What to Expect When You Protest

Protests are a pillar of American democracy, a Constitutional right, and one of our best tools for political progress. While the threat of authoritarianism rises, protesting is all the more important – even vital – to defending our democracy and demanding freedom. Whether you want to protest an oppressive administration, police brutality, or restrictions on reproductive rights, you’re entitled to feel safe and confident exercising your right.

This course is designed to help you do just that, so you’ll understand your rights around protesting, what to expect when you’re there, and how to protest safely and effectively. We’ll break down common misconceptions about protesting, get you up to speed on what anti-protest bills are circulating right now, and make sure you’re prepared in any protesting scenario. This course will be your protesting playbook and pocket guide that you can read now and refer back to the next time you hit the streets.

Objectives

• Understand the laws around protesting and exercising your right to protest 

• Consider best practices for safety at protests

• Learn how to build community and Democratic power out of local protests