Staff: responding to the current situation in Ukraine and Russia

Our community is deeply affected by the shocking situation in Ukraine.  Many of us have close links to Ukraine and Russia, or have direct experiences of conflicts in other parts of the world.  It is natural to feel fear, worry, distress and worry about what is happening.  Everyone reacts differently, and it's also OK if you feel or think something different to what you expect or to other people around you.

We have put together some resources with some advice and information that you might helpful:

Talking about what's happening:

• A school staff guide for supporting students impacted by the crisis in Ukraine | CIS
• Teachers can offer a safe space for students to talk about the war in Ukraine and help them take action | The Conversation
• How To Talk To Your Child About The War In Ukraine | YoungMinds
• How to educate in a time of conflict | Conrad Hughes
• Whenever a war breaks out in the world | News from the council of international schools
• Nonviolent Communication | Marshal Rosenberg: this is a useful approach to having good conversations about difficult subjects.

How to help:

• 27 Meaningful Ways You Can Help Ukraine | GlobalCitizen
• How someone in the Netherlands can help people in Ukraine | IAmExpat
• Doing what matters in a time of stress, an illustrated guide | WHO