If you, your friends or your loved ones are attending a peaceful protest rally, it is important to stay safe and protect yourself.
Across social media, activists and organisations and movement leaders have shared tips for protesting safely and effectively, including what clothing and protective gear to take along, and where to find useful resources.
Here are some of the resources which we recommend:
What to wear:
- Nondescript, layered clothing is recommended, along with goggles and a mask to reduce the effects of pepper spray.
- Masks also help preserve anonymity, and clothing should cover identifying signs such as tattoos.
- It’s also recommended that those with long hair tie it back for safety purposes.
What to carry:
- Money, water and snacks for yourself or those who might have been demonstrating for long periods of time.
- First aid equipment in a small, secure bag.
What not to carry:
- If you take your phone with you, disabling data and turning on aeroplane mode will avoid tracking.
- Turning off accessibility options such as Face ID or Touch ID is also a good idea.
Additional resources can be found below: