On November 16, 2024, the Institute for Reintegration, Rehabilitation and Professional Development of Veterans “Architecture of Resilience” of the Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture held an event “Children’s Health during War: How to Protect and Improve”. The speaker at the event was the Institute’s specialist, pediatric neurologist Denys Boychuk. The event was held as part of the support for veterans’ families and was aimed at strengthening the mental and physical health of children in modern conditions.
Since the beginning of the war, children have become one of the most vulnerable categories of society, as constant stress, change of environment and a sense of danger significantly affect their mental and physical condition. Therefore, the issue of providing comprehensive support to children and their parents is extremely important to help them overcome the challenges of the modern world.
As part of the event, parents had the opportunity to take part in a seminar where Denys Boychuk spoke about important aspects of children’s health in times of crisis, how to recognize stress disorders in children, and what approaches can be useful to support their emotional state. In addition, the expert provided advice on physical activity, sleep patterns, nutrition, and communication with children, especially in crisis situations.
While the adults were immersed in the important topics of the seminar, the children had fun and beneficial time with the specialists of the Kyiv City Employment Center engaged in career guidance. Interesting games and exercises were organized for them to help them discover the world of different professions, in particular, to get acquainted with the profession of an architect and a builder. Students in grades 8-11 were also given a career guidance test that allowed them to better understand their own interests and potential, which may make it easier to choose a future profession. In addition, children had the opportunity to learn more about the specialties offered by the Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture. The Department of Environmental Protection Technologies and Labor Protection conducted a tour of its laboratories – water, earth and air.
This event was an important step in supporting veterans’ families by providing them with effective tools to keep their children healthy, as well as an opportunity for children to broaden their horizons and learn about potential professional fields. Such initiatives not only help to overcome the psychological consequences of war, but also strengthen society by contributing to the formation of a more resilient and conscious generation.
The Institute of Reintegration, Rehabilitation and Professional Development of Veterans “Architecture of Resilience” of KNUBA plans to continue organizing such events, involving leading experts and partners, to support veterans’ families in this difficult time.
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