Children in Ukraine are enduring deepening hardship as the war persists and humanitarian funding declines, leaving gaps in essential services. The psychological toll on children is profound: 63% of households report mental health challenges, and an estimated 1.5 million are at risk of PTSD, depression and other disorders. Many show alarming symptoms—speech difficulties, involuntary twitching, nightmares and terrors—and parents and doctors have even reported children developing grey hair from extreme stress.

Against this backdrop, the panel brings together Rädda Barnen, Act Svenska Kyrkan and Clowner Utan Gränser to explore how organizations are responding to these evolving mental health and psychosocial needs. The discussion will examine how experiences differ across various groups; what promising practices are emerging; and how structured interventions can be balanced with community‑based, creative or faith‑informed approaches. Panelists will reflect on lessons learned from working with children in a crisis and conflict setting, the risks of overlooking local capacities, and how psychosocial support can shift from emergency relief toward long‑term healing, resilience and social cohesion.