On October 4 in Kyiv from 10:00 to 15:00 the picnic «Family Space» — a gathering for communication and support for families who have already welcomed a child into their lives, as well as for those considering adoption.
The event is organized by the Kateryna Osadcha Foundation in collaboration with UNICEF and the Coordination Center for Family Development, supported financially by the EU and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation.
The program includes:
- engaging conversations with families — adoptive parents and guardians sharing their experiences;
- consultations from specialists — representatives of social services and psychologists;
- informational sessions — about the first steps in creating a family and the needs of children in Kyiv region;
- parenting workshops — how to maintain inner resources;
- a children's zone — games and activities for children of all ages.
The event will be opened by TV host and journalist Kateryna Osadcha.
It starts at 10:00. Participation is free, prior registration is required at: forms.gle/obfr6KTg6fFz8Q1s5
«No child should grow up without a family. This event is a space for mutual support and a chance to find out how we can help children without parental care», — stated Kateryna Osadcha.
On the following day, October 5 at the Republic Shopping Center, located at Ring Road 1, the exhibition «Talk to Me» will be opened, also inaugurated by Kateryna Osadcha.
The exhibition shares stories of youth who have spent part of their lives in institutional care. Each exhibit features a powerful photo portrait and an honest video interview where the heroes share the impact of these institutions on their childhood.
This exhibition serves as a reminder that children in institutions dream not of toys, but of a loving family.
Entry is free, no prior registration is needed. The exhibition will run until October 19.
The «Talk to Me» project is implemented with the support of various organizations, including the Ministry of Social Policy and UNICEF.
