How to Survive an American Riot

About this course

Democracy is under threat. Originally published in 2021, recent events mandated a major overhaul of this online program. Millions of our neighbors are taking to the streets. Thus, this online program facilitates your political activism, while supporting peaceful protest and enhancing individual and team safety.How to Survive an American Riot: When Peaceful Protests Go Violent has three main objectives:Awareness: Introduce the learner to concept of peaceful political activism. This is especially true in the context of today's increasingly volatile political landscape.Basic Training: Explain the potential threats and challenges encountered by peaceful protesters. We suggest safe, practical responses for your consideration.Self-Confidence: Build the learner's self-confidence. You are not alone. This course amplifies that little voice in your head-- "You got this..."NOTE: Law enforcement may feel increasingly empowered because of rhetoric coming from the White House. Lawless, excessive actions-- including excessive force-- are increasingly obvious. How to Survive an American Riot is updated expressly within this context. Topics include, but not limited to:The strategic and tactical value of peaceful protestThe importance of this moment in history- your role"Best Practices" and lessons learned from past eventsWhat to take. What to wear.The importance of a unified, rational message.Have a partner or belong to a team. Don't go it alone.The crucial role of planning-- and the after-action debrief.Your First Amendment Rights. What are they?What is not protected by the First Amendment?Common examples of how and why freedom of speech can be regulated<