[Ssf] G8:Direct Action Trainers' Workshops

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 G8:Direct Action Trainers' Workshops
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      *Sheffield: Jan 21st-23rd,  2005*
     *Glasgow: Feb 18th-20th,  2005*
London – March 2005 (to be confirmed)

In the run up to the 2005 G8 Summit in Scotland, Seeds for Change is running a 
series of weekend workshops for activists that want to share their direct 
action skills with their affinity groups, their communities and their 
networks. 

By the end of a Direct Action Trainers' Workshop you'll be equipped to run 
direct action training sessions - stimulating action in your community and 
helping other activists prepare for effective action at the Summit.

For more details, please read on or see our website:
http://seedsforchange.org.uk/free/diary#oxlangla

What will happen at the workshops?
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The workshops will have an emphasis on learning by doing, so come ready to 
participate and share your skills. Sessions will include:

*What makes an effective and participative workshop 
*How to deliver useful and dynamic training
*Practising exercises to help groups: 
   -Build affinity groups & other support systems 
   -Use their bodies (& some simple equipment) to prolong their protest 
   -Understand their legal rights 
   -Make quick group decisions on actions
   -Deal with confrontational action situations & stay safe
   -Explore concepts of violence & nonviolence

Practicalities...
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Workshops will begin at 7pm Friday and finish by 5pm on Sunday. Priority will 
be given to people that can make the whole weekend and have a firm intention 
of using the skills they learn. 

*Booking is essential as places are limited*

The workshop includes basic accommodation and vegan food. The weekend is free 
but donations towards costs would be appreciated.

Who are the workshops for?
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We're looking for people with experience of participating in direct action or 
civil disobedience. Previous experience of facilitating or attending direct 
action training isn't necessary. These workshops aren't for the mildly 
curious -  you'll be coming because you want to stimulate real action at the 
G8!

    Want to be there? Here's what to do next...

  Contact us with your questions or booking:
          DATW at seedsforchange.org.uk
                     0845 458 4776 

for arrest & legal workshops, & other training prior to the G8, see:
http://www.skillsharing.org.uk

for more information on training & resources on grassroots activism, see:
http://www.seedsforchange.org.uk