Key points
- A campaign entitled “Mentoring – Your Experience in Action” has been launched in Ukraine for teenagers without parental care.
- A video clip shows real-life mentoring situations where teenagers gain practical experience.
- The campaign has involved well-known Ukrainians who share their own mentoring stories.
- The Ukrainian Law “On Mentoring” officially recognises mentoring as an effective tool for supporting children and young people.
- Ukrainian citizens aged 21 and over can become mentors.
A communication campaign titled “Mentorship – Your Experience in Action” has launched in Ukraine, aiming to draw attention to the importance of supporting teenagers without parental care.
The Ministry of Social Policy noted that every year thousands of children begin independent life without a close person nearby who could serve as a role model, offer support, or help in important situations.
The premiere of the campaign video showcases real-life stories of mentoring. The film depicts everyday situations-such as shopping at the supermarket, cooking, studying together, chatting and socialising-through which teenagers acquire the skills they need to live independently.
Being a mentor means being there in important moments, helping young people move confidently through life, supporting them in difficult situations, inspiring bold decisions, and showing that even small steps can lead to big achievements. Such support can change a child’s future, give them confidence in their own abilities, and help them feel that someone truly cares.
– Denys Uliutin, Minister of Social Policy, Family and Unity of Ukraine.
Well-known Ukrainians have also joined the initiative, including Olympic champion Anna Rizatdinova, chef and restaurateur Olha Martynovska, entrepreneur Olena Hashynska, SoftServe Vice President in Ukraine Anastasiia Frolova, and influencer Danylo Haidamakha.
The Law of Ukraine “On Mentorship”, adopted in December 2025, recognises mentorship at the state level as an effective tool for supporting children and young people.
Ukrainian citizens aged 21 and over can become mentors. More information about mentorship is available on the “Ukraine for Every Child” website and on the “Diimo” social media pages.
The campaign is implemented by the Ministry of Social Policy, the Coordination Centre for the Development of Family-Based Care and Childcare, the Children and Youth Office “Diimo”, and the NGO “Ukrainian Network for Children’s Rights” in partnership with UNICEF, with support from international partners.
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