Thread by @ElleOsiliWood

If the news that Boris Johnson is our new Prime Minster has left you feeling a bit helpless about UK politics today, here's a thread of things you can do to genuinely effect change. #NotMyPM

Since the Conservatives are slashing social & welfare provision, donate to groups that support the most vulnerable.

Poverty: @turn2us_org
Homelessness: @Shelter
The elderly: @ageukcampaigns
Foodbanks: @TrussellTrust
Citizen's Advice: @CitizensAdvice
Mental health: @MindCharity

Reply to government consultations. Often, these only attract responses from people with a vested interest, so make sure your voice is heard too.

Open topics currently include homelessness, police firearms, renter rights, & sexual harassment.

gov.uk/search/policy-…

Boris Johnson & the Conservative Party have shown themselves to be increasingly authoritarian, so support orgs that fight back in court.

@LibertyHQ fight fascism, mass surveillance & abuse of police power, & defend free speech & equal rights - you can donate, join or volunteer!

Use theyworkforyou.com to find your local MP, and see how they've been voting. It might feel futile, but send short, concise emails with your view on topics that are important to you. Even if it doesn't change their mind, it's important that we make MPs feel accountable.

It can feel like we're post-truth, so support real, impartial journalism. The @Guardian is a good choice - it doesn't paywall content, is editorially independent, and undertakes vital investigative reporting.

Buy a copy, donate, or subscribe here: support.theguardian.com

Obvious, but - register to vote. Not just because we could well be facing another general election, but also because parties use voter demographics to decide what they should stand for. If you aren't a potential voter, they don't care about helping you.

gov.uk/register-to-vo…

Education has never been more needed - with schools increasingly stretched, support orgs picking up the slack.

Books for children: @BookTrust
Low-income educational help: @shinetrustuk
Childhood support: @actnforchildren

Also, ask a local school if they need reading volunteers!

Can't afford to donate? Volunteer, or join a local group! There are so many orgs making real change in their communities, so look around (or on @nbrly) for one you can help. Also, think about the skills you can offer - maybe they need PR, web design, accounting, grant writing?

Making noise is always free.

Organise a protest (if you're marching, inform police: gov.uk/protests-and-m…)
Petition the government: petition.parliament.uk/petitions/new
Contact the media with important stories (@BBC or @Guardian are good choices)
Use @YStopUK if you're stopped by police

Lastly, to quote the ever inspiring @repjohnlewis, don't be afraid to get into #GoodTrouble. If you see a situation where you can help, do. Use civil disobedience to fight power. Protest about things that matter, & use your privilege to protect those who can't protect themselves.