By ensuring that women and girls have equal access to education, healthcare, and decent work, we strengthen not only the economy and society — but, in a broader sense, humanity as a whole.

The role of Ukrainian women in Poland during this war is both unique and profound. In their new homes, many have taken on the responsibility of caring for children and elderly relatives — work that is essential yet often unpaid and undervalued. At the same time, women are disproportionately affected by the economic consequences of war, as their employment opportunities tend to be less stable and more vulnerable to disruption.