It is difficult to find the words to describe how we’re feeling this week, as we watch Vladimir Putin’s horrific assault on Ukraine. We condemn this senseless violence, and our hearts go out to the millions of people affected by this tragedy — both those in Ukraine and their loved ones abroad. We are also angry on behalf of the many people in Russia who did not want this conflict, who are also facing hardship as a result of their leader’s actions.

In the face of suffering on this scale, it is all too easy to feel powerless. That’s why we are using this week’s newsletter to encourage you, our readers, to take action in whatever ways are accessible to you.

Below, we’re sharing some ways you can support Ukraine directly. Give what you can, and consider how this urge to help can also be channeled in your own community. We cannot stop what is happening, but we can do our best to reduce harm and create a positive impact for those around us.

In solidarity,
The Decision Lab Team

+ Get your donation matched. Right now, the UK Government is matching donations to the Disasters Emergency Committee, up to £20 million. Click here to donate and double your impact.

+ Donate to groups providing aid on the ground. You have many excellent options, including Doctors Without Borders, The International Committee of the Red Cross, Mercy Corps, and CARE's Ukraine fund. The Embassy of Ukraine to the UK is also consolidating funding to be distributed to several organizations via the WithUkraine platform.

+ Volunteer to help (for those in surrounding countries). Fill out this form if you're interested in providing assistance with transport, accommodation, translation, etc.

+ Support protesters and opposition press in Russia. Meduza and OVD-Info are working to ensure access to information and media freedom in the country.

+ Support unbiased journalism in Ukraine. This fundraiser is raising money to be distributed across a range of Ukrainian media outlets that are covering the war.

+ Join a rally in your area. This page catalogs peaceful demonstrations taking place around the world — use it to find an upcoming action near you.

+ Learn more about what's going on. Here you can find a brief summary of the history that led up to this moment.