Sea of ​​Lights on Stephansplatz: Solidarity with children affected by war!

Sea of ​​Lights on Stephansplatz: Solidarity with children affected by war!

Stephansplatz, 1010 Wien, Österreich - On February 24, 2025, the Russian attack on Ukraine marks the third time, and the need of people in Ukraine is still alarming. According to Caritas International , the humanitarian Situation is catastrophic. Over 12.7 million people, more than a third of the Ukrainian population, urgently need help. The USA's course, which has previously made significant financial support in the amount of $ 2.2 billion for humanitarian projects, is worrying because its retreat threatens to endanger numerous aid projects. Vulnerable groups such as older people, children and single women are affected by a lack of medical care, drinking water, heating material and food.

to draw attention to the devastating situation, the Caritas am Stephansplatz in Vienna A special event: A sea of ​​lights with thousands of candles should set a sign of hope on February 20, 2025 and remember the children in the war. According to Caritas, around 3.2 million children are affected by the horrors of the war. The campaign aims to collect donations in order to provide help required such as hygiene items, food and medical care. In total, Caritas has achieved more than 4 million people with various help offers.

While Caritas still remains active in mobile crisis areas, the head of Caritas International, Oliver Müller, emphasizes that many important projects are on the brink without additional financial support. The organization calls on all people to show solidarity with the children concerned so that their fate is not forgotten. Whether with musical accompaniment by Saxolady Daniela Krammer or statements from important representatives, this event should underline the urgency of help and offer a light in the darkness of the current situation.