As the war in Ukraine enters its third year, a Cork-based charity is ramping up relief efforts to provide aid to thousands of war victims. Fiona Corcoran from the Greater Chernobyl Cause, who has witnessed firsthand the devastation caused by the ongoing conflict, has been tending to people impacted by the war.
Aid efforts intensify as Ireland steps up support
Fiona Corcoran from the Greater Chernobyl Cause has been tending to people affected by the atrocities of unrest on the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Currently, she is visiting injured Ukrainian soldiers at a local military hospital and baby homes in the city’s capital, Kyiv.
She will also spend time in villages devastated by unrest, where many refugee families have escaped. She said the scale of the pain and suffering she has witnessed reflects much of what we see on our television screens.
According to her, the people of Ireland have put their hands in their pockets, and she cannot thank them enough for their generous support, but much more is required. A recently acquired combi van has allowed the charity to transport food, clothes, generators, and other essential equipment across hundreds of miles of war-torn territory; however, families struggle without shelter, water, and even the most basic amenities.
Cork charity founder brings relief to those in desperate need
“Until we can see an end to the fighting, thousands of vulnerable families will continue to live in appalling conditions, fearing what tomorrow may bring. If you could support our efforts again, it could make a difference to those living on the very edge of existence; any donation, however small, will be welcome,” Fiona Corcoran said.
Ms Corcoran is also heading for Prybirsk, which is close to Chernobyl and just outside the exclusion zone. The Cork woman has been desperately trying to ensure proper care for nursing home residents in the area.
This is in response to requests for speciality beds, mobility aids, and kitchen and sanitation equipment. The most recent acquisition was an ambulance transporting patients to Kyiv for treatment.
She said out of the 30 residents who live at the residence, half of them are bedridden, and there is a lot of work that still needs to be done.
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Similarly, the charity organization Ziedot.Iv, in collaboration with the Latvian Public Service Media (LSM), has launched a fundraising campaign titled “In Thoughts and Deeds Together with Ukraine.” The campaign, scheduled to run from February 6 to March 2, aims to provide medical aid and educational funding support to the Ukrainian children who are affected by the ongoing war.
As the humanitarian crisis deepens, the Greater Chornobyl Cause continues to provide critical support to war victims in Ukraine. The charity is calling for continued donations to sustain its efforts.
Every contribution, no matter the size, can help save lives and bring hope to those affected by war.