The key to rapid mobilization of any kind is a decentralized mesh of pods that can quickly spread the word and jump into action. The best way to get started is to join a group. Give it a decent try, and if the fit just isn’t there, try again. Or build your own pod by inviting 2-4 friends to do something simple and building from there.
As we head towards Juneteenth, donate to the National Association of Black Storytellers: “NABS promotes and perpetuates the art of Black storytelling—an art form which embodies the history, heritage, and culture of African Americans.” They host an annual conference, and offer free storytelling for qualifying institutions: nabsgriots.org
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House Democrats launched an information-collection portal for ICE abuses. If you often say “they all need to be prosecuted” this is where the records are collected for that day. Make sure people know about it, and if you have first hand knowledge of immigration abuses, report them. It’s also worth a few minutes to skim through the database of existing reports. The Iran war may have shifted ICE out of the headlines, but they’re just as active.
Signal is as simple to use as SMS or FB Messenger, but provides end-to-end encryption and a platform designed for security. We don’t recommend planning your next war on it, but it offers enhanced privacy compared to other easy-to-use options, and the more of us who use it the less notice using it will draw. Install Signal, learn to use it, and begin building your network there.
We’ve all made mistakes. When we admit to them, we help heal the world. We build trust with the people we once harmed, and we show those behind us the path out. Talk openly about things you’ve evolved on, and how that evolution happened. Admit you were once imperfect, and help others grow.
Splurge on a convenience that will free up time or energy for resistance work. If you get a cooking convenience, could you share meals with a neighbor? If you get the car cleaned, would you carpool or offer rides? Would an out of work neighbor want to help you out with some (paid!) overdue chores?
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