On March 8, 2026, the Swedish government announced a humanitarian support package of over 71 million kronor to bolster the resilience of women and girls in Ukraine. The funds will be distributed between the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and UN Women, focusing on humanitarian activities. According to the government, Russian attacks in Ukraine have deadly consequences, with women being vulnerable yet central to civilian resistance efforts in areas such as healthcare, education, and defense.
The support aims to provide psychosocial assistance, enhance maternal healthcare, and protect sexual and reproductive health and rights. 9 million people through its 153 gynecological clinics, 27 mobile reproductive health units, three mobile delivery units, and 104 care facilities. Swedish ministers emphasized that supporting Ukrainian women is a moral duty, linking gender equality to defense and security.
The initiative aligns with Sweden's priorities of promoting human rights, access to safe abortion care, and contraceptives globally.