Almost three weeks after Vladimir Putin ordered tanks and troops into the former Soviet state, defenders on the ground and western nations remain defiant.
A raft of sanctions has been unveiled by the British government, as groups across the world are looking to support those who are looking to remain in their home nation in addition to those hoping to find safety elsewhere.
Take a look at how you can help by donating items to locations across Sunderland for the people of Ukraine.
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Take a look at how you can help by donating items to locations across Sunderland for the people of Ukraine.
5. The Jacksons
A collection for those suffering in Ukraine will be held at The Jacksons pub on Lower Dundas Street. Photo: Google maps
6. Impact North East
The I.M.P.A.C.T Northeast Sunderland is gathering donations to send humanitarian aid to partners in Suceava, near the Romanian border with Ukraine. All the items need to be grouped by category and boxed in cardboard boxes that are no larger than 61cm X 46cm X 46cm and max 20kg weight and should be labelled e.g. nappies - sizes, sanitary pads, etc. Donations can be dropped off at I.M.P.A.C.T Northeast HQ at 13 Tavistock Pl, Hendon, Sunderland SR1 1PB. Photo: Google maps
7. Sunderland Geek Retreat
Geek Retreat owners Laura Green and Stewart Brass are taking in donations for Ukraine. Photo: Stu Norton
8. Fulwell Community Library
Fulwell Community Library is collecting for Ukrainian children. Items that can be donated include baby wipes, towels, sanitary towels, baby toys, baby food and more. Photo: Google Maps