Oscar-winning Colman said it was “important” to do her bit and help those in need
(Picture: PA)Olivia Colman recently travelled to Denmark to distribute emergency supplies to Ukrainian children, who have been left without essentials.
The Oscar-winning actress, 48, offered aid as she visited the Unicef warehouse in Copenhagen, and sent a handwritten note to those affected by the war in the region.
Colman, who became Unicef’s UK President in 2020, said she felt it was “important” to do her bit and help those in need, following the atrocities committed in Ukraine over the past few months.
She told The Mirror: “It’s so important that children can receive this kind of support. A bomb is dropped, you lose everything.
“You lose your right and your ability to be clean and to feel safe, and for children their right to play and learn and feel nourished and looked after and cared for. And that’s why this is so important.”
Colman added: “There is no child in the world who is responsible for any war, and amazing people here make sure that they’re not forgotten and they’re looked after.”
At least 14,000 people have reportedly been killed, following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February.
During her visit, Colman sent out essential items including medical supplies, midwifery kits and hygiene products to Ukraine and other parts of the world in humanitarian crisis, such as Afghanistan, Yemen and Ethiopia.
The actress also packed fun items for children to enjoy, such as puzzles, puppets and various games.
Colman joins a host of stars who have offered their help, including Mila Kunis, Ashton Kutcher, Gigi Hadid and the Beckhams, who all gave donations.
Sir Rod Stewart supported the efforts by opening up his home to Ukrainian families.
Sean Penn has made several trips to Ukraine where he has spoken with President Volodymyr Zelensky. The actor and director, 62, offered the president his Oscar and told him to bring it back to Malibu “when Ukraine wins”.
Speaking on the president’s Telegram channel, Penn, 62, said: “It’s just a symbolic silly thing, but if I know this is here then I’ll feel better and strong enough for the fights.
“When you win, bring it back to Malibu, because I’ll feel much better knowing there’s a piece of me here.”
