With our recent problems regarding peaceful demonstrations in the city of Rochester, maybe it’s time to learn the dos and don’ts of public activism.

Repeal of DOMA and DADT are the driving issues and the Local LGBT community has put together an evening workshop to help us sort it all out:

Rallies, Marches, Protests or Civil Disobedience: Are you delivering the message you want?

Seasoned activists and the New York Civil Liberties Union combine to offer reliable information to help you run effective events, maximize your message and avoid unintended problems. This is good information for anyone who demonstrates. Joining us are Gary Pudup from NYCLU New York Civil Liberties Union and Rebecca Newberry, formerly of CampusOut, Direct Action Trainer.

Co-sponsors of this community informational seminar include: Civil Rights Front, Gay Alliance, Pride at Work AFL-CIO, Out & Equal NY Finger Lakes, Parents Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) - and EqualityROC.

Event: Taking it to the Streets
What: Workshop
Start Time: Tuesday, December 8 at 7:00pm
End Time: Tuesday, December 8 at 9:00pm
Where: 875 East Main Street - Gay Alliance - Rochester NY

Seems like this workshop should be able to increase our effectiveness while keeping us within the parameters of our civil liberties.

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