NGO Responsible Citizens conducted an evacuation survey in Donetsk region
NGO Responsible Citizens surveyed 1,004 people in Donetsk region to better understand the scale of displacement and current humanitarian needs. Such studies help to plan actions that address the challenges families face every day.
📊 Key findings:
- 56% of respondents have recently relocated;
- most people moved to Dnipropetrovsk (30%) and Poltava (10%) regions, as well as within Donetsk region itself (10%). Among departure communities, the largest share came from Dobropillia (38%), Bilozerske (20%), Kryvyi Rih (12%) and Druzhkivka (10%);
- 63% relocated using their own transport, 18% with support from volunteers and NGOs;
- 78% of all respondents need humanitarian assistance; among those who relocated, this figure rises to 84%;
- Main needs: housing and utilities payments, food, hygiene products and medicines.
- Social profile: 95% of respondents are women, 83% are raising children, and the largest age group is 36–55 years.
“We base our work on data and facts. Such research helps us understand exactly where support is needed and in what form. It is the foundation for strategic decisions, new partnerships, and long-term programs. Our mission is to provide assistance where it is critically needed and to help communities remain resilient in the most difficult times,” — emphasized Olga Kosse, Head of the of NGO Responsible Citizens.
We continue working to ensure that humanitarian assistance remains timely, targeted, and effective.
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