This summer, our foundation’s team of trainers once again had the honor of working with children in different parts of Ukraine. One of these special places was the children’s recreational camp “Lisova Pisnya”, located in the picturesque Kamianets-Podilskyi district. It is a cozy spot surrounded by nature, where children can combine rest and leisure with new discoveries, creativity, sports, and sincere communication. The camp’s atmosphere fosters a sense of safety, brings positive emotions, and helps children regain their strength.
Throughout the summer as well as spring, our team conducted the “Children and War. Teaching Recovery Techniques” therapy courses. This methodology helps children better understand themselves, reduce anxiety, cope with traumatic memories, lower stress levels, and gradually restore inner balance. For many participants, this was their very first experience with such knowledge, as most of the children in the camp come from large families, single-parent households, or families with limited financial means. For many it was their first time attending psychological sessions, going on excursions, joining engaging programs, and discovering that the world can be colorful and safe.
“We see how even a few sessions can become an important step in a child’s life: their attitude toward themselves changes, they gain more confidence, and begin to feel that they are capable of overcoming challenges. Such small yet truly meaningful changes inspire us even more,” shared Tetiana Kharkova, psychologist and trainer of the “Children and War. Teaching Recovery Techniques” program.
We are sincerely grateful to our donors and partners who have supported our initiatives for many years. It is thanks to their constant care and trust that we can implement these programs, reach more and more children, and expand the circle of support. Every child who receives help is proof that our shared efforts are truly changing lives for the better.
This project was created by the “HOPE worldwide Ukraine” Charity Foundation with the support of a grant from the Children’s Resilience Fund: Providing Capacity Building and Funding to Ukrainian Civil Society Organisations in Ukraine. The program is implemented by Crown Agents in Ukraine and Integrity Action.
