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What to do before your first protest


A Few Small Tips for Attending Your First Protest March

PREP: Before the Protest · 1. Make signs. · 2. Drink lots of water. · 3. Plan your exit. · 4. Tell a friend who isn't going. · 5. Write an emergency contact number ...

How to Protest Safely - NRDC

The Electronic Frontier Foundation's guide to protesting suggests encrypting your phone and turning it on airplane mode before demonstrating, since phones can ...

I'm going to my first protest, any tips? : r/punk - Reddit

Wear anonymous clothing, even better if you can get some for the occasion and then throw them away or burn them. Cover your face following the ...

Protest Tips and Resources | NYU School of Law

Best Practices for Protesting Safely · Wear a mask. · Wear nondescript clothing and comfortable shoes. · Bring a friend. · Bring water. · If possible, do not wear ...

Protesting Tips: What to Bring, How to Act, How to Stay Safe | WIRED

Stay close to your group. Meet up beforehand, stick together the entire time, and leave the protest together. If you don't have a group, check ...

Organising Your First Protest - The Commons Social Change Library

If your local police tend toward clearing protests quickly or even violence, you will want to share tips about self-protection against, for example, tear gas or ...

How to plan a peaceful protest - Campus Free Speech Guide

ASSEMBLE. Gather like-minded people and make a case for why a protest action is necessary. · ORGANIZE. Designate an effective mode of leadership or agree to opt ...

Staying Safe and Healthy at a Public Demonstration or March

Before you go, identify a location away from the area where you and your group will meet if you need to leave quickly. When you arrive at the event, be aware of ...

Safety Tips for Protests, Rallies and Marches - Drexel University

Before going to an event: · Do NOT bring alcohol, cannabis or cannabis products, or other drugs. · Wear comfortable, protective shoes. · Fully charge your phone ...

What to do before your first protest - tips & tricks - Polly Barks

Here are some helpful tips on what to do before your first protest, both mentally and physically!

Safety While Protesting: Protesting & Supporting Protests Safely

Carry hand sanitizer and use it often, especially before or after touching anyone. Consider bringing enough to share with fellow protestors.

Know Your Rights | Protesters' Rights | ACLU

The First Amendment protects your right to assemble and express your views through protest ... your rights before heading out into the streets.

Tips for Protesting Peacefully and Safely - Human Rights Campaign

Stay hydrated and dress for expected weather. · Bring any needed medication, water, face masks and supplies. · Take supplies to protect yourself ...

Practical protest tips - Liberty

What should I wear? ... Wear non-distinctive, comfortable clothing and shoes. It is best to cover as much skin as possible, even if the weather is warm. Wear dark ...

What to Know Before Heading to a Protest | Teen Vogue

1. Go with people you know and have a protest buddy. · 2. Always dress and pack for the possibility of a riot. · 3. Pack water and snacks. · 4.

Know Your Rights: Guide To Protesting & Community Safety

Safety at Protests · Wear contacts. This may cause damage if you get attacked with tear gas. · Put Vaseline, mineral oil, oil-based sunscreen or ...

How to Organise a Protest March

Contact other organizations, coalitions, etc. long before and get them to endorse (and attend) the demonstration. The time, place, and program should be geared ...

Protest Rights and Safety Center - ACLU of Washington |

Plan ahead – research the location you'll be going and the organizations calling for protest, if at all possible. Consider how you will safely travel to and ...

Participating in a Protest? Know Your Rights and Risks

Finally, before attending a public demonstration, you should prepare a plan to ensure your safety and to stay connected with others in the event of an ...

How to Physically Prepare for a Protest - VICE

How to prepare for a protest: the basics · Stretch/warm up before and after. Walking is a pretty low-key activity and a decent warm-up in and of ...