Protest Safety Tips

for what you believe in is an integral part of being an American citizen; a human citizen. Stay safe while you're exercising your right to demonstrate. Adapted from guidance from Yale University, here are the basics you need to know to stay safe at a public demonstration.

This information is adapted from yale.edu

Medical Conditions

What to Carry

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Crowd Safety

Route Planning

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Stay safe everyone.

is your first step for safety. Know where you’ll meet if you are separated, and have a contingency plan if you can’t use your cell phones for any reason. If you are part of a larger group, set up a group text to stay connected in case of separation and a meet-up location if your phones don’t work. You should also make sure that someone else, who is not attending the march, knows where you are going. Consider sharing your GPS location with your friends that are attending with the use of the iPhone feature (located on the information icon) or use of an downloadable Application (example: Life360). This way, your friends can locate you in the event you are separated.

Bringing a Partner

credit card, transit passes, medical alert bracelet, and cash. Bring paper and a pen, and a list of contact numbers in case you don’t have access to your cell phone or the network is overloaded. Charge your phone and bring along a backup power source. Bring energy snacks and enough water to stay hydrated four to eight hours. Bring any personal hygiene articles, including sunscreen. Local businesses might close during a demonstration. Dress appropriately, including a bandana to protect from tear gas and pepper spray, and carry a small first-aid kit that includes bandages and disinfectant wipes.

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if you have a pre-existing medical condition. If you have diabetes, asthma, or another medical condition, ensure that you have your medications, blood sugar monitor, inhaler, EpiPen, and other health supplies. Be sure you have medical alert identification on you in case you have an emergency in the crowd.

Plan ahead

have to do more walking to and from the demonstration than you will walk during the march. Do your research on which streets may be closed for larger protests and where public transportation may be diverted. Scout stops in each direction in case your way is blocked.

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you’re protesting, there will be people who strongly disagree with you. You may even encounter counter protesters. Police will be present to control the crowd and make sure things don’t escalate, but you can’t depend on the police to protect you, even from other police. Be prepared for unpredictable things to happen.

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very scary to be trapped in a tight crowd. Keep your arms free rather than pinned at your side and use wide-spread footing for balance to prevent falls. When the crowd is moving, go with them rather than attempting to remain still, but look for openings to make your way incrementally towards the periphery and out of the congestion. Warn others about obstacles in your path, holes in the pavement, and other tripping hazards. You should immediately seek assistance for anyone who has fallen.

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