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“Even a Storm Can Be Beautiful”: Olena Rozvadovska and Azad Safarov on the Team, Creativity, and the Foundation’s Plans for 2026
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01.05.2026
“Even a Storm Can Be Beautiful”: Olena Rozvadovska and Azad Safarov on the Team, Creativity, and the Foundation’s Plans for 2026
Olena and Azad met in the east of Ukraine long before Russia’s full-scale invasion. Back then, he told her: “In five years, we’ll have a Foundation.” She didn’t believe him. Today, the Voices of Children team works across Ukraine, creates books that are later translated by HarperCollins, runs art labs in the mountains, and is preparing to open a large Childhood Center.
Statement of non-governmental organizations addressed to the Members of the International Coalition for the return of Ukrainian children
Foundation news
30.04.2026
Statement of non-governmental organizations addressed to the Members of the International Coalition for the return of Ukrainian children
Since the start of Russian aggression against Ukraine in 2014, violations against Ukrainian children indicate a deliberate policy, rather than unfortunate consequences of the war. With the full-scale invasion, the violations grew in number and spread to the newly occupied territories by Russia.
Held Captive by Trauma: How Ukrainians’ Attitudes Toward Mental Health Have Changed
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29.04.2026
Held Captive by Trauma: How Ukrainians’ Attitudes Toward Mental Health Have Changed
The changes brought by the war have affected everyone, yet society is adapting to them unevenly. A significant number of Ukrainians continue to live trapped in unresolved trauma, which destructively affects both physical health and social relationships. In this context, one of the most difficult challenges is overcoming the barriers that stand in the way of professional psychological support, which is especially common among older generations.
Famous Hollywood Actor on Voices of Children: “That’s an Extraordinary Organization”
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26.03.2026
Famous Hollywood Actor on Voices of Children: “That’s an Extraordinary Organization”
Hollywood actor and co-founder of BlueCheck Ukraine, Liev Schreiber, spoke on the Voices Podcast about why he chose to support grassroots Ukrainian organizations from the very first days of Russia’s full-scale invasion and why he values the Voices of Children Foundation.
February at Voices of Children Centers: A New Opening, Valentine's Cards, and Ongoing Support for Families
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12.03.2026
February at Voices of Children Centers: A New Opening, Valentine's Cards, and Ongoing Support for Families
In February, our centers organized Valentine’s Day events and carefully crafted other meaningful moments with themed sessions and community events. Alongside these activities, we continued to hold support groups for adults and work closely within local communities. During these meetings, parents spoke openly about the realities they are facing—the challenges of parenting during war, deep exhaustion, and ongoing fears for their children.
“Let These Children’s Eyes Reach Into Every Soul”: An Exhibition About Growing Up in War That You Should Not Miss
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20.02.2026
“Let These Children’s Eyes Reach Into Every Soul”: An Exhibition About Growing Up in War That You Should Not Miss
Right at the entrance to the Kyiv History Museum, a boy meets your gaze. Oleh looks straight at you, his expression is deep and serious, not the way nine-year-olds usually do. He was five when Russia’s full-scale invasion began. During the siege of Mariupol, he didn’t step outside for twenty days, until his parents decided they had to break out of the city.
January at Voices of Children Centers: How Children Created Horses of Hope and Sculpted Angels for Their Loved Ones
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17.02.2026
January at Voices of Children Centers: How Children Created Horses of Hope and Sculpted Angels for Their Loved Ones
January once again proved how vital our centers have become for children and parents across Ukraine. In Chernihiv, children attended sessions even in –25°C temperatures. They were simply tired of staying home and being on their phones.
December at Voices of Children Centers: Psychological Support and Holiday Events for Children
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13.01.2026
December at Voices of Children Centers: Psychological Support and Holiday Events for Children
In December, we prepared for St. Nicholas Day, Christmas, and New Year while also completing psychological programs and summing up the results of 2025. Teams at our centers worked with children of different ages, adolescents, parents, and professionals. We combined in-depth psychological support with a festive atmosphere, organizing New Year-themed interactive activities and quests, giving gifts, and sharing moments of joy. We also carried out visits to communities to reach as many families as possible.
The Dutch Raise €885,000 Over the Holidays to Support Ukrainians
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05.01.2026
The Dutch Raise €885,000 Over the Holidays to Support Ukrainians
In just one week, from Christmas Eve to New Year’s Day, readers of three Dutch newspapers raised nearly €900,000 to support Ukrainians. This year, the amount raised is the largest in the history of the charity initiative, which, for the fourth consecutive year, has been organized by Dutch journalist and volunteer Patrick van ’t Haar. Traditionally, part of the funds will be allocated to programs run by the Voices of Children Foundation, ensuring that children and families across Ukraine have access to professional psychological support.
A Safe Space for Children: How the Voices of Children Foundation’s Centers Worked in November
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12.12.2025
A Safe Space for Children: How the Voices of Children Foundation’s Centers Worked in November
November is traditionally a very active month for the teams of the Voices of Children Foundation. Psychologists, case managers, and psychosocial facilitators conducted group sessions, organized celebrations for World Children’s Day (November 20), had outreach visits to communities, and supported parents.