March and April 2026 Work Summary
Reviewing March and April✨This period was marked by a series of impactful events, professional achievements, and vital meetings for the Foundation’s team.Swipe to see the highlights 🙌
Information session for students of the Pedagogical College of Ivan Franko National University of Lviv
Ridni Foundation hosted an information session for students of the Pedagogical College of the Ivan Franko National University of Lviv. During the meeting, the foundation’s specialists spoke with future educators about: family-based care models in Ukraine; how the journey to adoption begins and its primary stages. the profound importance of a reliable adult figure in […]
UNICEF Representative in Ukraine visits new family-type children’s home in Lviv
Ann-Claire Dufay, UNICEF Representative in Ukraine, visited a family-type children’s home (FTCH) in Lviv, where children with disabilities are being raised. The establishment of this home was the result of a successful collaboration between the Lviv Children’s Service and Ridni Foundation, with the support of UNICEF. Together with Mariana Romaniak, CEO of Ridni Foundation, Nienke […]
UNICEF Representative Visits Center for Social Support of Children and Families
On May 7, Mariana Romaniak, CEO of Ridni Foundation, joined the visit of Ann-Claire Dufay, UNICEF Representative in Ukraine, to the Center for Social Support of Children and Families. This visit marked a significant milestone in the facility’s transformation, which began in 2025 at the initiative of a joint working group. This group includes representatives […]
Children’s Service Specialists Trained on Using the “Dity” (Children) System
Recently, specialized training was held for Children’s Service specialists focused on the operation of the Unified Information and Analytical System (UIAS) “Dity.” The primary goal of the event was to enhance the digital literacy of specialists and optimize daily workflows. Together with expert Roman Khlopetskyi, participants conducted an in-depth review of: The full registration cycle: […]
Join us for the “Family Day” in Sheptytskyi
We invite parents and children to a warm community meeting dedicated to family support and the development of family-based care. During the event, we will discuss how parents can restore their inner resources, avoid burnout, and find balance in daily life. Our experts will also share insights into adoption and other forms of family-based care […]
Expert Meeting on Supporting Youth with Risky Behavior Held at Ridni Center
Ridni Center for Social Support of Children and Families hosted a working meeting of cross-sectoral experts. The main topic of discussion was the development of an early intervention system for teenagers and youth who have experience with substance use. According to the 2025 National Report, every seventh teenager in Ukraine aged 15–16 has already had […]
Ridni Foundation Ranked Among the Top 100 Largest Charitable Foundations in Ukraine
Ridni Foundation has officially joined the ranks of the country’s top 100 charitable organizations by revenue for the year 2025. This achievement confirms the transparency of the foundation’s activities, the high level of trust from partners and the public, and the significant scale of projects aimed at supporting Ukrainian children. Being included in the “Top […]
“The Power of Family” Forum to be held in Lviv on May 15
On May 15, Lviv will host “The Power of Family” Forum – an event dedicated to building a support system for families raising children with disabilities. We invite experts, community representatives, and parents to join this open dialogue. The focus of this year’s forum is the creation of a reliable circle of support. At Ridni […]
Ukraine’s first family-type children’s home for children with disabilities opens in Lviv
A new family-type children’s home has been established in Lviv, providing a true home and a mother for five children, three of whom were evacuated from the Dnipro region. The family’s journey to Lviv was a difficult one: evacuation to Turkey following the full-scale invasion, a long stay in the Zakarpattia region, and finally, a […]