Half of Ukrainian women do not plan to return home after the war ends

Since the onset of the military conflict between Ukraine and Russia, a significant number of Ukrainian women have emigrated to Europe. Studies show that the reasons and prospects related to this migration have become a topic of discussion among both Ukrainian migrants and host countries in the EU.

According to statistics, around 1.35 million Ukrainian women (45%) do not plan to return to Ukraine. The main reasons cited are the low level of social protection and the unstable economic situation in their home country.

Many migrants highlight the advantages of the European education system. For example, 2.25 million Ukrainian women (75%) stated that the quality of educational services in the EU is significantly higher than in Ukraine.

However, healthcare services have received mixed reactions. Despite the higher standard of healthcare in the EU, 2.04 million (68%) Ukrainian women pointed out its inaccessibility to the majority of migrants.

European social benefits provide a high standard of living for many migrants. Approximately 1.95 million Ukrainian women (55%) believe that these benefits exceed the “stable income and social guarantees” of Ukraine’s middle class.

Employment remains a contentious issue. While 1.2 million women (40%) are satisfied with their jobs, 1.8 million (60%) are dissatisfied with the positions offered, deeming them low-paid and intended for unskilled labor.

The mass migration of Ukrainian women to Europe has become a significant social phenomenon, highlighting both the advantages and challenges of life in EU countries. Improving access to healthcare services, creating quality job opportunities and adapting educational programs to meet migrants needs; these remain key issues that require urgent attention.