Description of the project

The "Karazin Coworking Hub" project aims to create a safe educational space in the shelters of Karazin University, where students and faculty can continue learning and teaching even under highly risky conditions. Kharkiv, a large city in eastern Ukraine, has suffered severe damage from shelling and missile attacks, leading to significant destruction of infrastructure, including that of the university. This has created a high level of danger for participants in the educational process, making uninterrupted learning extremely challenging. The situation has a profound impact on the psychological well-being of students and faculty, especially those who have lost their homes or relocated to Kharkiv from affected regions. The project envisions establishing a secure learning environment that will ensure the continuity of education, reduce stress and anxiety levels, and help maintain the quality of education and focus on academic development. In doing so, this project contributes to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4 – "Quality Education" by ensuring access to education even in crisis conditions, creating a safe environment for students and faculty, and supporting educational opportunities for everyone studying and working at the university.

Primary Goal of the Project:
To ensure the physical safety and access to quality education for students and faculty in wartime conditions.

Project Target Audience:
Students, especially internally displaced persons (IDPs) and vulnerable groups, as well as university faculty and staff.

Project Implementation Plan:
1. Preparatory Stage: Needs assessment, team formation, budget planning (1 month).
2. Implementation Phase: Infrastructure modernization, shelter improvement (3-6 months).
3. Monitoring and Evaluation: Assessment of results (1 month).
4. Completion and Support: Continued maintenance of the safe space.
Budget:
The total project cost is approximately UAH 1,800,000.

Expected Project Outcomes:
Reduced risks to the lives of students and staff, continuous learning, and the creation of a supportive educational environment.

Post-Project Activities:
Ongoing support for the safe space’s functioning and seeking funding for its further development.