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Ukraine: Youth Voices on Mental Health & Psychosocial Support in War-Affected Communities [EN/UK]
By War Child International at ReliefWeb
· July 3, 2026
· 1 min read
. This report outlines the interventions led by five groups of young people living in Western and Northern Ukraine, supported by Ukrainian Step by Step Foundation and War Child Alliance. This report details their concerns regarding the escalating Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) needs
Key takeaway Since November 2024, five VoiceMore groups have been established in Storozynets, Khotyn (Chernivtsi oblast), Shepetivka, Starokonstantiniv (Khmelnytskyi oblast) and Trostyanets (Sumy oblast), engaging 75 young people aged 15-24.
Why this matters
The involvement of young people in addressing mental health and psychosocial support needs in war-affected communities of Ukraine highlights the critical role of youth empowerment in humanitarian responses. By supporting youth-led initiatives, organizations like the Ukrainian Step by Step Foundation and War Child Alliance can help ensure that interventions are tailored to the specific needs and concerns of children and youth. The establishment of VoiceMore groups in various regions of Ukraine demonstrates the potential for community-based approaches to promote awareness, access, and trust in available services. As the report emphasizes the need for youth-defined solutions, it also underscores the importance of amplifying youth voices at national and international levels, allowing for more effective advocacy and support. The success of such initiatives will depend on the ability of local and national stakeholders to respond to the call to action, prioritizing the mental health and well-being of Ukraine's conflict-affected youth.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? . This report outlines the interventions led by five groups of young people living in Western and Northern Ukraine, supported by Ukrainian Step by Step Foundation and War Child Alliance. This report details their concerns regarding the escalating Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) needs
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