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The war in Ukraine destroyed cities, separated families, and forced a quarter of the population to leave their homes. In the first year of the conflict, eight million Ukrainians left to neighboring countries and five million were internally displaced. Presently, close to six million individuals remain outside their homeland.
At the start of the war in 2022, Vitaliy and Katia lived near an area that had been occupied by the Russian military; they had to close their shop and struggled to find work. Concerned for their three daughters, they took a train to Poland. Not knowing what to do, they spent their first night sleeping on benches at the station. Next day, they met an Alight guide who found them a free 30-day stay from Airbnb.org, providing a safe, clean place to rest and plan their next steps in peace
Alight affiliate ORAM offered a series of events for LGBTIQ people fleeing Ukraine. One event, Colours of Resilience, brought participants together to cook and enjoy borsch, followed by a screening of the Ukrainian short film Before Curfew, depicting a queer love story during wartime. Another event was an employment workshop co-facilitated with the International Rescue Committee, providing information on employment support, vocational education, and training opportunities in Germany.
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Alight helps Ukrainians find safety amid crisis. Partnering with Airbnb.org, we've provided over 73,000 nights of free housing.
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On World Mental Health Day, Alight considers the importance of support for displaced people to heal and rebuild their lives after enduring violence and hardship.
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A family of five is ready for a fresh start in Boston and grateful for newcomer support upon arrival.
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Yuliia's journey from Bakhmach, Ukraine, to Boston exemplifies resilience and strength. Despite the war's devastation, she found hope and security through Alight’s Jobs Pathway Program.
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Vitaliy and his family fled their home in Odessa due to the war in Ukraine. After struggling to find housing in Poland, they found refuge through Alight and Airbnb. This stay provided them with a safe place to rest and plan their future.
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When the war in Ukraine began, Mariola and her family wanted to help. Living in Krakow, Poland, they used their experience as Airbnb hosts to provide short-term housing for Ukrainian refugees through Alight's Airbnb.org partnership.
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Olena, a single mother from Ukraine, brought her four children to Poland for safety after their home city was bombed. Facing numerous challenges, including job loss and housing difficulties, Olena eventually found a temporary home through Alight's partnership with Airbnb.org.
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Amid the crisis, Alight emphasizes "doing the doable" by collaborating with local organizations to provide essentials like food, medicine, and shelter. Our efforts on the Polish border and within Ukraine ensure immediate, impactful support.
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Alight has sent a team of rapid-response aid workers to Poland to support fleeing Ukrainian families in a moment of crisis.
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Artem Fedorenko, a 10-year-old Ukrainian boy who lost his arm in a bombing during the Russian invasion. He relocated to Minnesota for a prosthetic and has since adjusted well.
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"From War to Welcome" showcases the power of partnership in guiding displaced Ukrainians to safety.
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