UDC 364-787.2:314.151.3-054.73]: SOCIAL SUPPORT OF INTERNALLY DISPLACED PERSONS THROUGH PROJECT ACTIVITIES OF NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS
DOI : https://doi.org/10.51706/2707-3076-2025-12-19
Abstract
The article examines the role of project-based activities of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in providing social support to internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Ukraine. The key areas of social assistance, including housing, medical, legal, psychological, and educational support for IDPs, are analyzed. The specific features of the project-based approach in NGO activities are identified, and the effectiveness of implemented projects is assessed.
Given the increasing role of civil society initiatives in ensuring comprehensive support for IDPs, particular attention is paid to the analysis of three NGOs: the NGO «IDPs of Ukraine», the Charity Organization «East SOS» and the Charity Fund «HelpGroup». The specificity of their projects aimed at social adaptation, legal and psychological assistance, employment, social integration, and humanitarian support is examined.
The NGO «IDPs of Ukraine» establishes support hubs for IDPs, providing humanitarian, legal, psychological, and educational assistance while also promoting legislative initiatives to expand social guarantees for displaced persons. The Charity Organization «East SOS» delivers humanitarian aid, conducts evacuation efforts, and documents war crimes, combining social support with advocacy activities. The Charity Fund «HelpGroup» focuses on medical and psychological support for IDPs, funding treatment and medication, as well as implementing rehabilitation programs and volunteer initiatives.
It has been established that the effectiveness of project-based activities largely depends on clearly defined objectives, consideration of actual IDP needs, efficient resource utilization, and the establishment of partnerships.
Thus, the research findings outline prospects for further improvement of NGOs' project-based activities in supporting IDPs, which may serve as a foundation for the development of more effective social programs and integration strategies for displaced persons in host communities.
