Уряд затвердив план відновлення освіти на деокупованих територіяхTUESWU&GEW: Third Year of Cooperation to Improve Children's Psychological Health
For the third year in a row, the Trade Union of Education and Science Workers of Ukraine, together with the German Education Union (GEW) and the youth organization Die Falken, have been providing children of educators with the opportunity to rest and study in Germany.
This summer, at the invitation of the GEW and Die Falken, 11 children of the TUESWU members had the opportunity to participate in an educational program at a tent camp on the island of Föhr in Germany. The Falken camps were financially supported by the GEW’s “Bildungs – und Förderungswerk” as well as the German Trade Union Councils ‘"Gewerkschaften helfen e.V.”
Nature recreation is not just an opportunity to temporarily escape from difficulties. Walking along the seashore, sleeping in the fresh air and playing active games help children to recuperate, improve their health and make them stronger.
Such initiatives are especially important for the children who live in a time of war. They not only contribute to children's health recovery, but also provide an opportunity to experience positive emotions, strengthen their psychological health and find new friends. These 14 days spent in the picturesque Schleswig-Holstein filled them with vital energy and gave them the opportunity to join creative and sport activities, flash mobs and craft workshops.
It is important that even in such extremely difficult times, children receive support and the opportunity to feel cared for and protected, which is essential for their harmonious development.
Feedback from the camp participants
"Our students not only had an active vacation, but also got acquainted with the culture, rituals, food traditions and customs of the people of Germany. The Ukrainians were hospitably welcomed by the beautiful, authentic and picturesque island of Föhr in the North Sea. In general, the children had a happy, fun and useful time."
Olena Ivantsova
Teacher of German at Lyceum #34
"I will remember Germany for its amazing nature and the hospitality of the German people. The camp staff always took care of our comfort and rest. I was also extremely impressed by one of the rarest natural phenomena - twice a day the Wadden Sea is drained at low tide and filled with water at high tide!
There were many interesting and fun adventures! I am 100% satisfied with the vacation! I would like to visit Germany again!"
Veronika Buberenko
"I am grateful to the Trade Union of Education and Science Workers of Ukraine, the German Education Union, the youth organization Die Falken and the camp staff for the unforgettable time!
The nature of Germany, the rich program of the camp and interesting activities filled me with vivid impressions and left me with many pleasant memories!"
Ivan Solominchuk
"It was an incredible trip! I especially liked the sports activities: volleyball, football, tennis, the cultural program, including a dance show, delicious and unusual food, time spent playing intellectual board games, and sports. The trip also gave me the impetus to learn German as a second foreign language!"
Ivan Lutsenko
"I am sincerely grateful to GEW and Die Falken for the opportunity not only to relax but also to immerse myself in another culture. Communicating with German peers was an important experience for me that helped me improve my German language skills and expand my horizons. It was not just language practice, but a real cultural exchange.
I especially enjoyed the workshops and meaningful events. Every day brought something new – creative contests, sports games, interesting activities that inspired self-development. I also had a great opportunity to make new acquaintances and find friends. This experience will forever remain with me as one of the most vivid impressions of the summer!"
Eva Kushnir
"At the camp, we spoke more foreign languages, and this is the best practice to improve our level of knowledge. We learned a lot of new things and had a great time. The weather also contributed to a comfortable stay in Germany. I also really liked the food, especially the lasagna and banofi pie – it was sooooooooo good!"
Margarita Fen
"The camp was full of adventures, new knowledge and friends! During the workshops on making jewelry, souvenirs or clothing items, we learned new practical skills. It was informative and useful!"
Karolina Ivantsova
"I am sincerely grateful to the organizers for a wonderful vacation, positive and unforgettable impressions! The time spent in the tent camp was a real adventure for me.
Living among the wonderful nature, I was able to feel real freedom, peace and calmness, met interesting people and made new friends. These memories will stay with me forever, and I am already looking forward to new meetings and adventures in the future!"
Denys Korzhov
"In the tent camp, children deepened their knowledge of German and English, made new friends, exchanged experiences and cultural traditions, and relaxed in nature. This unforgettable trip to Germany helped the students to improve their health and psychologically upload, to feel peace and tranquility, gave them strength and energy."
Victoria Solominchuk
Lawyer in the Kyiv City Organization of the Trade
Union of Education and Science Workers of Ukraine
