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A collection of resources to strengthen our community and build the skills we need for strategic noncooperation and effective nonviolent resistance.
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Atlas of Surveillance
Database of surveillance technologies used by law enforcement across the US. Drones, body cameras, automated license plate readers, facial recognition, and more. By Electronic Frontier Foundation.
Immigrant Safety Plan
A resource to help parents plan for the care of their children (with or without status) in the event they are unable to, particularly if detained or deported. By Legal Counsel for Youth and Children.
Identifying ‘Less-Lethal’ Weapons Used By DHS
How to identify a broad range of some "less lethal" weapons used by ICE and CBP. Includes detailed descriptions and illustrations. By Bellingcat.
Security Culture For Activists
A guide to security culture and how to practice it. Covers risk assessment, how to foster group culture that promotes safety, and best practices for data security. By The Ruckus Society.
Doxxing Defense Checklist
An overview of doxxing and how to protect yourself. Covers a range of recommendations depending on your level of risk and potential exposure. By Activist Checklist.
Resilience Pod Toolkit
A guide to starting or strengthening a neighborhood resilience pod. Step-by-step guide, tips for hosting events, recommended activities, templates and more. By The Juneau Street Resilience Pod.
Perception Box
The perception box is an exercise for understanding how to craft messages to reach your target audiences and move them along the spectrum of allies. By Beautiful Trouble.
Sources of Transforming Power
An activity guide for exploring personal and shared sources of power to promote more inclusive and transformative forms of power. By We Rise.
Story Based Strategy 101
More than "good messaging". Story-based strategy is a step-by-step guide to analyzing your opposition and writing your own narrative for creating change. By The Center For Story Based Strategy.
ICE Watch Digital Security
Digital security checklist for anyone working to hold ICE accountable: filming, rapid response, foot patrols, or adopt-a-corner. By Activist Checklist.
A community organizer’s guide to Signal group chats
Key privacy settings, best practices for safer Signal use, and tips for using Signal to run both public and private group chats. By The Verge.
ReadyNow! App
A free and secure mobile app designed to help immigrants prepare for possible detention and act quickly in moments of crisis. By Human Rights First.
Deportation Preparation Manual For Families
Make a Plan to Protect Your Kids and Finances in the Face of Deportation. Includes comprehensive checklists, templates, and educational content. By The Appleseed Network.
ICE Free Zone Toolkit For your Neighborhood
Tools for organizing with your neighbors: a guide to canvassing and talking to neighbors, non-cooperation pledge templates, Know Your Rights flyers, and posters and graphics. By Great For All CID.
The Protesters' Guide to Smartphone Security
Whether you take your smartphone or a secondary device with you, this guide covers how to maximize device security, protect against surveillance, and minimize risks to your privacy. By Privacy Guides.
Toolkit: No Housing for ICE
Strategies and resources for advocates seeking to persuade Hotel franchise owners to refuse lodging to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents and contractors. By Unknown.
Rapid Response Networks in the Twin Cities
Report that explores the details of the Twin Cities' evolving Rapid Response system for the benefit of others around the country who may soon be facing similar pressures. By CrimethInc.
Lessons Learned from Parents During ICE/CBP Occupation
Guide includes info on school patrols, rapid response near schools, supporting community needs, how allies can prepare, and talking with kids about ICE/CBP. By anonymous parents in Chicago.
Make ICE Accountable Toolkit
Comprehensive guide to a broad range of actions and tactics for holding ICE accountable: from ICE watch to vigils, strikes, labor organizing, legal and legislative actions, and more. By Siembra NC.
NonCooperation Library
Training materials on how to use strategic non-cooperation to undermine the regime's "pillars of support." By Freedom Trainers.