EAP launches emergency charity fundraiser for Ukrainian children supported by LOW

Today, the European Academy of Paediatrics (EAP) launched an emergency charity fundraiser for the children of Ukraine. As paediatricians, they know that a peaceful environment is critical for children's healthy development. In Ukraine, tens if not hundreds of children have died already, and more are getting injured, especially as the Russian army is targeting more and more civilian infrastructure and even kindergartens. 

The EAP is standing in solidarity with the children of Ukraine and those who care for them.  

Speaking today, Adamos Hadjipanayis, President of EAP, said: “We know that this fundraiser is just a small contribution given the scale of the challenges ahead for children and our colleagues in Ukraine. Today, EAP wants to ensure Ukrainian children continue to benefit from the highest possible standards of healthcare”. 

Funds will be given to both Ukrainian societies of paediatrics: the Ukrainian Academy of Paediatrics – Union of Medical Specialists; and the Ukrainian Academy of Paediatric Specialties.

The EAP urges all European citizens, most especially paediatric doctors, nurses, and other child health services to make their own contributions if they are able to do so. You can do so here. Please also share this fundraiser among your networks.

Read the full EAP statement on Ukraine here