The wave of aid from Wrocław has reached Kłodzko and Głuchołazy. Foundation Ukraine united forces with local organizations and businesses to support communities affected by the flood in southwestern Poland caused by cyclone “Borys.” On September 24-25, Polish and Ukrainian volunteers worked side by side to restore normalcy in areas where the disaster had disrupted their sense of security.
As part of the “Wave for Wave” initiative organized on September 24, over 80 volunteers from Wrocław headed to Kłodzko. The efforts were coordinated by the Impel Group, which provided specialized equipment, tools, and cleaning supplies. Foundation Ukraine, Ptach Foundation, Crédit Agricole Group, and ProCuro Foundation also joined the initiative. Polish and Ukrainian volunteers combined their efforts to clean streets and buildings, removing the destruction left by the flood. The scope of work was carefully planned in collaboration with crisis management teams and local authorities to best meet the needs of the disaster-affected residents.
The following day, on September 25, 16 volunteers from the Foundation Ukraine and Ptach Foundation, with the support of the Impel Group, Radio ZET, and PolBus, continued their mission in Głuchołazy, working together to restore order and normalcy.
Solidarity in action – the Ukrainian community joins in aid
In both aid initiatives, nearly 100 volunteers from Poland and Ukraine participated in efforts aimed at restoring order in the flood-affected cities. Volunteers from non-governmental organizations supporting migrant communities actively engaged in helping those who needed it most during these difficult times. Many of them understand from personal experience how terrifying and challenging it is to lose everything you have and how difficult it can be to return to normal life.
“I am a refugee from Kakhovka, which is occupied by the Russian army, and I know what it means to lose everything after the dam was blown up. In Poland, I found shelter and kind hearts that helped me. This experience taught me how important support is in tough times. That’s why I immediately volunteered for the action, because I know how much it can help others,” says Tetiana, one of the volunteers involved in the “Wave for Wave” initiative.
The “great clean-up” actions following the flood have become a beautiful example of solidarity and cooperation. Responding to grassroots initiatives from employees and volunteers of non-governmental organizations, these actions united people from various backgrounds, joining forces to support affected communities.
Find Out How to Join the Effort
Details about the “Wave for Wave” initiative can be found on the Impel Group’s website: https://impel.pl/dlapowodzian/.
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