CCIN has been operating for over 20 years improving the lives and prospects of hundreds of children in the Ozarichi region of Belarus. For those too young to remember Chernobyl was a nuclear power station that exploded in 1986 contaminating much of the area with deadly radiation. Many people close to the incident were evacuated however those further away were left to fend for themselves, Ozarichi as about 80 miles from the incident and suffered radioactive fallout that is still evident today, while it is safe to visit for short periods, living there is another matter. The Chernobyl clean-up operation itself is scheduled to complete by 2065.

Much of our work depends upon the commitment of our fabulous volunteers who raise funds through local events and sponsorship. This money then goes into funding projects and initiatives that improve the health and prospects of the young people of Belarus.

If you would like to help us help them see our getting involved section.