The conflict in Ukraine is responsible for the exodus of 3.5 million Ukrainians (8% of the population) to nearby countries and displacement of another 6.5 million still in the country. This will likely create one of the largest refugee crises in Europe since World War II.

UNICEF has set up 26 Blue Dot safe spaces, each with the capacity to assist 3,000 to 5,000 people per day, in Moldova, Romania, Belarus, Slovakia, Poland, Hungary, and Czech Republic. These environments provide psychosocial support alongside health, hygiene, first aid, and nutrition services.

You can help mobilize and sustain such essential support wherever and whenever children and families need assistance. At the United Nations Association’s store in Tucson we gratefully accept financial gifts, which we then forward to UNICEF for Ukrainian relief efforts. Thank you for your generosity and solidarity with those experiencing this tragic invasion.