Primary-Actions Coaching (BAT) are coaching weekends run two or 3 times a yr focussed on the fundamentals, technique and principle of non-violent course motion. We goal to run common coaching periods at numerous places all through Australia.
What to anticipate
The three-day Primary Actions Coaching will probably be a mixture of each principle and apply. It’s designed to take you thru what direct motion is, and how one can use it virtually to impact optimistic change. It’s additionally a LOT of enjoyable.
Classes will probably be led by our educated actions unit
The coaching covers the historical past and rules of non-violent direct motion, diving into totally different direct motion methods and abilities used within the NVDA
Stunning vegan meals will probably be offered and all dietary necessities may be catered for
There’ll be loads of breaks by means of the day and plenty of social time to get to know your fellow members.
What you’ll be taught
Background
What’s non-violent direct motion?
The historical past of non-violent direct motion, and why it issues immediately.
How Greenpeace works, and the way we match into the broader motion.
Becoming a member of Greenpeace’s activist group
be part of a Greenpeace motion.
Anti-oppression and collective care.
Sensible abilities
Non-violent activism abilities and coping with irritating conditions.
Coping with the police, and customary authorized prices.
After the coaching
You’ll be requested for suggestions on the coaching. You’ll then have a while to contemplate whether or not turning into a Greenpeace activist is best for you. You may organize a followup name with our volunteer coordinators to debate extra in the event you want.
Should you do resolve to change into a Greenpeace Activist, you’ll be invited to affix our activists community, and be related with an skilled activist who will invite you to your first motion!
Changing into an Greenpeace activist is open to everybody
We’re dedicated to assist with any sensible or monetary obstacles that may cease you with the ability to be part of us. We’ll cowl your journey bills to and from the coaching. Meals and fundamental in a single day lodging will probably be offered throughout the coaching. Coaching venues are at all times wheelchair accessible, low-stimulation and prayer areas offered, and all dietary necessities may be catered for.
We’ve got a zero tolerance coverage for discrimination or discriminatory or bigoted behaviour of any type and search to create safer areas for all at our trainings. Anybody appearing out of alignment with our collective values of respect and code of conduct will probably be eliminated to make sure the security of all at our trainings.
When you have any questions or considerations about accessing activist coaching, please contact our volunteer coordinators Bella ([email protected]) or Eva ([email protected])
Though activism does typically contain some calculated dangers, the security and welfare of Greenpeace activists is at all times our high precedence. Right here’s what you’ll be able to count on:
Cautious planning with skilled groups
Each motion is rigorously risk-assessed. We draw on many years of mixed expertise planning actions, and we issue within the present political, public and authorized local weather. We will (and do) cease actions in the event that they’re placing anybody in unreasonable hazard.
Correct coaching
Each activist is totally security educated. Coaching consists of every part from the protected use of kit, to de-escalation and managing stress.
An knowledgeable choice, each time
You’ll get an in depth briefing earlier than each motion, together with the rationale for what you’re doing, the authorized implications to your position, and every other dangers concerned.
A dedicated welfare staff
Our welfare staff will probably be on-hand to help you throughout and after an motion. From serving to you get authorized recommendation to discovering you a elevate residence. They’ve bought you coated.
A welcoming and inclusive group
You’ll be a part of a pleasant, well-organised activist community the place everyone seems to be welcome. We actively search suggestions, and create area to ask for information and help. When you have specific entry wants not outlined right here, we’ll guarantee these are coated wherever doable.
Authorized help
As a educated participant in a Greenpeace motion, you’ll have entry to skilled authorized illustration if required.
Non-Violent Direct Motion (NVDA) is on the coronary heart of Greenpeace campaigning and we would like you to be a part of it.
After your coaching, you’ll be related to our activist community and saved knowledgeable of upcoming alternatives.
Register your curiosity in turning into a Greenpeace Activist
Register your curiosity and we’ll maintain you up to date about upcoming Primary Actions Coaching weekends and activist data evenings.
