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Direct action strategies: Direct action strategies are, at times, necessary to bring public attention to issues that government leaders, the news media, or key business stakeholders do not wish to acknowledge. Strikes, workplace occupations, and sit-ins are all examples of direct action strategies. So are candlelight vigils, rallies, marches, and filling public hearings with vociferous advocates. Because direct action can involve civil disobedience, make sure to learn about the legal ramifications of your actions and your legal rights prior to participation.
These featured organizations combine street theatre and social critique with media and legislative work.
Featured organizations
The mission of PTO is to challenge oppressive systems by promoting critical thinking and social justice.
School of the Americas Watch is an independent organization that seeks to close the United States Army School of the Americas/Western Hemisphere Institute for Security Cooperation through vigils and fasts, demonstrations and nonviolent protest, as well as media and legislative work.
The Latin America Working Group (LAWG) website contains a resource on event ideas and direct action.
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