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Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine on 24 February, the consequences of the war have been devastating for many millions of people in then country.
Many of those forced to flee left behind friends and communities, their homes, belongings, and jobs.
The UN's Nathalie Minard spoke to Ukrainian refugees in neighbouring Poland, to find out how cash transfers from the UN are helping them, and why the UN refugee agency (UNHCR) considers cash to be the most efficient way to help vulnerable people.
This content originally appeared on UN News and was authored by UNOG/ Nathalie Minard.