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WG/Direct Action

2011-11-16T07:42:41Z

Cykros:

This is the homepage for the Direct Action Committee of Occupy Boston.

=Ongoing=
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We have open meetings every Monday-Friday evening at 4:00 pm in the Direct Action tent. Get involved!

We have marches generally planned for 2 pm every Saturday. Themes are to be planned at meetings leading up to the Saturday. For confirmation that a march is indeed occurring (particularly if it isn't on the calendar), feel free to email obda@occupyboston.org, or stop by the DA tent to ask.

On Thursday, November 17, there is a Jobs Not Cuts march involving a wide variety of community groups, and it is in solidarity with a National Day of Action across the Occupy movement. We will be meeting up at 4 pm in Dewey Square to head out on the march.

Donations: We could definitely use some donations of all black hooded sweatshirts, all black bandanas, and black EMT pants/cargo pants. Anyone with such things for donation should drop them off at the DA tent, and would be most appreciated.

[[Bank Transfer Day]] - on or before 5 November 2011

==Statement of Diversity of Tactics==
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Tonight (7 October 2011), the Direct Action group (in charge of planning marches and other protest actions) presented the following “Statement of Diversity of Tactics” as a proposal to the General Assembly (GA). The following statement was passed to ensure the autonomy of working groups and the cohesion of the entire community.

Our solidarity will be based on respect for diversity of tactics and plans of other groups. As individuals and groups we are committed to treating each other as allies in the struggle. 
The actions and tactics used will be organized to maintain a separation of time or space to protect the autonomy and safety of the movement.

We realize that our detractors will work to divide us by inflaming and magnifying our tactical, strategic, personal and political disagreements. Therefore, any debates or criticisms must stay inside the movement to avoid any public or media denunciations of fellow activists or events.

We oppose any state repression of dissent, including surveillance, infiltration, disruption and violence. We agree not to assist law enforcement actions against activists and others.

The above statement fully agrees with the Occupy Boston Internal Solidarity Statement, opposing all forms of oppression.

In Solidarity, 
The Undersigned

[...]

=Links=
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Ideas for Group Action can be found at the [[http://wiki.occupyboston.org/wiki/Street_Theater Street Theater]] working group page.

A good pamphlet on [[http://security.resist.ca/personal/securebooklet.pdf Security Culture]] This should be read and principles adopted by anyone working with direct action of any kind. There is some information here specific to Canada, as this was put out by a Canadian activist group, but for the most part, the information is all pertinent.

[[Safety - Law Enforcement]]

[http://occupybostonglobe.com/direct-action/ Occupy Boston Globe - DA events]

=Contact=
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obda @ occupyboston . org

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''Based on: [http://occupyboston.wikispaces.com/Direct+Action Direct Action at wikispaces]''

@OccupyBosDA

WG/Direct Action

2011-11-16T02:40:29Z

Cykros: /* Ongoing */

This is the homepage for the Direct Action Committee of Occupy Boston.

=Ongoing=
---- 
We have open meetings every Monday-Friday evening at 4:00 pm in the Direct Action tent. Get involved!

We have marches generally planned for 2 pm every Saturday. Themes are to be planned at meetings leading up to the Saturday. For confirmation that a march is indeed occurring (particularly if it isn't on the calendar), feel free to email obda@occupyboston.org, or stop by the DA tent to ask.

On Thursday, November 17, there is a Jobs Not Cuts march involving a wide variety of community groups, and it is in solidarity with a National Day of Action across the Occupy movement. We will be meeting up at 4 pm in Dewey Square to head out on the march.

Donations: We could definitely use some donations of all black hooded sweatshirts, all black bandanas, and black EMT pants/cargo pants. Anyone with such things for donation should drop them off at the DA tent, and would be most appreciated.

[[Bank Transfer Day]] - on or before 5 November 2011

==Statement of Diversity of Tactics==
---- 
Tonight (7 October 2011), the Direct Action group (in charge of planning marches and other protest actions) presented the following “Statement of Diversity of Tactics” as a proposal to the General Assembly (GA). The following statement was passed to ensure the autonomy of working groups and the cohesion of the entire community.

Our solidarity will be based on respect for diversity of tactics and plans of other groups. As individuals and groups we are committed to treating each other as allies in the struggle. 
The actions and tactics used will be organized to maintain a separation of time or space to protect the autonomy and safety of the movement.

We realize that our detractors will work to divide us by inflaming and magnifying our tactical, strategic, personal and political disagreements. Therefore, any debates or criticisms must stay inside the movement to avoid any public or media denunciations of fellow activists or events.

