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Since June 2025, the “Pink Panama” project has been changing its concept of work. We still love children and are waiting for them in our space. Social educators invite them to development classes, to the teenage club, to activities outside the premises: on excursions, hikes, to game tournaments. Our address is changing. Today it is Khersonska, 5, the premises of the children's hub, located in a bomb shelter, safe and adapted for conducting classes with children. What is Pink Panama 2025? "Pink Panama" is a project by a team of professionals who share common values ​​of protecting childhood and the future generation. Our main goal is to support children at all stages of their development so that they have the opportunity to live a full childhood, despite the difficult circumstances of war. The war has changed the childhood of many Ukrainian children. They know what an “air raid” is, how to find a bomb shelter, and how to protect themselves in conditions of uncertainty. They have experienced many hardships, from losing their homes to fearing for the safety of their families. Ukrainian children were forced to grow up unfairly fast. Therefore, the goal of Pink Panama is to give children back their childhood and the opportunity to live a full life, find new friends and a new social group. Since the war started in 2022, we have had the opportunity to see how children grow up in war and what they and their parents need, what support is needed at each stage of child development. Now we have 3 main components: support for education (preparation for school, support at school), development (art therapy, workshops, introduction to professions), development of emotional intelligence (program of social and emotional training, communication). The main goal of the Pink Panama project is to provide comprehensive support and promote the healthy psychophysical development of children affected by the war in Ukraine. The project aims to make children feel safe, overcome trauma, socialize and find their role in society. The ultimate goal is to help children become active and responsible members of society who contribute to the development of the country. Strategy for three age groups 1. Preschoolers (5-7 years old) Main objective: Preparation for school, socialization, social and emotional learning. Activities for the development of fine motor skills, memory, attention, and logical thinking Games to unite and establish contacts between children Art therapy, music therapy for emotional development Ecology classes and eco-experiments as the first step in caring for the environment 2. Younger students (8-10 years old) Main objective: To consolidate and develop the knowledge and skills acquired in the first stage. Deepening knowledge of school readiness (reading, arithmetic, logic) Development of communication skills, ability to cooperate in a team Career guidance games and workshops Volunteer projects aimed at helping the community 3. Teenagers (11-12 years old) Main goal: Self-determination, search for a role in society, professional orientation. Trainings on personal development, leadership, decision-making Mini-courses in various professions, excursions to enterprises Mentoring programs, involvement of teenagers in volunteer activities Consultations with psychologists and career counselors We believe that children are our future. We want these future adults to be able to realize themselves in society. To be self-confident people who know themselves and get along with others. People who had a happy childhood despite the most terrible circumstances that surrounded them. At the time of the application, we already have a component for preschool children. We ask for support for work with school-age children and adolescents. Currently, the project works half a day for toddlers, because we do not have the opportunity to accept more children. In case of funding, we will be able to cover older children for the next 4 months. Martin Club and Rotary Collaboration: Together for Children The “Pink Panama” project: Supporting Children through Rotary From June to September 2025, the Pink Panama Project will be implemented thanks to the generous support of the Rotary Club of District 1820 (Germany). Thanks to the funding of Rotarians, this unique project will have the opportunity to serve Ukrainian children affected by the consequences of war. Also in 2023, the Pink Panama was funded with the participation of Rotary, which confirms the long-term cooperation between our organizations. Mission of Rotary Clubs The mission of the Rotary Club is to unite leaders of different professions for joint service to society, support humanitarian projects, and promote peace throughout the world. Rotarians focus their activities on key areas - the fight against poverty, education, health care, ensuring access to clean water and supporting the community, showing a true example of selfless service. These clubs pay special attention to children who need protection and care in difficult moments of life. Shared mission: serving people In its many years of work, the Martin Club has always supported the values ​​close to Rotary, because these organizations share a common goal - to help those who need it most and direct their potential to solve social problems. Our cooperation is based on the desire to create a more just and humane world. United for the future The joint activities of the Martin Club and Rotary are an example of how joining forces can change people's lives. We are grateful to the Rotary Club of District 1820 (Germany) for their trust and support in our common cause – serving children who need it so much.

