Ministry of Social Policy expands protection for children and youth deported or forcibly displaced by Russia
Kyiv • UNN
The government has extended protection for children and youth affected by deportations up to the age of 23. This will allow them to receive support, assistance with return and reintegration.
The government supported a draft resolution that strengthens the protection of children and youth affected by deportations and forced displacements as a result of Russia's armed aggression. This was reported by the Ministry of Social Policy, Family and Unity of Ukraine, according to UNN.
Details
The document stipulates that assistance and support will extend not only to minors, but also to individuals aged 18 to 23.
This applies to those who were still children during the war, were legally in Ukraine, and were deported, forcibly displaced, or at risk of such displacement.
It is noted that such young people will be able to receive support, assistance with return and reintegration, as well as the right to a relocation allowance from the state.
This assistance is also provided for children returning from deportation or occupied territories without adult accompaniment.
Our duty is to do everything to bring every child and every young Ukrainian home and help them feel safe. They have the right to education, support, and a new start in life. The state will not leave them alone with their problems.
The Government's decision also defines the procedure for confirming the return of children and youth from temporarily occupied territories.
The implementation of the resolution will ensure more complete protection of the rights of children and youth affected by Russia's criminal actions, and create conditions for their life and development in Ukraine.
Recall
In 2025, Ukraine will present a resolution condemning the abduction and deportation of children, and will launch a mechanism for tracking Ukrainian children.