Heroic help from Königs Wusterhausen: Sylvia defies Donbass!

Heroic help from Königs Wusterhausen: Sylvia defies Donbass!

In the middle of the severe humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, the committed Sylvia from Strausberg tirelessly campaigns for people on the front of the Donbass. She has been active since the beginning of the war and has already had 31 tours to transport urgently needed relief supplies such as association material, painkillers, clothing and energy bars. These goods are mainly financed by donations from Brandenburg, especially from Königs Wusterhausen. As Moz.de Isjum, just about 40 kilometers from the front, where it not only delivers relief supplies, but also experienced traumatic experiences and the psychological stress of the war.

The journeys through the dangerous death zone are not a sugar slack. Drone attacks and artillery shot often make the transports a risky undertaking. Nevertheless, Sylvia remains steadfast and emphasizes the urgency of high-quality first aid sets and other vital goods. She is supported by Uwe Kretschmar, who collects donations in kind in Königs Wusterhausen. In addition, Ukrainian young people visited the city to gain a distance from the war - a stay that was made possible by lottery and regional donations.

help on different levels

But the commitment to the Ukrainians does not end at the German border. According to the UN refugee agency, almost 400,000 people are currently fleeing the horrors of war in Ukraine. This number illustrates the need for relief campaigns not only in Germany, but everywhere in Europe. The Aargauer Zeitung emphasizes that in the canton Aargau have been set up numerous collection points for relief supplies - from sleeping bags and hygiene articles to initial aid sets.

Initiatives such as "Volunteers for Humanity" and local wrestling relay mobilize their resources to organize help that are brought directly to the western border area to Ukraine. There are also diverse actions in other regions to help the needy, be it through fundraisers or individual collections in neighborhoods.

teaching for the future

The humanitarian situation in Ukraine remains tense. As the UNHCR , millions of people are affected, and support must be maintained constantly. In addition to the distribution of emergency aid packages and psychosocial help, the organization successfully supported over 270,000 people to cover their basic needs.

The reports and experiences of the helpers like Sylvia impressively show that the war not only leaves material damage, but also mental scars that survive generations. Despite the difficulties and the constant threat, Sylvia plans to continue her transports to help people in need - a testimony of human will to help others, no matter how challenging the circumstances are.