Some things are easier to do in a group. If you have like-minded friends you’d like to build a resistance pod with, we’ve tagged simple tasks that lend themselves to group activities, like visiting a museum or forming a book club. Build on the relationships you already have and create an agile ready-response team that can tackle whatever comes up!
Do you love to sing? Singing Resistance is a decentralized music-oriented group that engages in actions like singing in solidarity or to bring visibility. More than just singing, this is a way to connect with like-minded people. Find a group, or start one! The organizing document is clear, explicit, and easy to follow.
Singing Resistance! Find Out How »
Do you run a mutual-aid or community-building space? With school out, lots of families have to make food stretch further, so set up a snack stop. Free fruit for kids, or “take one, leave one” for staff and visitors. Make it feel like the most normal thing to grab a granola bar because it’s convenient.
From bubble guns to inflatable frogs, joy is resistance. If you’re ready to get in the streets and disappointed June 14th isn’t a massive protest day, join one of the many local protests and bring some energy to the streets! Protest with whimsy and fun, and raise everyone’s spirits!
Small Spectacles Find Out How »
Got some vacation saved up and itching for a roadtrip? Like the idea of vacations with a greater purpose, but not into getting your hands literally dirty? Why not volunteer to door-knock for a candidate you admire, even if they aren’t local! Check out CommonPower.org
Instead of a resolution, could we suggest a recollection? Pause to remember everything you’ve done to resist! If you’re just getting started or always draw a blank, then start a “did-it diary” for the coming year!
As we gear up for the midterms, have you considered joining Postcards to Voters? It takes a little prep work to get set up, then you can do as few as five cards at a time. It’s a great task for busy weeks or when you need something meditative to calm yourself.
Postcards to Voters Find Out How »
