PROTESTING SAFELY

• Always wear your face mask

• Create space (prevent overcrowding and observe social distance)

• Locate all possible exit routes and identify medical service points

• Have cash

• Write an emergency contact number on your body or Have a form of ID on you always

• Share your location with a loved one while on protest grounds

• Have a backup battery source. Charge your cell phone.

• encrypt/remove or hide sensitive information on your devices

• Always stay hydrated

• Have an inhaler, epipen, insulin, etc (if needed)

• Try to find areas of shade periodically to avoid heatstroke or overheating

• Have a protest buddy/group and learn each other’s names. Never get separated

• Don’t put vaseline, mineral oil, oil-based sunscreen or moisturizers on the skin as they can trap chemicals

• Don’t wear contact lenses, which can trap irritating chemicals underneath

• In the event that shooting occurs, flatten to the ground immediately and crawl out of the way instead of running

• Watch for signs of physical and mental problems in yourself and others. Cooldown others who exhibit panic behaviour.

Courtesy @feminist_co feministcoalition2020.com