Topic: 2026 – Combating Malnutrition
Country: Ukraine
Delegate Name: Thomson Manoj
Delegation of Ukraine
Farmington High School
Thomson Manoj
Ukraine sees child malnutrition as a huge problem, and the war since 2022 has made
everything worse. Because of war, a lot of homes, farms, hospitals, and water systems
are damage, and millions had to evacuate where they resided, which makes it more
difficult for them to access enough healthy food, clean water, and basic healthcare for
children. This affects children in the frontlines and freshly liberated areas the most,
along with kids in institutions, with disabilities, and kids part of families that suddenly fell
into poverty.
Ukraine works with UNICEF and other partners to keep children as safe and healthy as
possible in these situations. UNICEF has teams in many regions that support
healthcare, immunization, nutrition, education, safe water, mental health support, and
monetary assistance for affected families. Teams also help repair damages schools and
water systems so affected communities can get back on their feet. Ukraine believes
fighting malnutrition is not charity but a basic human right, so that every child, no matter
where they live or who they are, should be able to have access to nutritious food, clean
water, healthcare, and basic health info, in line with the Conventions on the Rights of
the Child and the Sustainable Development Goals.
Ukraine is asking UNICEF and other countries to focus more on nutrition when they
respond to conflicts such as this one. In the short term, Ukraine asks for more screening
and treatment for severely malnourished children, stronger water and sanitation
systems, humanitarian monetary support to help families buy necessities, and school
meal programs if possible. In the long term, Ukraine wants support to rebuild health and
water systems, keep investing in resilient food systems and farmers, and expand child-
focused social protection and cash programs so families can protect their children from
future shocks and crises. The goal is not to just keep children alive during the war, but
to help them thrive by giving them a real chance to grow, learn, and live out their lives
afterward.
Works Cited (MLA)
“Armenia to Ukraine: UNICEF Maps Out Humanitarian Action for Children in
2024.” UNICEF USA, 17 Dec. 2023, www.unicefusa.org/stories/armenia-ukraine-unicef-
maps-out-humanitarian-action-children-2024.
“UNICEF Won’t Stop Helping Children in Ukraine: Full-Scale War Hits 2-Year
Mark.” UNICEF USA, 8 May 2025, www.unicefusa.org/stories/unicef-wont-stop-helping-
children-ukraine-full-scale-war-hits-2-year-mark.
War in Ukraine: Over 700 Days of Loss and Unyielding Resilience. UNICEF, Feb.
2024, www.unicef.dk/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ukraine-war_over-700-days-of-loss-
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