"Continuing education is the most important goal."



Russia's military invasion has displaced many people from their homes, forcing more than half of their children to evacuate at home and abroad.


Educational opportunities are what Ukrainians are trying to protect, even though their lives are threatened and food, clothing and shelter are not available.



We talked to the Minister of Education and Science, Scarlett.

What is the damage to children?

"Every day many people are killed, more than 150 children have died, more than 200 have been injured, and it's really heartbreaking. Children's sacrifices are justified at all costs. I can not do it"

"83 educational facilities such as schools were completely destroyed and 776 were damaged. This number is increasing day by day. It's unthinkable barbaric in the 21st century."

Are your children learning?

"Currently, we are not able to continue studying in two states in the country. In 22 states, some schools are closed, but we are able to continue classes online. Children can take classes even at evacuation sites. We believe that continuing education is our most important goal. We are building a system that will ensure that children are educated in Ukraine wherever they go. "

How do you specifically learn?

"It can be said that it was useful to have created an online lesson system with Corona Sorrow. We have launched an online lesson platform called" All Ukraine Online School "."

"We provide videos and textbooks of various subjects for children. It is also available from abroad and is currently used from more than 130 countries. In addition, Ukrainian public broadcasting etc. also have online teaching materials for children. It is offered at. "

What about children's psychological care?

"Because not only children but also parents and teachers are under great stress, we are disseminating information on the Internet considering various measures with the government office in charge of education. Advice from psychiatric doctors around the world While receiving it, I also started online therapy, etc. Now I can use these administrative services even when I am in a shelter. "

"The Ministry of Education and Science collaborates with educational institutions to provide information on children's psychological support on the Internet. Simple exercises for children who cannot leave the shelter or home are also available on SNS. I've also made a video to help parents explain the war to their children. "

What do you look for in Japan?

"I am deeply grateful that Japan was the first Asian country to express its solidarity with Ukraine and support it. Specialized in the development of online lesson systems that make use of Japan's high technological capabilities. We look forward to your support. We also lack a tablet device for online lessons. Please consider providing it. For Japanese teachers and researchers, we will work with Ukrainian teachers and researchers. We would like to see your cooperation and support the reconstruction in the fields of education and science. "

What are you aiming for as Minister of Education and Science?

"It is miserable for the Ukrainian people to leave the country. As a Ukrainian and as Minister of Education and Science, I will do everything the people can do to return home. It is for the country of Ukraine that the people Above all, it's a treasure. Now, in Poland and European countries, there is a system to receive education according to Ukrainian standards. I hope that young people will come back for the reconstruction of Ukraine in the future. Only for me. However, both the Ukrainian government and President Zelensky are doing everything to make Ukrainians proud of their country. To reassure the people, the country will help them in any way. To rebuild the economy. Ukraine is one of the best countries in the world in the future if it can be realized. ”



(Yusuke Tamura / Interviewer Mayuko Wakuda)