Two years ago, the Russian Federation began its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. As with all wars, children are the innocent victims. This presentation tells the story of how Ukrainian educators have courageously responded to meeting their students' academic, social, and emotional needs. As mental health specialists, there are many lessons that we can take from their story.
Outcomes:- Provide an overview of how educators and school-based mental health professionals are supporting Ukrainian students who the Russian Federation invasion has adversely affected.
- Review recent research and educationally related articles on the topics of educators’ trauma-informed responses and strengthening the resiliency of their students.
- Describe the work of the Ukrainian NGO Voices of Children in their support of Ukrainian children, parents, and educators affected by the war.
- Identify practices and interventions that have applicability to supporting children in this country adversely affected by violence and other adverse childhood experiences.
- Provide information on ways to support the work of Ukrainian educators and school-related mental health providers.
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