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ONGOING STOP the COUP PROTEST from 5 – 6 pm
Focus: Rally every Friday Stop the Coup Protest, organized by Indivisible Elmwood
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| A plan to rush a new “Encampment Abatement Policy” that would criminalize homelessness in Oakland failed on Wednesday, thanks to the over one hundred residents who came out to speak in opposition to the proposal and in favor of real housing solutions. Organizing works!
But the fight is far from over – the Public Safety Committee voted to put this legislation on their “pending” list, which means Councilmembers will have time to propose amendments before bringing the policy back to Council for a vote. In the meantime, we are building on the momentum from this week’s victory to urge City Council to focus its resources on transitional and permanent affordable housing that gets Oaklanders off the streets. What: Press Conference of houseless, formerly houseless sweeps survivors, housed allies, community organizations and small businesses who successfully pushed back a plan to rush a new “Encampment Abatement Policy” speaking on real solutions to homelessness Who: Moms 4 Housing, POOR Magazine / Homefulness, Wood Street Commons, Black Solutions Lab, Care 4 Community Action, currently houseless people, Oakland residents, small business owners, and hopefully you, your family, roommates, friends, and neighbors! See you on Monday! |
To ensure you are fully prepared to take action safely, confidently, and powerfully, ACLU is hosting a crucial pre-action training:
This training will cover key information and strategies, including:
- Knowing your rights during protests and encounters with law enforcement
- Practical tools and techniques for safety and de-escalation in tense moments
- Building the knowledge and strength to support others in the streets and beyond
When we know our rights, we can defend them. Let’s get ready to protect our community and freedoms together.
Spanish translation and American Sign Language interpretation will be available for this program. Traducción al español estará disponible.
Catch you there!