Plan International East and Central Europe

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children's rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child, but know this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it is girls who are most affected. Since 2022, we have been actively engaged in Ukraine, Poland, Moldova, and Romania as part of a Regional Response to the war in Ukraine. Our primary strategic goal is to enhance and augment the humanitarian efforts of civil society partners, with a focus on mitigating the vulnerabilities and risks faced by refugees, displaced individuals, and those affected by the conflict in Ukraine and neighboring host nations. Specifically, our efforts target girls, young people, and minority or non-dominant groups, aiming to bolster their resilience, well-being, and agency. Our commitment extends to providing immediate humanitarian aid to children and their families impacted by the war. This conflict has resulted in a staggering number of civilian casualties, widespread destruction, and the displacement of millions, compelling us to act swiftly to address the urgent needs arising from these dire circumstances. Having work in hand with over 40 partners, we have reached over +250.000 people affected by the war in Ukraine, through our strategic topics: humanitarian assistance; child protection; mental health and psycho-Social support; education and learning; gender-based violence; and sexual reproductive health rights.