Let’s talk about a serious and very important topic – the issue of homelessness faced by Ukrainians both in Ukraine and abroad. The war has destroyed the lives of millions, and one of the most severe consequences has been the loss of housing. So let’s discuss what is happening and how people are fighting for the right to have a roof over their heads.
How the war destroyed 2 million houses
Imagine this – two million homes were destroyed by the war. This is an incredible number of people who have lost their homes and are now forced to seek shelter. Many of them are left homeless or forced to seek help from charitable organizations. And this is not only in Ukraine but also abroad, where many Ukrainians find themselves in difficult conditions due to displacement.
The good news is that women and children fleeing from the war often receive more support. Humanitarian organizations and countries hosting refugees are doing everything possible to provide them with housing, food, and medical assistance. But for adult men, especially those without families, finding shelter is much more challenging.
One interesting fact is that 31% of the homeless in Kyiv and other cities are former prisoners. Due to the war and economic crisis, many of them simply cannot reintegrate into normal life, and their opportunities for rehabilitation are limited.
Shelters: critical shortage
Imagine, in the capital of Ukraine, Kyiv, there is only one state shelter for the homeless, and it serves the entire central region. This is incredibly insufficient for the number of people in need of assistance, so charitable organizations often take on the majority of the work.
Unfortunately, the situation is also challenging abroad. For example, Hungary recently stopped providing housing to thousands of Ukrainian refugees, stating that certain western regions of Ukraine are safe for return. In Poland, the situation has also worsened – public sentiments are changing due to concerns about the social benefits received by Ukrainian refugees.
The homelessness crisis is only escalating. Help is needed not only from the government, but also from society. Therefore, it is important to support those in need and to collectively seek solutions.
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