Contact your local politicians to let them know how you feel about upcoming votes and issues.
We know that this can be scary but there are resources to help you out!
SAMPLE CALLING SCRIPT
Here's an effective script you can use when calling your representative.
Introduction:
"Hello, my name is [Your Name], and I am a constituent from [Your City or District]."
State the Purpose:
"I am calling today to express my concern about [specific issue]. This issue is very important to me because [briefly explain why it matters to you personally]."
Make Your Request:
"I urge Representative [Representative's Last Name] to [specific action you want them to take, e.g., support/oppose a bill, take a stand on an issue, etc.]."
Personal Touch:
"As a constituent, I believe that [briefly state your values or how the issue impacts your community]. I hope Representative [Representative's Last Name] will consider my perspective when making decisions."
Closing:
"Thank you for your time and for listening to my concerns. I appreciate the hard work you do for our community. Have a great day!"
Boycott businesses that support Trump, Musk, or any MAGA objectives.
Companies like Costco, Delta Airlines, Apple, Cisco, and Deutsche Bank remain committed to their DEI programs.
Source: Forbes Magazine, 2/17/25
Get involved in your community.
We stand strong together.
Join a group, volunteer, whatever you can do to help and to make bonds in these difficult times.
Volunteer Match is a great site to search for opportunities in your community to volunteer.
Stay on top of news and events.
This will mean looking for news resources outside of the major news networks to really know what is going on.
Stay informed, but don't let yourself get overwhelmed.
You can check out some sources here.
We all need to resist and speak up, however we can.
We know that this may mean different things for different people. Do whatever you can.
Support businesses owned by women.
Below is a link to the We Are Women Owned Small Business Director, a curated online directory.
WAWO features product & service-based businesses non-profits. Each purpose-driven organization in their directory has at least one female-identifying founder or owner.
You can search for businesses in your area, as well as by Category.
Now would be a great time to take a self-defense class or do something else to help you feel better about being strong in these tough times.
Take care of your own mental and physical health.
This might mean stepping away from the news for a bit just to recharge and take a mental break from everything that's going on.