Recently, the MARTIN Club team held a meeting with a delegation of the European Commission Advisory Service, which included lawyers, police officers, and other specialists working on CRSV (conflict-related sexual violence) cases across Europe. We discussed the achievements  Ukraine has already made in the field of legislation on responding to war crimes and CRSV, as well as the challenges  faced by survivors and professionals in the process of justice. Ukraine already has a legislative framework for responding to war crimes — even while the armed conflict is ongoing. An important step has been the introduction of interim reparations: survivors are already receiving housing certificates and other forms of compensation. This demonstrates the progressiveness of our legal system and its ability to function even under extraordinary circumstances. ⚖️ However, there are still gaps that require change: 1️⃣ Access to legal aid for survivors.  Unlike defendants, survivors must go through complicated procedures to obtain a lawyer. This creates barriers for the most vulnerable groups. We believe legislative changes are needed to ensure that survivors of crimes against sexual freedom and inviolability, as well as children, automatically receive free legal representation — without additional steps or procedures on their part. 2️⃣ Child protection in criminal proceedings.  The Criminal Procedure Code does not include the concept of “child interviewing,” which is in line with European standards. This requires amendments to make justice more child-friendly and to implement European standards for child participation in criminal proceedings. 3️⃣ Weak communication between investigators and survivors.  Survivors often learn about the closure of criminal proceedings only after the fact. The absence of accountability for such violations undermines trust in the justice system. At MARTIN Club, our specialists not only analyze legislation but also work daily with real CRSV cases. This gives us a deep practical understanding of the challenges faced by survivors and Ukrainian professionals on the path to justice. 🤝 We thank the European Commission delegation for their open dialogue and willingness to support Ukraine in building an effective and fair system of response.

NGO “MARTIN-Club” and the Kamianske City Council have formally consolidated their partnership by signing a Memorandum of Cooperation  — a document that institutionalizes joint actions in preventing and responding to domestic and gender-based violence, delivering humanitarian assistance, and building a sustainable system of social services for vulnerable groups, including internally displaced persons (IDPs). The signing ceremony was attended by Yan Borodin, Program Director of NGO MARTIN-Club, and Andrii Biloусов, Mayor of Kamianske. This milestone marks an important step in strengthening the city’s support system for survivors of violence. It follows several years of practical engagement by the MARTIN-Club team in Kamianske, where emergency response services, as well as psychological, social, and legal assistance, have already been operating. Since March 2023, under MARTIN-Club’s administration, a wide range of support services for women, children, and young people have been functioning in Kamianske. These included safe spaces for women and girls, “Vilna” and “Sviĭ Prostir,” offering psychological counseling, informational support on combating GBV and domestic violence, peer-support groups, as well as educational and recovery sessions. Simultaneously, the organization provided case management and operated mobile teams of socio-psychological support to respond to cases of violence. MARTIN-Club also delivered individual counseling, legal representation (including in court), targeted humanitarian aid (food and non-food packages), and dignity kits for women and girls at risk. A crisis room for survivors of GBV and a helpline for victims of violence were also in operation. Significant attention was devoted to youth-oriented activities: the organization organized training sessions, interactive events, and development programs aimed at supporting young people and youth workers during wartime. This multidimensional approach enabled MARTIN-Club to reach diverse categories of community members, creating a sustainable and comprehensive support system. In total, 23,415 beneficiaries in Kamianske have received assistance from MARTIN-Club . The signing of the Memorandum is not only a formal confirmation of ongoing cooperation but also a step toward systematically developing services, deepening coordination between city services and MARTIN-Club, and providing structured training for local specialists in modern standards of working with survivors. This will help Kamianske become a safer, more resilient, and better-prepared community in the face of future challenges.

