Reunited After Two Years Apart
Before leaving Afghanistan, he worked in a military role that placed him at significant personal risk and suffered serious injuries as a result. Following the fall of Kabul, he was resettled in the UK and began the difficult process of rebuilding his life in a new country.
A safe place to heal: Yulia and Dominic’s story
USPUK is committed to helping those most in need of safety and supporting the most vulnerable. One such person was Yulia from Kyiv, who urgently needed medical treatment and a difficult operation that she could not access in Ukraine. She was desperate to reach safety in the UK, where she had Ukrainian friends who could provide much-needed emotional support.
From Kabul Media to UK Employment
Before being evacuated to the UK following the fall of Kabul, he worked in the media in Afghanistan. We first connected with him in 2023 when he kindly contributed to one of our community surveys. Since then, he has remained an active member of our community, accessing our services and guidance whenever support has been needed.
From Hotel Living to Stability: a family of 6
The family spent more than two years living in temporary hotel accommodation, which affected both the children's education and the family's wellbeing. USPUK has supported the family since 2024 throughout different stages of their resettlement journey.
A Family We Have Supported Since 2023
Before being relocated to the UK, the father worked on a project supporting the British Government in Afghanistan. Today, he lives in the UK with his wife and three children, rebuilding their lives as a family of five.
We wanted our three sons to grow up without the fear of war
Our family found itself in an atmosphere of comfort, acceptance, care and love. We are endlessly grateful to USPUK and our consultant, Nadiia, for the professional support, the successful move and the opportunity for our three children to live and study without the physical and psychological pressure of war.
From Fear of Homelessness to Feeling Heard: Amina’s Story
Amina’s experience highlights the importance of clear, accessible information and language-appropriate support when navigating complex systems. It also demonstrates the value of tailored, one-to-one guidance in helping individuals understand processes and communicate their circumstances effectively.
“They helped change the direction of my life”
It was different from what was imagined. It was unclear and scary. But Nadiia (USPUK case worker) was there every step of the way, soothing and guiding through everything that could otherwise become an obstacle impossible to overcome on my own...
Success Story: When the Right Support Changes Everything
Such stories speak to something fundamental. When the right support reaches the right person at the right time, its effects can be lasting, quietly reshaping lives in ways that matter most.
Case Study: Preventing Unintentional Homelessness for an Afghan Refugee Family
This intervention helped prevent a vulnerable refugee family from falling into deeper housing instability and worsening health conditions. With help of USPUK team family to secure safer and more appropriate accommodation.
Our story began with decisions that are never easy.
The hardest part was looking at our daughters and realizing they were growing up in fear — something no child should have to get used to. Marien and Robert welcomed us as if we were not guests, but family. With them beside us, a foreign country became a little closer and warmer.
Iryna and Valentyn: Finding Safety and Hope Far From Home
At just 23 and 24 years old, Iryna and Valentyn have already lived through experiences that changed their lives forever. Their story is one of uncertainty, resilience and the courage to take a chance on a new beginning.
Case Study: Employment Rights on a Fixed-Term Contract
This case highlights how uncertainty around fixed-term contracts can affect the confidence and wellbeing of refugee employees. Access to clear information and supportive advice can make a significant difference, helping individuals feel better equipped to navigate their employment journey.
Twice Saved by Care: Victoria and Andrii’s Story of Family, Safety, and New Life
Twice — in the most literal sense — the USPUK team saved my nervous system and my mental health by providing safety. The first time, by playing a vital role in my personal life and helping unite our family. The second time, by taking us out of a loud, frightening Kyiv and bringing us to my husband — and our daughter’s father.
A New Home Without Fear: A Ukrainian Family’s Story from Mykolaiv.
In recent months, we were going to sleep and waking up to the sound of drones — living in constant fear and tension. Today “We welcomed the New Year in a new home — without fear, without panic, and together as a family.”
Case Study: Preventing Unintentional Homelessness for a Single Mother
This intervention prevented a vulnerable family from becoming unintentionally homeless. By providing legal clarity, emotional reassurance, and practical negotiation strategies, USPUK empowered the mother to remain housed temporarily while securing a healthier long term solution.
“A Chance I no longer believed in”: Yuliia’s journey to safety
My hometown, Melitopol, was occupied in the very first days of the full-scale invasion. The following years became the most difficult of my life. In May 2025, a drone hit the building next to mine. That moment became the turning point.
From nightly sirens to a home filled with warmth
I am endlessly grateful to our sponsors for their care, patience, and kindness. Because of them, we felt that even far from home, you can still be safe — and you don’t have to face everything alone.
It’s not just words of gratitude — it’s a story of lives saved
“Children are the most important thing in life,” she says. “I know this too well because I already lost my eldest son...” Oksana’s story is one of courage, love, and resilience — a reminder of how one decision, and one connection, can change a family’s future.
Tanya’s Story: Finding Home Again
Continuing my work with USPUK, alongside our Ukraine Consultation Team who have been together since the very beginning, I feel surrounded by more than colleagues — they are friends, an extended family.