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Mental Health Support
Mental health shapes every aspect of life – from managing daily challenges to rebuilding a future in a new country. For displaced Ukrainians navigating war trauma, cultural adaptation, and uncertain immigration status, accessible mental health support isn't optional. It's essential.
Since 2022, OPORA has built a comprehensive mental health ecosystem that includes therapeutic support groups, educational interactive resources, webinars, and a nationwide directory of Ukrainian mental health services. All delivered in Ukrainian, by Ukrainian professionals who understand both the clinical needs and the lived experience of displacement.
The video shares just a few of these stories – people who've found their way through some of the hardest moments of their lives, with support that met them where they were.
Beyond the numbers many participants told us they finally felt understood by professionals who speak their language and recognise their unique challenges.
Practical, research-informed tools for self-healing and life across two cultures. Ukrainian families in the UK face different challenges depending on their age - which means adaptation must be supported differently too. One approach simply cannot fit all. That’s why we created a series of mental health books for three age groups:
● Children (7–12) – adaptation through activities, play and curiosity● Teenagers (13–18) – support through identity, emotions and real-life situations● Adults (18+) – practical tools for self-awareness and long-term well-being
Each book is more than a publication - it is a mental health resource that helps individuals and families build resilience, emotional literacy and sustainable life between two cultures. Our goal is not only to help Ukrainians adapt, but to help them feel grounded, understood and empowered.
Videos
IRC and OPORA have joined together to support Ukrainians in the UK, creating 10 videos on key mental health topics to increase awareness and provide self-help tools. Each discussed topic combines theoretical and practical components. For more details about IRC, visit: https://www.rescue.org/uk
Webinars
Expert-led sessions on mental health topics – attend live or watch recordingsWe regularly host webinars led by psychologists covering topics our community tells us matter most. All sessions are interactive with Q&A, recorded, and available afterwards.Impact: 40+ sessions delivered | 2,500+ total attendances
Our two books were created by OPORA to support the mental health and emotional wellbeing of Ukrainian children and teenagers in the UK. Their publication was kindly funded by The Story of Christmas (Registered Charity No. 1145066).
The wider “Mental Health” project has been made possible by funding from The National Lottery Community Fund.