https://static.wixstatic.com/media/54010a_f6800f31f6ab40ed9521bf6baa1e8efa~mv2.jpg About us Our non-profit organization has 25 years of experience in helping children and women. With the beginning of the full-scale invasion of the russian federation, we expanded our activities to 7 directions. Children and women in need remained our main focus. The geography of the work covers Dnipropetrovsk, Kharkiv and Donetsk regions. We stand against domestic and gender-based violence. We open places of social and psychological support, create social enterprises and do cultural projects. We have been responding to humanitarian challenges since 2014. Since 2024, the direction of attracting and strengthening youth has been intensified. We conduct professional environment educational activities in our training center. We have cooperated with more than 50 donors, established partnerships, and actively engage all actors in the field of rights protection, support for children and women. 25 years Children support 10 years Helping IDP's 7 years Against violence 16 800 Evacuated people 50+ Donors and partners 40 000+ Beneficiaries MISSION MARTIN club helps children and women overcome the consequences of difficult life circumstances, violence and war, helps them acquire the potential and necessary social skills to change their lives for the better, and thus influences the development of the future of the entire society. VISION As a result of our activities, the lives of children and women in Ukraine become safer, freer and full of opportunities. We act based on the best interests of the child, for the growth of children in a safe family environment where their rights and personality are respected. We practice zero tolerance for violence. We influence the reform of the social system through association with civil society organizations What is MARTIN-club? М ilestones For the future, we recognize the goals and go towards them, appreciating each achievement. We believe that small steps lead to a great future. R іghts We strive to ensure equal opportunities and protect the rights of every person, regardless of their status or origin. І nclusive We share the concept of creating a society where all people, regardless of their abilities, characteristics and status, fully participate in the life of society. А ction Real actions that are the result of a balanced position and awareness of the passage of time, which is the main resource of a person. Т houghtfulness We show consideration, care and discretion towards other people. Everyone in the organization cares about the needs and feelings of others. N on dependence We believe in the importance of independence to ensure transparency, efficiency and trust in our work. Work directions Work against violence We have been working in the field of combating domestic and gender-based violence since 2017. We advise and protect. We have comprehensive support for victims Social entrepreneurship On the provision of humanitarian aid in Dnipropetrovsk region and cash payments to residents of Kharkiv region Children's support service We provide comprehensive social and psychological services for local children and IDP children. Cultural direction On the provision of humanitarian aid in Dnipropetrovsk region and cash payments to residents of Kharkiv region Humanitarian response About the provision of humanitarian aid aid in Dnipropetrovsk region and cash payments to residents of Kharkiv region Training center Our organization is about comprehensive support for victims of violence, we have a full cycle of assistance: Youth direction Our organization is about comprehensive support for victims of violence, we have a full cycle of assistance: Stories Stories for the 20th anniversary. Kostik The youngest of all, Ihor Lyovkin, was 3 years old when, together with his brother Kostyantyn, who had already turned 9, they came to our... Stories of beneficiaries Вікторія Федотова Sep 27, 2019 3 min read 1 2 Geography We need your support today! Support us

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ГО МАРТІН-клуб - допомога дітям з 24-річним досвідом. 7-річний досвід у запобіганні та протидії домашньому і гендерно зумовленому (в тому числі сексуальному) насильству. 10-річний досвід підтримки ВПО. На рахунку організації евакуація 16800 людей з Донецької та Луганскої областей до інших безпечних регіонів України. Ми співпрацювали з більше ніж 50 донорами, налагодили партнерство з усіма акторами у сфері прав дітей та жінок та реалізували більше 60 проєктів у різних сферах підтримки. 1/5 Warmth and protection for children in trouble We help children and women overcome the consequences of difficult life circumstances, war, and violence, promote their acquisition of resourcefulness and the necessary social competencies to change their lives for the better, and thus influence the construction of the entire society. Learn more about us Learn more about us Children1 children_2 Children1 1/5 Warmth and protection for children in trouble We help children and women overcome the consequences of difficult life circumstances, war, and violence, promote their acquisition of resourcefulness and the necessary social competencies to change their lives for the better, and thus influence the construction of the entire society. Learn more about us 25 180 years of support employees clients and services 60+ projects done clients and services 20,000+ 20,000+ Our mission is to create opportunities for children and women to help their families overcome violence, the effects of war, and difficult life circumstances Read more ✨ Meeting with the Delegation of the European Commission Advisory Service Recently, the MARTIN Club team held a meeting with a delegation of the European Commission Advisory Service, which included lawyers,... Sep 12 2 min read 1 2 3 4 5 Read more Donors and partners