CORE is on the ground in Poland and Romania supporting
the immediate needs of refugees and those in need inside Ukraine.

SITUATION

The war in Ukraine has created the largest humanitarian crisis in Europe since World War II. The conflict has forced nearly 13 million people and counting from their homes. Over 5.2 million people have fled Ukraine for neighboring countries in search of safety, and an additional 7.7 million are believed to be displaced within Ukraine.*

The resulting humanitarian needs are dire and widespread. Damage to residential areas has significantly crippled civilian infrastructure in many areas within Ukraine, and many of those who have fled the country have been forced to leave behind most of their possessions. This has created an urgent need for a variety of basic necessities, including food, medication, and hygiene items.

Many displaced individuals also desperately need access to safe shelter as well as cash to support themselves as they attempt to resettle away from their homes. Additional support measures, including protection and mental health services, are also in great need.

*Data current as of April 26, 2022, according to UNHCR

OUR RESPONSE

CORE’s teams are in Poland and Romania working with international and local partners to support the critical needs of refugees and those in need within Ukraine.

Our response is focused on:

• Providing flexible cash assistance to help refugee families get access to essential items, such as food, water, and safe transit to shelter ( Read more: CORE’s partnership with Mastercard )
• Supporting community-based refugee shelters with staffing and supplies to sustain and scale their crucial operations
• Distributing hygiene kits with soap, hand sanitizer, toothbrushes, and other essential hygiene items
• Sending essential resources to collective shelters in Ukraine including food, hygiene products, and baby supplies
• Supporting mental wellness and protection services for refugees, particularly women and children

CORE’s efforts will continue to adapt to support refugees and those in need who remain inside Ukraine as their needs evolve throughout the humanitarian crisis.