While there is no shortage of generosity in Ukraine’s Central European neighbour, space runs out in several cities.
Krakow, Poland — In four weeks of war, three million people have left war-ravaged Ukraine with the majority crossing into Poland.
While the welcome from the government and civil society has been open-armed, space is running out for the newcomers.
Krzysztof Chawrona, a 41-year-old entrepreneur from Krakow and founder of Nidaros, an organisation that supports Ukrainian nationals, is among those who have given up space in their own homes for refugees.
“My son is staying with his auntie because I gave my flat away to eight refugees,” Chawrona, father of four, told Al Jazeera. “In my second flat, which I used to rent out to one company, there are seven people in 40 square metres. And they are grateful that they have a place to stay.”
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