In light of the current situation with Russia and Ukraine, we know this is a worrying time for colleagues, particularly those from the region or who have family, friends, and loved ones in the affected area. Please talk to your line manager if you’re personally impacted.
The best possible way to support affected people in Ukraine is to donate to a reputable fundraising charity.
You’re able to do this directly from your pre-tax salary through our Give As You Earn benefit. Set this up in myHR portal from Monday 14 March – select ‘Benefits’. Find out more here.
If colleagues would like to donate, we suggest the Red Cross.
How to show solidarity
There’s little people outside Ukraine can do to directly change what happens next and that feeling of helplessness can often make what we’re seeing much harder to bear. Global Citizen has shared meaningful ways you can show solidarity with Ukraine. Read more here.
Local places to donate essential items
If you’d like to donate, there are local groups taking donations in the following areas.
There’s also a Southampton donation page where you can donate money directly.