Socio-pedagogical support for children from internally displaced families in the context of war

Abstract

The article explores the specifics of socio-pedagogical support for children from families of internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the context of social instability caused by the war in Ukraine. It highlights the complex social, psychological, and educational challenges that displaced children face, including difficulties in adapting to new social environments, disruptions in learning, emotional instability, and problems with social communication. Given these challenges, the importance of comprehensive and personalized support for these children is emphasized, recognizing that each child's experience and needs are unique. The study presents a detailed technology of socio-pedagogical support, structured as a multi-stage process aimed at fostering the social competence of displaced children. This technology is designed to help children develop a responsible civic position, strengthen leadership qualities, and establish positive interactions within peer groups. It also facilitates their successful integration into new social environments, minimizing the risk of isolation and conflict. The support process is flexible, adapting to the specific conditions and needs of each child. The proposed technology of socio-pedagogical support is presented as a nine-stage process. It begins with diagnosing the needs and conditions of displaced children, followed by analyzing the collected data, setting objectives, and developing individualized support plans. Further stages include consulting and training for educators and parents, experimental implementation of the support measures, reflective evaluation, large-scale implementation, and continuous monitoring to assess the effectiveness of the support provided. Such a structured approach ensures that the socio-pedagogical support is systematic, adaptable, and responsive to the evolving needs of children from IDP families.

Key words: children of internally displaced persons; socio-pedagogical support; adaptation; socialization; integration; technology of socio-pedagogical support.