Ukrainian Space is a Day Centre and Educational Facility in Budapest established by members of St Margaret's Church in response to the conflict in Ukraine. Supported largely by St Margaret’s own Refugee Appeal, it aims to help refugees from Ukraine settle into Budapest life. 

The space offers parents with children aged eight to sixteen a place to belong, talk, and learn new skills for themselves whilst their children are cared for and offered schooling in an environment amongst fellow Ukrainians. 

In August last year, the USPG and Diocese in Europe Bishops Appeal contributed towards the provision of English language teaching. Funds like these help refugee parents to recover some of their previous life while also providing skills that will be useful when they return home. 

Ukrainian Space offers a variety of activities for children and parents, including art classes. One child drew her story in the days before she and her mother fled Ukraine; you can hear their story above or on the Diocese in Europe YouTube channel.