Rhoda Margesson

“ In addition to providing funding and material for humanitarian assistance in Ukraine, the EU has taken steps that unlock €20 billion in EU resources for member states hosting refugees to use in meeting their housing, education, and health care needs. Non-EU members such as the United Kingdom, Switzerland, and Norway have adopted national protection mechanisms for Ukrainian refugees. As of November 15, 2022, more than 4.7 million Ukrainian refugees had registered for temporary protection in European countries. ”

“ Food insecurity is a problem in many areas. Winterization assistance, such as shelter weather-proofing and repairs, is being implemented, while humanitarian organizations are also mobilizing to provide emergency assistance to vulnerable populations in recently liberated areas. The United Nations has estimated that nearly 18 million people inside Ukraine will need relief and protection, including winter-specific interventions. ”

“ The mechanism provides Ukrainian nationals and other legal residents of Ukraine who cannot safely return to their countries of origin with immediate rights of residency, medical assistance, and access to housing, education, and the labor market in EU countries. ”