We oppose any state repression of dissent, including surveillance, infiltration, disruption and violence. We agree not to assist law enforcement actions against activists and others.

The above statement fully agrees with the Occupy Boston Internal Solidarity Statement, opposing all forms of oppression.

In Solidarity, 
The Undersigned

[...]

=Links=
---- 

Ideas for Group Action can be found at the [[http://wiki.occupyboston.org/wiki/Street_Theater Street Theater]] working group page.

[[Safety - Law Enforcement]]

[http://occupybostonglobe.com/direct-action/ Occupy Boston Globe - DA events]

=Contact=
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obda @ occupyboston . org

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''Based on: [http://occupyboston.wikispaces.com/Direct+Action Direct Action at wikispaces]''

@OccupyBosDA

WG/Direct Action

2011-11-15T05:22:26Z

Cykros: /* Ongoing */

This is the homepage for the Direct Action Committee of Occupy Boston.

=Ongoing=
---- 
We have open meetings every Monday-Friday evening at 4:00 pm in the Direct Action tent. Get involved!

We have marches generally planned for 2 pm every Saturday. Themes are to be planned at meetings leading up to the Saturday. For confirmation that a march is indeed occurring (particularly if it isn't on the calendar), feel free to email obda@occupyboston.org, or stop by the DA tent to ask.

On Thursday, November 17, there is a Jobs Not Cuts march involving a wide variety of community groups, and it is in solidarity with a National Day of Action across the Occupy movement. We will be meeting up at 4 pm in Dewey Square to head out on the march.

[[Bank Transfer Day]] - on or before 5 November 2011

==Statement of Diversity of Tactics==
---- 
Tonight (7 October 2011), the Direct Action group (in charge of planning marches and other protest actions) presented the following “Statement of Diversity of Tactics” as a proposal to the General Assembly (GA). The following statement was passed to ensure the autonomy of working groups and the cohesion of the entire community.

Our solidarity will be based on respect for diversity of tactics and plans of other groups. As individuals and groups we are committed to treating each other as allies in the struggle. 
The actions and tactics used will be organized to maintain a separation of time or space to protect the autonomy and safety of the movement.

We realize that our detractors will work to divide us by inflaming and magnifying our tactical, strategic, personal and political disagreements. Therefore, any debates or criticisms must stay inside the movement to avoid any public or media denunciations of fellow activists or events.

We oppose any state repression of dissent, including surveillance, infiltration, disruption and violence. We agree not to assist law enforcement actions against activists and others.

The above statement fully agrees with the Occupy Boston Internal Solidarity Statement, opposing all forms of oppression.

In Solidarity, 
The Undersigned

[...]

=Links=
---- 

Ideas for Group Action can be found at the [[http://wiki.occupyboston.org/wiki/Street_Theater Street Theater]] working group page.

[[Safety - Law Enforcement]]

[http://occupybostonglobe.com/direct-action/ Occupy Boston Globe - DA events]

=Contact=
---- 
obda @ occupyboston . org

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''Based on: [http://occupyboston.wikispaces.com/Direct+Action Direct Action at wikispaces]''

@OccupyBosDA

WG/Direct Action

2011-11-11T06:08:40Z

Cykros: /* Ongoing */

This is the homepage for the Direct Action Committee of Occupy Boston.

=Ongoing=
---- 
We have open meetings every Monday-Friday evening at 4:00 pm in the Direct Action tent. Get involved!

We have marches generally planned for 2 pm every Saturday. Themes are to be planned at meetings leading up to the Saturday. For confirmation that a march is indeed occurring (particularly if it isn't on the calendar), feel free to email obda@occupyboston.org, or stop by the DA tent to ask.

[[Veteran's Day]] - On Friday, November 11, Veterans for Peace has invited us for Veteran's Day activities. Starting at 10 AM, there will be gathering on the Boston Common, on the corner of Beacon St. & Charles St., followed by pre-parade pickets of Military Recruiting offices on 141 Tremont St., as well as the State House. At 12 noon, Veterans for Peace will be marching behind the "official" parade, in opposition to the ongoing wars and military occupations. There will be a post-parade rally at Faneuil Hall with speakers and live music. Contact info@massvfp.org (Veterans for Peace) for more details.

[[Bank Transfer Day]] - on or before 5 November 2011

==Statement of Diversity of Tactics==
---- 
Tonight (7 October 2011), the Direct Action group (in charge of planning marches and other protest actions) presented the following “Statement of Diversity of Tactics” as a proposal to the General Assembly (GA). The following statement was passed to ensure the autonomy of working groups and the cohesion of the entire community.

