
Children and War UK helps children who are traumatised by wars, disasters and other catastrophic events worldwide.
The children we help may have lived through bombing, gunfire, daily danger – or flooding, an earthquake, a devastating fire. Many have lost their homes and even the people they love.
For these children, we bring hope. We show them how to cope with their experiences, how to take charge of their own thoughts, how to overcome their feelings and worries.
Our trauma recovery techniques have been used to help children in war-torn Ukraine, those affected by the Grenfell fire, survivors of the massive earthquake in Turkey and many others.
To help them, we develop and deliver psychological support that is fast, accessible, scientifically sound and focused on the needs of the child. And we train those around the children to cascade this support as widely as possible, reaching into families, communities and entire regions affected by catastrophic events.
Latest news
May trainings open to book
Book now for two online courses – in the essentials of TRT and an add-on in traumatic bereavement.
Calling all cyclists!
We’re looking for riders to join our team for a 100km sponsored ride through Ashdown Forest on 13 July.
Welcome and farewell to trustees
Welcome to two new trustees including a new Training lead – and a vacancy for our Research lead.
Film: Ukrainian children in London
The heartache and recovery of Ukrainian families in London, helped by the power of TRT.
Podcast: Working with TRT
Professor Dennis Ougrin talks about working with children affected by war, exile or PTSD.
New trainings for 2025
Our training sessions for 2025 are now open for enquiries, covering use of TRT and our manuals.
You can make a difference
Our mission is to help children overcome the trauma of wars and other disasters.
You can support this life-changing work by making a donation or raising funds.
