IOM Ukraine

Businesses in Bucha and Irpin are turning recovery into reality. With IOM grants, small businesses are creating jobs, supplying essential goods & restoring confidence in war-affected communities.

IOM DDG @LeeSungAh_ had a comprehensive discussion with Deputy Minister for Development of Communities & Territories of Ukraine Oleksii Riabykin on IOM’s support with housing, community resilience & digital governance. @MinForUADev

Moved by the determination of communities in Ukraine to rebuild their lives. From small businesses reopening to partnerships driving long-term recovery, their resolve to restore livelihoods and dignity is inspiring. IOM stands firmly alongside Ukraine on this journey.

Happy to reaffirm IOM’s commitment to humanitarian response and recovery efforts in Ukraine and abroad, at the meeting with Iryna Vereshchuk, Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine @APUkraine.

Today, I met with @matzschmale @UN_Ukraine to discuss Ukraine’s evolving needs, IOM’s recovery priorities within UN frameworks, and the importance of the UN in enabling durable solutions in Ukraine’s long-term recovery.

Funded by @EUDelegationUA, IOM held a training in Vinnytsia to help facilitators integrate mental health support with livelihood recovery. Participants worked with practical tools to better assist veterans across Ukraine.

IOM stands ready to support Ukraine in safeguarding the rights of war-affected people and fostering a survivor-centred approach to transitional justice and reparations. Had a productive meeting with Ukraine’s Ombudsman @lubinetzs in Kyiv today.

In Bila Tserkva, Kyiv region, IOM held an employment seminar for IDPs. “A new place often means a new profession — the war forces everyone to adapt,” says coach Anna Tambovska. 500 participants will attend retraining courses to find new opportunities & support their families.

Over 1 million Ukrainians have returned from displacement abroad. More recent returnees are facing limited job opportunities or access to essential services — 1 in 4 are considering leaving again. Discover the latest insights from ⁠our new report: bit.ly/4lqeTZW

This week, @IOMchief was in Rome for #URC2025. Check out her interview with @InterfaxUkr to learn about the role of migration in Ukraine's recovery. en.interfax.com.ua/news/interview…

At #URC2025, I reaffirmed IOM’s deep commitment to Ukraine’s recovery and our partnerships across the region. Grateful to meet H.E. @MarkoDjuric and @lubinetzs, vital allies in upholding dignity, rights, and resilience for those most affected by war.

At the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Rome, I emphasized the need to ensure conditions for safe, dignified returns of displaced Ukrainians through economic recovery and social cohesion efforts. IOM stands ready to support those vulnerable every step of the way. #URC2025

Grateful for meaningful discussions today at #URC2025 with 🇱🇹 Foreign Minister @BudrysKestutis, 🇧🇪 Deputy Prime Minister @prevotmaxime & 🇪🇺 Special Envoy @YlvaJohansson. We reaffirmed our shared commitment to safe, regular migration, & to Ukraine’s recovery, protection & future.

At the Ukraine Recovery Conference in #Rome, @IOMchief called for support for #Ukraine’s long-term recovery. “Recovery must begin with a focus on the people in need,” she said. “It is not just about returning home, but about regaining a place in society. iom.int/ZxK

In Rome for #URC2025 to join governments, businesses and communities working together to support Ukraine’s recovery. We are here to help rebuild lives, restore services, and stand in solidarity with the Ukrainian people.

Over 7,000 demobilized veterans live in Zaporizhzhia region. With support from the European Union @EUDelegationUA, IOM organized a job fair in Zaporizhzhia to support veterans and their families access new career opportunities and reintegrate into civilian life.

With support from @JPEmbUA, IOM is strengthening partners’ capacity by training 100+ NGO members across Ukraine on preventing sexual exploitation, abuse & harassment. The topic will be integrated into all their activities to raise public awareness. Learn more: @IOMJapan

“Having enough laptops is critical—we manage data and support vulnerable people faster now,” says Inna, from the Resilience Centre in Rivne, western 🇺🇦. With funding from @SwissUA @UNAction, IOM also delivered laptops & flashlights to Centres in Zaporizhzhia and Poltava region.