After millions of Ukrainian families moved to the countries of the European Union due to the war, problems with the deprivation of children from citizens arise. The Chairwoman of the European Association of Ukrainian Women, Violetta Dvornikova, spoke about this issue and recommendations for the actions of parents and the state.
Since the beginning of the war, more than 8 million Ukrainians have left for Europe, of which at least a third are children. Data from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs shows that there are already about a hundred cases of child deprivation - in Belgium, Germany, the Netherlands, the Czech Republic, and Poland.
Dvornikova emphasizes the importance of responding to any claims regarding parenthood abroad. One can seek help from the Ukrainian community, embassy or consulate, and look for legal support in family law and social protection to avoid conflicts with social services and keep the family together.
Actions of the state
A systematic approach, legal assistance on the ground, and cooperation through embassies are the state's response to these cases. It is important to create support infrastructure for Ukrainian families in the EU, as many of them need help in new legal conditions.
Ukrainian families who have problems abroad with social services can contact the embassies of Ukraine and other organizations for support.
### Summary:
After the relocation of millions of Ukrainian families to the countries of the European Union due to the war, problems with the deprivation of children from citizens arise. The Chairwoman of the European Association of Ukrainian Women, Violetta Dvornikova, emphasizes the importance of response and legal support for Ukrainian families. The state should consider a systematic approach and cooperation through embassies to support Ukrainian citizens in Europe.