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Educate Yourself

In times of uncertainty, staying informed is paramount to keep both yourself and your community safe. We know there's a lot going on right now, so here are some helpful resources to explore to start to better understand how we can prepare yourself for different situations. Reliable information empowers us to make sound decisions, mitigate risks, and adapt to evolving circumstances.

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Writing Testimony

People submit testimony in the legislature to share personal experiences and opinions on important issues. This engagement allows citizens to advocate for changes that reflect their needs, ensuring diverse voices are heard in decision-making and empowering them to shape policies that affect their lives.

Know Your Rights

Explore this page from the Maine ACLU to learn what rights you have, how to exercise them, and what to do when your rights are violated. Whether you are an immigrant, a student, a protester, a healthcare provider, or a teacher, you deserve to know your rights.

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Bystander Training

Knowing how to be an active bystander is vital to create safer communities. Learning to de-escalate contentious situations can help prevent further conflict. By knowing how to intervene and address harmful behaviors, we can begin to foster a culture of responsibility and care.

Stop the Bleed Training

A bleeding injury can happen anywhere. We've all seen it happen too often—on the news or in everyday life. Life-threatening bleeding can happen in people injured in serious accidents or disasters. Become an immediate responder by learning how to control bleeding from a serious injury

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Protest Risks and Safety

This guide by the National Lawyers Guild addresses many of the questions you may have about protesting, from how to interact with law enforcement to how to develop a safety plan to what you should bring and what you should leave at home. If you are planning or attending a protest and aren't sure what to do, start here.

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