02/25/2026
Four years ago, on February 24, 2022, Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine began. Four years later, Ukraine’s children are still paying an extraordinary price.
The war has resulted in death, injuries, and mass displacement, with millions forced to flee their homes. Children have been robbed of their childhoods - of time with friends and family, of stability, of a peaceful life. Many carry invisible scars and trauma that may take a lifetime to heal.
The damage extends beyond the battlefield. Vital infrastructure has been severely impacted, limiting access to electricity, heating, water, and telecommunications. Families’ incomes and access to essential services have been decimated.
Pre-schools, primary, and secondary schools have been damaged or destroyed by bombing and shelling, disrupting children’s education - with potentially lifelong consequences.
Displaced children, those living in institutions, and children with disabilities face particularly severe challenges.
This is not only a war between nations. It is a crisis affecting an entire generation. Stand with their children of Ukraine. Support UNICEF’s work. Stay informed. Share their stories.🇺🇦🙏🏻
