Due to the ongoing war in Ukraine, we were compelled to abandon our residence in a city under missile attacks. For the past 11 months, we have sought refuge in the UK, where the local council provided us with temporary accommodation in a hotel, which has become our temporary home.
Whilst grateful to the council, relocating to different hotels every couple of weeks and not having a permanent home address or proof of address has had a big impact on my family and me. Not having a permanent address has left us with a feeling of not truly belonging anywhere, posing difficulty in integrating into communities or establishing a connection with our surroundings.
When I envision moving into a new house, I am filled with a sense of certainty that my family and I will finally have a place to call our own. This stability would not only provide us with the comfort and security of a permanent home but also enable us to better integrate into society. In the future, I envision my family and me in a stable situation, actively working and making meaningful contributions to society. We aspire to give back to this country as a heartfelt gesture of gratitude for the support we've received.
Launching this donation page gives me hope that my situation can change for the better. It's heartwarming to think that people are willing to come together to support me during a challenging time and it’s a good way to raise awareness about the war in Ukraine and the impact it has had on myself and my family.