Kharkiv

Situated in northeastern Ukraine, Kharkiv is the country’s second-largest city, with a pre-conflict population of over 1.4 million. Established in 1654, it grew into a significant centre for culture, education, and industry. By the early 20th century, Kharkiv became an essential railway hub, reinforcing its position as a key player in the country’s transport and industrial sectors.

Known for its academic community and industries, Kharkiv has long been a powerhouse for innovation and production in Ukraine. Despite the immense challenges it faces, the city’s enduring infrastructure and significance ensure it will continue to be a cornerstone of Ukraine’s recovery and future growth.

The city of Kharkiv, along with Ukraine, is suffering the consequences of a devastating invasion that has led to invaluable damages and losses. In this context, during the UNECE Second Forum of Mayors celebrated in April 2022, Ihor Terekhov, Mayor of Kharkiv, asked Norman Foster for help in creating the vision and masterplan for the future Kharkiv. Since then, the Norman Foster Foundation (NFF), together with UNECE, Arup, a Kharkiv group of architects, the NFF Advisory Board, local transport experts and other stakeholders, worked on the concept masterplan for the future Kharkiv.

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Transparency and keeping stakeholders informed are key to the success of Ukraine’s reconstruction efforts. In this section, you can access the most recent reports detailing the progress made in rebuilding Kharkiv. These reports provide comprehensive updates on the recovery initiatives, timelines, financial details, and future projections.

Rebuilding Ukraine’s cities after the devastation of war requires a collective effort. Governments, organizations, and individuals worldwide have already made significant contributions, but the scale of the task means that more help is needed. This is your opportunity to play a part in shaping the future of cities in Ukraine.

Your donation can have a direct impact on restoring homes, rebuilding essential infrastructure, and creating sustainable, resilient urban environments for future generations. Every contribution—whether large or small—helps bring these cities one step closer to recovery.

Donations can be made through the DREAM platform, which you can access by clicking the DREAM logo below.