Keeping Safe at Protests
Protests and collective action are critical for demanding that governments pass policies and protect programs that meet the needs of everyday citizens. Now, more than ever, we need to be politically engaged through voting, contacting and meeting with our representatives, and taking to the streets to advocate for healthcare, quality education, voting rights, social security, and action on the latest science.
Below is a resource list from a Unitarian Universalist Climate Justice group that will help you prepare and stay safe at protests:
AFSC: A guide to protesting
NRDC: How to protest safety
ACLU: Protesters’ Rights
The Activist Checklist: Preparing for a protest
Human Rights Campaign: Tips for Preparedness, Peaceful Protesting, and Safety
Indivisible: Safety, Security, and Digital Preparedness
If protesting isn’t for you, you can always take political action from home. Writing your reps, signing petitions, writing postcards, and volunteering at a local food pantry are a few options.
More Reading & Resources
Beautiful Trouble: A book, strategy card deck, online toolbox and creative campaign incubator. An international network of artist-activist-trainers helping grassroots movements become more creative and effective.
