On November 27, 2024, the Deputy Mayor of Odessa, Pavlo Vugelman, held a working meeting with the head of the UNICEF Office in Ukraine, Ms. Audrey Lecomte. 

During the meeting, the project «Family Values – The Future of Our Region: Transforming Child Care in Odessa and Mykolaiv Regions» was presented, implemented in partnership with the Odessa City Council. 

The project aims to promote family-based care and create conditions that allow children to remain with their families. 

Particular attention is given to integrated services that will support not only the children but also their families in difficult life situations. 

«We are grateful to our partners at UNICEF for this important initiative that will create new opportunities for family support in the region. Together, we are working to ensure that every child has the right to be raised in a loving and caring family,» emphasized Pavlo Vugelman. 

During the meeting, the parties also discussed the establishment of a working group to coordinate the activities related to the implementation of the project. 

The implementation of this initiative will be a significant step towards strengthening family resilience and ensuring the well-being of children in the Odessa and Mykolaiv regions.