A generation of Ukrainian children has grown up under the shadow of war, with families enduring years of conflict while fighting to maintain a sense of normalcy. Through personal stories, this report follows three households navigating daily life amid Russia’s ongoing invasion, revealing the resilience and challenges of raising children in a country at war. Their struggles highlight the broader human cost of prolonged conflict, where basic stability remains elusive for those caught in the crossfire. For those seeking a deeper look at the personal toll of war, this account offers a poignant glimpse into survival against the odds.


As war in Ukraine continues into its fifth year, some children have only known war. The Monitor revisits three young families striving to live full lives amid Russia’s military invasion.