together we can achieve meaningful results and make positive changes in the lives of our communities.
Call us:
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10002, Ukraine, Zhytomyr,
Velyka Berdychivska Street, 56a - in.touch.ukraine.foundation@gmail.com