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Safe Spaces for Traumatized Children

Oana Sandu

June 09, 2023 |

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Response Location: Romania

The Association for Victims of Sexual Crimes is creating child-friendly interview spaces at legal institutions in Romania so that young survivors of sexual assault can be interviewed in a more comfortable setting and avoid further trauma.

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Trafficking Victims Get Help Where It's Needed Most

Kathrin Yaromich

May 18, 2023 |

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Response Location: Czech Republic, Prague

The L’Chaim initiative consists of a group of volunteers who visit women working in prostitution to build relationships to help these women prevent sex trafficking and to help victims find a way out. During visits, volunteers educate women on their rights, raise awareness of sex trafficking, and help them understand they may be victims and then connect them with appropriate resources, serving as a liaison between “victims” and “rescuers.”

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A Smart Bridge Between Generations

Anna Debreczeni

March 29, 2023 |

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Response Location: Hungary

A program run by Hungary’s largest phone company pairs high school students with seniors to teach them how to use smartphones, computers, and the internet. These after-school sessions allow students to fulfill their community-service graduation requirements.

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Safe Haven in Warsaw

Galina Abakunchyk

March 14, 2023 |

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Response Location: Poland, Warsaw

The Refugee House — also known as Teremok — provides a safe place to stay for Belarusians and Ukranians fleeing turmoil in their homelands. Through a partnership with the Italian aid charity organization Progetto Sud Institute, The Refugee House also provides food and other basic necessities like blankets and pillows. So far, more than 20 families – about 150 people – have lived at the Refugee House.

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Anti-Discrimination Toolbox

Evgeniya Dolgaya

January 30, 2023 |

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Response Location: Poland

The Center for Belarusian Solidarity provides legal advice, information, and support to Belarusian migrants who face discrimination in Poland due to their country's relationship with Russia. Lawyers from the center can help advocate for refugees at visa centers or refer them to the Commissioner for Human Rights in more severe cases of discrimination.

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In Sarajevo, Volunteers Become Friends to Children in Need

Lidija Pisker

January 19, 2023 |

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Response Location: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sarajevo

The Older Brother, Older Sister mentoring program pairs volunteers with children with challenging home lives, providing opportunities for the kids to connect with a young adult, learn social skills, and practice communication. Around 700 children have participated in Sarajevo's iteration of the program since 2004.

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Czech School Pioneers Peer-to-Peer Instruction

Zuzana Hronova

September 01, 2022 |

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Response Location: Czech Republic, Roudnice nad Labem

To enhance learning, Smart Primary School has integrated peer-mentoring in its curriculum through the Buddy program. Each student in the first grade is paired with a fifth grader who tutors and guides the younger one with lessons and activities for the next four years. The program has not just helped them improve their language, communication, and mathematics skills, but also helped enhance the school atmosphere through the trust and bonding students build in the process.

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Belarusian Diaspora Helps Victims of Repression

Maryia Hryts

February 28, 2022 |

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Response Location: Belarus

INeedHelpBy connects Belarusians living abroad with families currently experiencing government persecution and loss of income in the country. Donors have given over $1 million in emergency food aid directly to over 2,000 families in need. Donors pledge to buy at least two weeks of groceries and communicate directly with families to understand their needs. The organization verifies everyone’s identity, that they aren’t government infiltrators and that political repression led to loss of income for recipients. Connecting donors and recipients directly has also led to community building and emotional support.

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Energy Pioneers

Lucie Cejkova

February 17, 2022 |

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Response Location: Czech Republic, Litomerice

A Czech city leads the way in alternative energy, saving money and improving the air. In Litomerice, solar panels adorn apartment bulidings and serve as a n example to surrounding areas of how communities and governement can work together to improve air quality, all while saving money.

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Filling the Education Gap

Katerina Lanska

January 07, 2022 |

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Response Location: Czech Republic

The Faculties Tutor initiative connects elementary schools with students in need of tutoring with trained college students knowledgeable in the appropriate topics.

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