Project leader:
NOMADA – Association for the Integration of Multicultural Society
Partners:
Foundation Ukraine
The Kaleidoscope of Cultures Foundation
The project “Strengthening protection and wellbeing of Ukrainian refugee children and caregivers in collective accommodation centers” is a joint initiative implemented in Lower Silesia in response to the needs of refugee families residing in collective accommodation centers.
Activities are carried out in cooperation with three organizations that combine their expertise to provide children and their caregivers with comprehensive support. Foundation Ukraine is responsible for developmental workshops, Nomada Association for educational and preventive activities, and the Kaleidoscope of Cultures Foundation for psychological support and specialized consultations.
Project objective
By implementing this project, we aim to provide comprehensive and multidimensional support for children and their caregivers, thereby improving the quality of life of refugee families in collective accommodation centers through:
- protecting children from violence and neglect,
- promoting mental health and well-being,
- supporting caregivers in positive parenting and strengthening their independence,
- developing local child protection mechanisms through cooperation between institutions and social organizations.
Main project activities
The activities focus on protecting children from all forms of violence, abuse, exploitation, and neglect, as well as on supporting their psychosocial well-being. At the same time, the project aims to strengthen caregivers by developing their parenting skills and sense of agency, and by building local child protection systems through cross-sectoral cooperation.
Activities of Foundation Ukraine:
- conducting 60 workshops for 200 children living in collective accommodation centers in Lower Silesia,
- using proven methods of working with children, such as TeamUp, Heart, and Lego Serious Play, which foster integration, socio-emotional development, and coping with stress.
Activities of Nomada Association:
- workshops raising awareness of child protection for both caregivers and children,
- trainings for parents on positive parenting and violence prevention,
- sessions dedicated to gender-based violence (GBV), including case management, creating support pathways, and referring caregivers to relevant institutions.
Activities of the Kaleidoscope of Cultures Foundation:
- individual and group psychological consultations for children, youth, and caregivers,
- regular psychological duty hours in the Grochowa and Sezam accommodation centers in Wrocław,
- weekend visits by mobile teams of psychologists to residents of remote collective centers,
- referrals to specialists (psychiatrists, neurologists, speech therapists) when needed,
- supervision and professional support for MHPSS staff to ensure the quality and sustainability of activities.
Expected project results
As a result of the activities carried out under the project, refugee children will gain access to a safe space for emotional and educational support, which will contribute to improving their well-being and social integration. Caregivers will acquire knowledge and tools to apply positive parenting practices, strengthening their sense of agency and making it easier to cope with everyday challenges. Meanwhile, local communities and institutions will benefit from reinforced child protection mechanisms, fostering the creation of a more inclusive and safe environment.
The project is implemented by Nomada Association, Kaleidoscope of Cultures Foundation, and Foundation Ukraine in partnership with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), with the support of the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration (PRM) and the Government of the Republic of Korea.
