Silivonchyk Maksym is a 13-year-old boy from Kovel, Volyn region, studying in the 8th grade. He is very active and enjoys fishing and picking mushrooms in the forest, where he feels calm and free.
When his father passed away, Maksym changed deeply — he withdrew into himself, lost interest in studying, and often had conflicts with his mother and brother. However, with the help of caring people, he began to recover, little by little. Today, there is once again a spark of hope in his eyes, and his heart is filled with a quiet determination to live, dream, and carry the love and memory of his father forward.
Chaban Ivan is a 14-year-old boy from Kovel, Volyn region, studying in the 9th grade. He loves football and fishing, hobbies that bring him peace and a brief escape from sadness.
In 2023, Ivan’s life changed when he learned that his father had gone missing.
The news struck him deeply — he withdrew into himself, keeping his emotions inside, yet he always stood by his mother, and together they supported each other. Deep in his heart, Ivan keeps hope and faith that his father will be found, or at least that some news will come one day. Despite everything, he keeps moving forward, dreaming of the moment when he can hug his dad again.
Smetska Stella is an 8-year-old girl from Makariv, Kyiv region. She is a second-grade student — bright, curious, and full of creativity. Stella takes piano and vocal lessons, and she loves drawing, filling her pictures with vivid colors and joyful imagination.
Although she has faced challenges, psychological support was provided to her, and now she feels emotionally stable and well. Stella is a gentle and kind-hearted girl for whom her mother’s love, care, and attention are the most precious things in the world — giving her comfort, confidence, and a sense of safety.
Viktor Berezutskiy was born in Borodyanka, Kyiv region. He is in the 4th grade and grows up in a family with two children. Viktor is passionate about foreign languages and everything related to learning them. He enjoys discovering new words, learning about other cultures, and expanding his knowledge of the world.
Recently, Viktor faced a heartbreaking loss — he found out that his father had been killed. This news deeply affected him and left him in a state of sadness and grief. He is now going through a difficult emotional period and needs warmth, care, and support from those around him. Despite the pain, Viktor has great inner strength, and step by step he is learning to find the courage to move forward.
Iryna Harani is a 7-year-old girl, born in the city of Kovel, Volyn region. She has an older sister, Olha. Iryna studies in the 2 class.
In her free time, Iryna enjoys gymnastics, which she loves. She also attends drawing, where she shows her creativity. Iryna likes helping her mom cook, making delicious dishes.
The news of her father's death deeply saddened Iryna. She loved him dearly and always will. She misses him and often thinks of him.
Iryna dreams of peace and tranquility in Ukraine.
Dasha is a talented and creative girl. She practices acrobatics and enjoys creative activities. Everything she does reflects her love and dedication.
The loss of her father was a devastating blow. At first, she tried to cope on her own, and talked a lot about her feelings. However, after a couple of months, psychological difficulties arose and Dasha needed professional help. Therapy lasted for almost six months. Her condition has improved now, but the memory of her father remains with her always.
Daryna Tarasiuk is a 14-year-old girl born in the city of Kovel. She is a 9th-grade student and one of two children in her family. Daryna has a variety of interests: she enjoys reading, dreams of building her own library, and actively participates in sports.
Although the family initially faced a significant emotional shock due to a loss, they eventually managed to restore balance in their lives. Daryna focuses on her favorite activities and dreams, maintaining hope for a bright future
Artem lives in the village of Anatolivka and is in the 1st grade. He loves building with Lego—creating entire cities and dreaming of constructing a real house one day. His imagination is endless, and in these creations, he finds comfort.
But something important is missing—his dad. Artem often asks about him, searching for answers in his mother’s eyes. He doesn’t fully understand what “missing in action” means, but deep inside, he feels something isn’t right. But still, he keeps waiting.
Kosar Anastasiia lives in Vasylkiv, Kyiv region, together with her mother. This year she began her studies in the 5th grade. Nastia is a gentle, creative, and detail-oriented girl who loves making beautiful things with her own hands. She enjoys scrapbooking, creating original crafts, and drawing with great passion. Each of her works is filled with warmth and love, as creativity is truly the language of her soul.
However, despite her young age, she has had to face a difficult trial — her father went missing. Nastia misses him deeply and waits with hope for his return. The drawings and crafts she makes have become her way of expressing her feelings, dreams, and cherished memories of the happy moments spent with her dad.
Anastasiia sincerely dreams of a brighter future and longs most of all for her family to be together again.
Aurora Novak, 11 years old, was born on November 15, 2013. She lives in the city of Zbarazh. Aurora enjoys drawing, practices taekwondo, and loves playing football and basketball. She also enjoys spending time actively and listening to music.
The loss of her father has left a deep mark on her heart. She misses him greatly, even though she tries to act as if everything is fine. However, her mother notices how Aurora often cries at night. Now, she has become more reserved, but the spark in her eyes still shows her determination to find strength and overcome this pain.
Bohdan Kalyuzhnyi was born and lives in the village of Zahaltsi, Kyiv region. He is a child of war and is starting first grade this year.
Bohdan is very active: he loves sports, riding his bicycle, and adores animals. His dream is to see the sea and dolphins. Despite his cheerful nature, the boy misses his father and needs support and care.
Remeniuk Bohdan is a 10-year-old boy from the village of Hlevakha, Kyiv region. He is a 5th-grade student and lives with his mother, younger sister, and grandmother. Bohdan is a curious and talented child who enjoys building with LEGO, sculpting with modeling clay, and practicing taekwondo.
Sadly, Bohdan’s life changed drastically when his father went missing while defending Ukraine. At that time, Bohdan was only 8 years old. Despite his young age, he fully understands the situation and knows that his father may never return, yet he still waits for him with hope in his heart.
School is a difficult place for Bohdan. It hurts him to see that most of his classmates have their fathers by their side, while his is missing. This has led to misunderstandings, bullying, and even conflicts with adults, sometimes causing him to react with aggression. Unfortunately, even sessions with a psychologist have not yet helped him overcome this pain.
Now that Bohdan is entering adolescence, his journey will not be easy. Still, he is growing into a strong and determined boy who learns to face challenges while holding on to the hope for a brighter future.
Shvets Artem lives in the town of Hlevakha, Kyiv region. He is only five years old, but he already does a lot and is actively preparing for school: he goes to kindergarten, attends lessons, and works with a speech therapist. Artem is not an only child — he has a younger sister with whom he happily spends time.
He is an active and curious boy. Artem loves playing with toy cars, building with construction sets, drawing, and watching cartoons. He especially enjoys outdoor games, where he builds toy cities and explores the world around him. He already has a dream — to become a doctor and help sick people.
But his childhood has been overshadowed by a heavy loss: in early 2024, Artem’s father went missing. The boy barely remembers his dad, but as he grows older, he begins to ask more questions about him. The absence of his father has deeply affected the whole family, leaving a mark on their lives.
Artem especially needs warmth, care, and stability to grow up confident, feel loved and supported, and gradually turn his dreams into reality.
Nikita was born and lives in Fastiv, Kyiv region. He has advanced to the 6th grade and has a younger sister. The boy actively practices boxing and enjoys riding his bicycle.
Nikita finds it difficult to cope with the loss of his father, but, like his whole family, he believes that his father, who went missing, will return. He tries to stay strong and support his mother and sister, though sometimes sadness and anxiety overwhelm him.