Creation of an inter-regional hub of women's initiatives to help vulnerable population groups in the North-Eastern regions of Ukraine ltpgtThe project provides for the provision of priority needs of the vulnerable category (especially women, people with disabilities and the elderly) by creating an inter-regional hub of women's initiatives to help vulnerable sections of the population in the northeastern regions of Ukraine.ltbrgtThe project provides multifunctional services. The Hub will function with multi-functional services aimed at protecting and meeting the urgent needs of IDPs and people affected by the conflict in Ukraine, as well as the effective administration and support of women's initiatives to overcome the humanitarian crisis.ltbrgtThe territory of the project is the north-eastern regions of Ukraine (Sumy, Chernihiv, Kharkiv regions).ltbrgtTarget audience of the project:ltbrgt- people with disabilities,ltbrgt- elderlyltbrgt- vulnerable women and children living in areas with a high concentration of IDPs, living in areas with a high concentration of returnees, and in accessible areas located in close proximity to the front line.ltbrgtImplementation partners are local humanitarian organizations and regional authorities. It is also planned to hold an open tender for sub-granting for small NGOs from small communities.ltbrgtKey tasks of the project:ltbrgt- provision of urgent protection, including social and psychological assistance (as well as redirection may apply)ltbrgt- provision of essential items and access to quality waterltbrgt- promoting the creation of a safe environment for integration and returning to normal life (combating human trafficking, combating gender-based violence), promoting self-realization and employment of vulnerable groups.ltbrgt- support and capacity building of women's initiatives and development of women's communities (in particular, persons with disabilities).ltbrgt- overcoming stereotypes / promotion of social services and opportunities for a vulnerable group of peopleltbrgt- improving the qualifications of local humanitarian workers (NGOs, communities, local authorities), bringing them into line with international humanitarian rules and standards.ltbrgtBuilding the capacity and potential of local women's initiatives, humanitarian organizations and volunteer groups/initiatives led by women or people with disabilities is part of the project. Local ODIs will be given priority.ltbrgtTogether with such organizations, the search/development of joint long-term solutions for improving the conditions of stay of IDPs and their further advocacy will also take place.ltbrgtIt is expected that as a result of the implementation of the project, assistance will be provided to at least 2,000 persons affected by the war (including at least 1,500 persons - a vulnerable group).ltbrgtThe level of capacity of women's initiatives/groups/organizations led by women to carry out activities in the humanitarian sphere - at least 30 organizations, volunteer and initiative groups (at least 100 unique participants, at least 2,000  covered by services).ltbrgtInformation coverage of project activities and opportunities - 500,000 people.ltbrgtPartner organizations led by women are involved in the implementation, and women and persons with disabilities or belonging to a vulnerable group are the leaders in the project in the public space.lt/pgt