A protection needs assessment was conducted in several oblasts, including Dnipropetrovska, Zaporizka, and Kharkivska. The assessment aimed to inform humanitarian programming and support local systems. It focused on protection risks, vulnerabilities, and access to services.

The assessment used a mixed-methods approach, combining survey data from households with key informant interviews. Survey data was collected from 1,841 respondents in January 2026, while interviews were conducted in December 2025. Further details on the assessment's findings and methodology are available from the source.

The report reflects the experiences and perceptions of the affected populations in the assessed areas.