What do experts in the field say? People from Aktion Deutschland Hilft e.V. give some insights. Nelia Surus talks about the many ways of support in Ukraine. "The core principle of help is localisation. Cooperation ist crucial." Before the war started, the project focussed on other problems, but switched to providing humanitarian help while the war started. Food, hygenic products and housing are now some of the important topics. Trust is the key when organisations try to help on local level, emphasizes Surus. Being an equal partner is the goal. establishing good communication. That makes it easier to deal with the unpredictability of events. 

Dr. Diana Mantel