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Blog: Nine ways nonviolent action workshops make better activists

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Posted June 17th, 2008 by Philippe Duhamel
Group trainingIn the yard behind Christian Peacemaker Teams' headquarters in Chicago, trainees stage a realistic role-playing exercise to prepare for nonviolent accompaniment work in Hebron. Photo cc: delayed gratification.

 

The goal of training in nonviolent conflict is to prepare activists and supporters politically, physically, and psychologically to wage powerful campaigns and actions. Here are nine ways nonviolent action workshops help individuals hone their skills and nurture the courage and resilience they need to withstand the pressures of unarmed struggle.

Blog: Nonviolence training, what is it good for?

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Posted May 30th, 2008 by Philippe Duhamel

Line of police

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There's an idea out there that anyone can take to the streets and make themselves heard. You just head out and start demonstrating to confront power. It's a beautiful idea.

Sooner than later, however, any assertive form of mass mobilization will cross path with agents of authority, be they security guards, police, or military. These forces are armed, and trained.