Call the Midwife's Helen George issues urgent plea amid the Ukraine/Russia conflict

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Helen George has encouraged her followers to help the women in Ukraine amid Russia's invasion. In honour of International Women's Day on Tuesday, the Call the Midwife star urged her followers to donate to charity Disasters Emergency Committee.MORE: Royal fans notice hidden message inside the Queen's home in latest photographsThe DEC brings together "15 leading UK aid charities, raising funds to quickly and effectively respond to overseas disasters".WATCH: 5 ways to help in the Ukranian crisisAlongside website details, Helen wrote: "On international Women’s Day, let's do something worthwhile for some women who really need our help.

Over a million people have fled their homes in Ukraine. They need food, water, shelter and medical assistance.DONATE NOW: What can you do to help Ukraine?MORE: How to talk to your children about the Ukraine/Russia conflict"The DEC has launched an urgent appeal. @disastersemergencycommittee member charities are on the ground in Ukraine and in bordering countries, bringing vital lifesaving aid to those in need.

Please help. Donate today via link in my bio #UkraineAppeal #internationalwomensday."Helen is among the many stars to speak out on the Ukraine and Russia conflict, expressing their shock and sadness over the news.A post shared by Helen George (@helenrgeorge)Helen shared this post with her fans on TuesdayLast week, David Beckham - who became a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador in 2005 - shared a series of heartbreaking images of Ukrainian civilians."The situation in Ukraine is devastating and terrifying for its people," he wrote. "Like any parent it is heartbreaking to see the effect on the innocent children that are now living in a war zone.