You can help end nuclear weapons. For over 80 years, the world has lived under the shadow of nuclear weapons and now, the risk of nuclear weapons use is the highest it has been in decades. Nuclear threats and other reckless behaviour from pro-nuclear weapons countries are dangerous and irresponsible. But it does not have to be this way. Together, we can take meaningful action to rid the world of these weapons of mass destruction.

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1. Don't panic

First of all, don’t panic. If you are feeling deep anxiety about nuclear war, please check out our guide on handling nuclear anxiety before you do anything else. If what you want right now is tools to take action, then we are with you! Here are four other steps you can take to make a difference.

2. Support the movement 

Ending nuclear weapons is a fight we can and will win together, but it will take long-term action at many different levels. Your donation helps power our global movement, and it's everyday people who will make sure we end nuclear weapons before they end us.

3. Speak up 📢

Nuclear threats must never become “normal”. Right now, every voice raised against nuclear weapons and nuclear threats reduces the risk, and can really help prevent their use. ICAN's partner organisations are working around the clock to make sure all governments condemn these threats and prevent nuclear use, and we need strong public support for that message at all levels.  

So, use your voice however you feel most comfortable:

• On social media
• In a letter to the editor
• In a phone call or email to your MP

Our campaign resource centre has even more tips and tools. The important thing is to speak out against these threats NOW.  

Campaign resources

4. Educate yourself  📚

You don’t need to be an expert to speak out against nuclear weapons and call out how dangerous and unacceptable nuclear weapons are. But information is power, and having the facts can help you find new ways to take action in ways that are meaningful to you. So to get you started, here are 10 things you should know about nuclear weapons ». 

5. Find a local ICAN partner 🤝

ICAN has over 700 partner organisations in 113 countries, so it’s likely that there’s a group of people near you that’s already taking action to help end nuclear weapons and could use your support. 

6. Get your community involved

If you don’t have a local ICAN partner you can reach out to, then get your local community involved yourself! Every voice against nuclear weapons is valuable. Reach out to your local groups; artists, churches, gardening, sports clubs and others. Encourage them to take an interest in our movement and start the conversation: "Shall we take a stand against nuclear weapons together? How can we best use our strengths to do this?"

If you're part of a non-governmental or community based organisation, consider becoming an ICAN partner.

 

It was people that stopped the nuclear arms race before, and together we can do it again.