Our solidarity will be based on respect for diversity of tactics and plans of other groups. As individuals and groups we are committed to treating each other as allies in the struggle. 
The actions and tactics used will be organized to maintain a separation of time or space to protect the autonomy and safety of the movement.

We realize that our detractors will work to divide us by inflaming and magnifying our tactical, strategic, personal and political disagreements. Therefore, any debates or criticisms must stay inside the movement to avoid any public or media denunciations of fellow activists or events.

We oppose any state repression of dissent, including surveillance, infiltration, disruption and violence. We agree not to assist law enforcement actions against activists and others.

The above statement fully agrees with the Occupy Boston Internal Solidarity Statement, opposing all forms of oppression.

In Solidarity, 
The Undersigned

[...]

=Links=
---- 
[[Safety - Law Enforcement]]

[http://occupybostonglobe.com/direct-action/ Occupy Boston Globe - DA events]
=Contact=
---- 
obda @ occupyboston . org

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''Based on: [http://occupyboston.wikispaces.com/Direct+Action Direct Action at wikispaces]''

WG/Direct Action

2011-11-09T07:50:48Z

Cykros: /* Ongoing */

This is the homepage for the Direct Action Committee of Occupy Boston.

=Ongoing=
---- 
We have open meetings every Monday-Friday evening at 4:00 pm in the Direct Action tent. Get involved!

[[Veteran's Day]] - On Friday, November 11, Veterans for Peace has invited us for Veteran's Day activities. Starting at 10 AM, there will be gathering on the Boston Common, on the corner of Beacon St. & Charles St., followed by pre-parade pickets of Military Recruiting offices on 141 Tremont St., as well as the State House. At 12 noon, Veterans for Peace will be marching behind the "official" parade, in opposition to the ongoing wars and military occupations. There will be a post-parade rally at Faneuil Hall with speakers and live music. Contact info@massvfp.org (Veterans for Peace) for more details.

[[Bank Transfer Day]] - on or before 5 November 2011

==Statement of Diversity of Tactics==
---- 
Tonight (7 October 2011), the Direct Action group (in charge of planning marches and other protest actions) presented the following “Statement of Diversity of Tactics” as a proposal to the General Assembly (GA). The following statement was passed to ensure the autonomy of working groups and the cohesion of the entire community.

Our solidarity will be based on respect for diversity of tactics and plans of other groups. As individuals and groups we are committed to treating each other as allies in the struggle. 
The actions and tactics used will be organized to maintain a separation of time or space to protect the autonomy and safety of the movement.

We realize that our detractors will work to divide us by inflaming and magnifying our tactical, strategic, personal and political disagreements. Therefore, any debates or criticisms must stay inside the movement to avoid any public or media denunciations of fellow activists or events.

We oppose any state repression of dissent, including surveillance, infiltration, disruption and violence. We agree not to assist law enforcement actions against activists and others.

The above statement fully agrees with the Occupy Boston Internal Solidarity Statement, opposing all forms of oppression.

In Solidarity, 
The Undersigned

[...]

=Links=
---- 
[[Safety - Law Enforcement]]

[http://occupybostonglobe.com/direct-action/ Occupy Boston Globe - DA events]
=Contact=
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:>please add contact info
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''Based on: [http://occupyboston.wikispaces.com/Direct+Action Direct Action at wikispaces]''

WG/Direct Action

2011-11-03T22:41:37Z

Cykros: /* Ongoing */

This is the homepage for the Direct Action Committee of Occupy Boston.

=Ongoing=
---- 
We have open meetings every Monday-Friday evening at 4:00 pm in the Direct Action tent. Get involved!

[[Bank Transfer Day]] - on or before 5 November 2011

==Statement of Diversity of Tactics==
---- 
Tonight (7 October 2011), the Direct Action group (in charge of planning marches and other protest actions) presented the following “Statement of Diversity of Tactics” as a proposal to the General Assembly (GA). The following statement was passed to ensure the autonomy of working groups and the cohesion of the entire community.

Our solidarity will be based on respect for diversity of tactics and plans of other groups. As individuals and groups we are committed to treating each other as allies in the struggle. 
The actions and tactics used will be organized to maintain a separation of time or space to protect the autonomy and safety of the movement.

We realize that our detractors will work to divide us by inflaming and magnifying our tactical, strategic, personal and political disagreements. Therefore, any debates or criticisms must stay inside the movement to avoid any public or media denunciations of fellow activists or events.

