Comprehensive support for women survivors of gender-based violence through access to hepatitis C treatment in Ukraine 

Donor: Johanniter International Assistance with funding from Aktion Deutschland Hilft 

 Project period: July – December 2025 

Project geography: Kyiv, Chernihiv, Rivne, Poltava. 

This project aims to ensure safe and comprehensive access to hepatitis C treatment for women who have experienced gender-based violence (GBV) in four Ukrainian cities: Kyiv, Chernihiv, Rivne, and Poltava. Special attention is given to internally displaced women, women who use drugs, women living with HIV, and members of marginalized communities. 

Implemented by 100% Life in partnership with Johanniter, the project introduces a “one-stop” model for delivering medical, psychological, and legal support to GBV survivors, with the potential for national scale-up. 

Key Activities: 

• Establishment of four “one-stop” clinics for testing, treatment, and support for GBV survivors. 

• Rapid antibody testing, PCR diagnostics, and initiation of pan-genotypic antiviral therapy. 

• Provision of psychological and legal support to women undergoing treatment. 

• Training of multidisciplinary teams (doctors, psychologists, social workers) in trauma-informed care. 

• Development of effective referral systems from shelters, crisis centers, and social services. 

• Awareness campaigns targeting GBV survivors about hepatitis C and available treatment. 

• Collection of cost and patient experience data to support advocacy for integration into the national healthcare system. 

Expected Results: 

• 200 women survivors of GBV will complete the full diagnostic cascade and begin hepatitis C treatment. 

• At least 90% will show undetectable HCV-RNA at week 4 of therapy. 

• 80% of women will rate their sense of safety and respect in clinics as 4 or 5 on a five-point scale. 

• A documented “one-stop” service model will be developed for future scale-up. 

Partners: 

• 100% Life – Ukraine’s largest patient-led organization with extensive experience in HIV/AIDS, TB, and support for vulnerable populations. Responsible for project implementation, including medical, psychological, and social services. 

• Johanniter International Assistance – Provides financial, logistical, and monitoring support to ensure transparency and effective project delivery. 

Implementation Principles: 

• Gender-sensitive approach tailored to the needs of women survivors of violence. 

• Creation of safe environments and reduction of barriers to healthcare access. 

• Development of a sustainable model for integration into the national healthcare system.