Today UNFPA launched Aurora, an online platform that provides specialised psychotherapy for survivors of gender-based violence, including conflict-related sexual violence.

The platform ensures that survivors have access to quality remote specialised assistance in any part of Ukraine, including non-government-controlled areas and abroad. 

GBV survivors can receive comprehensive support from psychotherapists to overcome traumatic experiences, restore emotional balance and internal resources for rebuilding their lives. They also have access to legal and medical consultations to address pressing health issues, including reproductive health. 

All services are provided confidentially and anonymously with high professional ethical standards. Users of the platform can choose a specialist for long-term support and case management to avoid re-traumatisation and increase the effectiveness of provided care.

Anyone, regardless of gender or age, can apply for free quality support. To receive individual specialised assistance, one needs to fill out an anonymous form on the Break the Circle website.

The platform is currently working in beta mode, while full technical functionality is being developed.

Aurora online platform is created by UNFPA in cooperation with the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration of Ukraine and with the support of the UK Government.

The online psychotherapy support platform is part of the assistance system for survivors of gender-based violence, including conflict-related sexual violence. Jointly with the Government of Ukraine and with the support of the governments of the UK, Canada, Estonia, Sweden and the EU, UNFPA is developing a network of specialised psychosocial, medical and legal services for Ukrainians who experienced violence.