Two Belfast friends are planning to leave their homes in two weeks to take Northern Ireland's message of compassion directly to Ukraine refugees in need of temporary homes.
Anne Marie Marnell and Stephen Ward feel compelled to take direct action after growing frustrated, with what they believe is a confusing approach by the UK government to help those in need.
Family support worker, Anne Marie, said: "We just want to help people navigate the difficult 'Homes for Ukraine' programme launched by the UK government earlier this week. We want people to feel safe and we want to offer our help here where we are famous for our hospitality.