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Women at the Frontline: Safety, Access, and Support Needs in the East of Ukraine
By Gender Based Violence Area of Responsibility at ReliefWeb
· June 17, 2026
· 1 min read
. This report presents a joint analysis by the Gender-Based Violence Workstream (GBV Workstream) and the World Food Programme (WFP) examining women’s safety, access to services, and support needs in frontline-adjacent areas in the East of Ukraine. These areas remain critically underserved by special
Why this matters
The collaboration between the Gender-Based Violence Workstream and the World Food Programme in eastern Ukraine highlights the critical role of food distribution points as safe and trusted access points for women and girls in conflict-affected areas. By integrating GBV life-saving information and dignity support into food assistance delivery, this approach demonstrates a feasible model for reaching vulnerable populations that may be inaccessible through traditional GBV programming. The fact that women, particularly older women, have low trust in formal GBV services and hotlines underscores the need for alternative and community-based referral pathways. The success of this pilot project has significant implications for the development of integrated GBV interventions in conflict zones, where protection and essential assistance must be carefully balanced to mitigate potential risks. As humanitarian organizations continue to navigate the complexities of frontline operations, this model offers a valuable framework for adapting GBV programming to meet the specific needs of women and girls in these contexts.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 17, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 1 min
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