If you want to learn more about NVDA (Nonviolent Direct Action), please join us for this training. Taking part in direct action doesn't necessarily mean risking arrest. We encourage everyone to attend this training, as it is a useful and important tactic to learn about. The training will be facilitated by The FANG Collective. Please sign up here if you plan to attend, so that we can plan and prep accordingly: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc7wJK1M6S0PCLA0g08IXxzT9tg35YyHkN8U5ovB6kNKucN1A/viewform?usp=sf_link

Intro to NVDA & Affinity Group Building: This brief workshop offers an introduction to the history of Nonviolent Direct Action and its implementation as well as examples of intersectionality within our community/movements, affinity groups and their formation, consensus decision making, strategy, various tactics, and a discussion on self-care and community care.

When: Tuesday, November 19, 2019
Location: Fore River Clubhouse - 16 Nevada Road, Quincy, MA
Time: 6:30PM - 9:30PM
Parking Info: Free street parking
Sign Up form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc7wJK1M6S0PCLA0g08IXxzT9tg35YyHkN8U5ovB6kNKucN1A/viewform?usp=sf_link

Accessibility Info: The Clubhouse is wheelchair accessible.

Light refreshments will be provided.

The FANG Collective, who has a wealth of experience in nonviolent resistance, will be facilitating the training. The FANG Collective works to build, support and escalate nonviolent resistance to the fracked gas industry while supporting other movements for justice. During this training, they will provide a thorough overview of NVDA and what it might look like to participate in a direct action.