More than 3.6 million Ukrainians have fled war, including Nadya, who turned 16 last week. Her family fled their home in Mykolaiv, Ukraine and crossed the border into Romania on her birthday. CARE’s partner provided Nadya’s family with diapers for her baby brother Vova, and helped move their belongings to the car of a friend – who will drive them to Bulgaria while they plan their next steps.
Read MoreBuilding a more peaceful and understanding world isn’t just a nice idea. As recent events in Ukraine have shown, it’s one of the most pressing issues facing humankind. In the South Caucasus region — another fragile part of Eastern Europe that was once part of the former Soviet Union — the World Needs Challenge is equipping young people to play a role in building a more peaceful future.
Read MoreAlmost three million Ukrainian refugees, mostly women, children, and the elderly, have fled the country since the Feb. 24 Russian invasion. More people stream into Poland, Romania, Slovakia, and Moldova with each passing day. Ukrainians have demonstrated extraordinary resilience, and neighboring countries have embraced them with a generosity not often granted.
Read MoreCARE Turkey has been responding to urgent humanitarian needs in the wake of devastating winter weather in northwest Syria. The size of the need and the challenges inherent in the response get an up-close look through this photo essay, accompanied by a conversation with Sherine Ibrahim, CARE Turkey country director.
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