We oppose any state repression of dissent, including surveillance, infiltration, disruption and violence. We agree not to assist law enforcement actions against activists and others.

The above statement fully agrees with the Occupy Boston Internal Solidarity Statement, opposing all forms of oppression.

In Solidarity, 
The Undersigned

[...]

=Links=
---- 
[[Safety - Law Enforcement]]

[http://occupybostonglobe.com/direct-action/ Occupy Boston Globe - DA events]
=Contact=
---- 
:>please add contact info
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''Based on: [http://occupyboston.wikispaces.com/Direct+Action Direct Action at wikispaces]''

Participate

2011-10-24T06:08:16Z

Cykros: /* Join this wiki */

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= Direct Action =

Participate in [[Bank Transfer Day]] - on or before 5 November 2011

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= Participate Remotely =

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*Contribute comments to page discussions
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==Follow Us On Social Media==

For information on marches and actions, don't forget to join us on [https://www.facebook.com/OccupyBoston?ref=ts Facebook] and [http://twitter.com/#%21/Occupy_Boston Twitter]! Check out our [[Solidarity|Solidarity]] page for hundreds of Occupation related media sites.

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==[[Donate|Donate]] ==

=== Donate Stuff ===

Help us by bringing donations of food, clothing, electronic equipment, etc. Check out an updated list of needed goods [[Logistics|here]].

=== Donate Money ===

Support the movement [https://www.wepay.com/donate/needsofboston?ref=widget&utm_medium=widget&utm_campaign=donation financially].

=== Adopt A Protester ===

Can't be at Dewey Square in person? Sponsor a protester! [http://www.facebook.com/adoptaprotestor]]

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== Outreach ==

The [[Outreach Outreach Committee] is looking for people to help spread the message and make contacts with other organizations. Print stickers to hand out during canvassing and to spread the message! Learn how print the stickers [[Graphic Design|Here]].

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== [[Strategies, Proposals, Positions|Ideas]] ==

Read/Edit/Discuss/Submit ideas for Occupy Boston's [[Statement of purpose|Statement of Purpose]] Learn about the [[Strategies, Proposals, Positions|Ideas]] Working Group and contribute your ideas Share your [[Tell Us Your Story|story]] or [[Optimistic visions|vision]]

[http://wiki.occupyboston.org/GA%20Process%20Proposals Submit Proposals] to the Occupy Boston GA

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= Volunteer On-Site =

*'''Come to the site!''' Go to the '''Welcome Desk''' or the '''Info Desk''' and say, ''“How can I help?"''
*Volunteers are welcome in the various [[Working Groups|Working Groups]] supporting Occupy Boston. Come over to Dewey Square ([[Directions|Directions]]) and drop in to the committee tents, shown on the map of the grassy space south of the Dept. of Transportation building (orange block at the top):

[[image:[http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6160/6226974436_e35fd4b503_b.jpg http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6160/6226974436_e35fd4b503_b.jpg] width="406" height="551"]] South Station is diagonally across Summer St. and Atlantic Ave.

The [[Calendar|Calendar]] shows organized gatherings that are open to all. You are welcome at any of these. There are also many activities that you can drop in to lend a hand with any time:

*Greeters: This is a fun job if you like meeting new people and don’t mind talking to strangers. Greet newcomers and ask them why they are there. Help them get a sense of the camp and where to find things. And find out if they want to “sign them up”! for fun jobs that they’ll enjoy… like marching, or making posters, outreach, or even developing policy as we move into “how” do we actually get this done part of the demand process.
*Data Entry: onsite, to enter email addresses and other data into computers
*Errand Runners
**– for the campers…the campers ARE the occupation. If we keep them comfortable, they’ll stay longer.
**– for the volunteers at the INFO desk and WELCOME desk. The folks staffing these tables are “stuck” there for hours. And they often need water and other supplies
*Trash/Clean-Up: this is everyone’s job and after camping all night outside, it’s hard to remember to clean up everything. You’ll see many smiling faces if you can pitch in and pitch it out. If you can take a few minutes to walk around and pick up while you’re there, that would be great.
*Poster Makers and Cardboard Cutters: Make posters and/or cut up cardboard. Fun fun fun!
*Supply Sorters: help the LOGISTICS tent sort through boxes and boxes of supplies and organize the supplies.
*Community Watch: Night Hours... walk the site to make sure everything is OK. A constant “awake” presence is required at the site for safety, and to show the public that we’re managing things well.
*Email for Volunteer Coordinators: '''''[mailto:volunteeroccupybost@gmail.com volunteeroccupybost@gmail.com]'''''

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