Introduction: MH4U Projects is dedicated to driving mental health reforms in Ukraine. Since 2019, the project has been wholeheartedly committed to this cause. Despite the challenges posed by the ongoing invasion, Ukrainian mental health specialists have demonstrated remarkable resilience, introducing cuttingedge services to address crises. Among the innovative services introduced includes youth-friendly spaces, which offer a safe place for children, parents, and families to receive assistance, acquire new psychoeducation skills, and feel secure; direct support of families. These services aim to cater to populations affected by Russian aggression, including internally displaced persons and children with mental health disabilities. Methods: Collecting data from local partner events and conducting needs assessments, creation, application, and comparison of youth-friendly spaces at the local level. Analyzing effective combinations of services for the population affected by Russian aggression. Results and discussion: My presentation aims to address pertinent issues regarding working with children at the front line. I will provide viable solutions on how to establish new services for children and internally displaced persons, while also offering insights on creating youth-friendly spaces using best practices. Additionally, I will delve into the critical subject of working with families and children who have been affected by to Russian aggression and has mental health disabilities.