UNICEF Launches Mobile Classes in Ukraine
The war in Ukraine has had a devastating impact on the country's education system. Russian shelling has destroyed or damaged thousands of schools, leaving many children without a place to learn.
In response, UNICEF has launched a program of mobile classrooms where students can attend interactive lessons led by teachers.
Education Amidst Danger:
Ukrainian children face constant danger due to Russian shelling of civilian targets. UNICEF's mobile classes in eastern Ukraine teach children how to stay safe in these situations.
Student Testimonies:
- "We found mines on a playground once. I took my friend's hand and told him to run away because it was dangerous."
- "Unfortunately, the danger of mines is the most pressing problem right now. We are the most mined country and will be in this situation for a long time. Air raid sirens sound frequently because our region is very close to the front line. Very few schools teach in shelters, so the mobile school gives us the opportunity to meet and teach children."
- "When I returned to Zaporizhia from Poland, I was terrified of the S300 rockets flying over the city on my first night. My mother assured me that even though it was scary, I had to overcome my fear. Everything will be fine in the end."
Education Disrupted:
One in seven Ukrainian schools has been destroyed or damaged since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion. This has forced nearly 1.6 million students to abandon their education. However, around 900,000 Ukrainian children are studying remotely, as only schools with bomb shelters are allowed to operate offline, according to Kyiv press.
Translation by Iurie Tataru
