Methodology

This project adopts a qualitative approach, focusing on data collection from human service organisations (HSOs) situated in Ukraine, as well as other local stakeholders such as authorities, regulators, media outlets, and resource providers from both local and international levels. The primary geographical focus for data collection has been the urban centers of Kyiv and Lviv.

The aim of this project is to engage mainly with HSOs established prior to 2022 in order to gain a deeper understanding of how their circumstances and demands have evolved over time. To date, we have interacted with 10 HSOs and seven local stakeholders, including representatives from the media, local authorities, political figures, activists, and researchers. Data has been gathered through interviews, documentary materials supplied by these organisations, and publicly available information.

In addition to focusing on HSOs within Ukraine, the project has connected with organisations that bolster Ukrainian civil society, particularly those based in Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic, with a particular emphasis on their capital cities. Initially, the focus was on organisations run by the Ukrainian diaspora; however, this has revealed a vibrant network of events, actors, and organisations dedicated to raising awareness, maintaining public attention on the ongoing war, and supporting Ukraine. So far, the project has engaged with an additional 10 actors and organisations.

We sincerely appreciate your time, dedication, and willingness to participate in this project. Your contributions have been invaluable. As we transition into a more analytical phase, we encourage you to remain involved and explore some of the initial findings available here.

If you would like to further contribute to the project, please do not hesitate to reach out.