1,000,000 people forced to flee their homes in Ukraine as refugees into neighbouring countries.1,000,000 people who - just one week ago - were working, studying, raising children, enjoying their lives.1,000,000 people who did not think this could ever be their reality.

Amid this horrible news, we have been blown away by the outpouring of support we have seen for people forced to flee Ukraine. Neighbouring countries have kept their borders open and local communities have welcomed refugees with open arms. Thousands of people have reached out to UNHCR to help Ukraine, asking to host refugees, volunteer or make a corporate donation.

As we speak, our staff are on the ground providing lifeline support to all refugees who flee the country.