They didn't need to be heroes.

Before February 24th, 2022, they were content to be parents and children, musicians and poets, causes and companies.

When the first shot was fired and the first bombs were dropped, they didn't have to be heroes. They could have thought of only themselves. They could have turned off the TV. They could have just stayed home.

But as the war that was supposed to last for weeks stretched into months, they chose to become heroes in ways they probably never imagined.

24 for 24 is a daily series that will feature stories that show how our shared humanity continues to overcome the forces that seek to divide us even in the darkest of times.

Their stories are inspiring, heartbreaking, and infuriating. And once you've read them, seen their words, and heard their songs, you'll be ready to act. And we'll be ready to show you how.