UU Justice NC's Friday Action Hour - Friday, September 12th at 11:00am. This week, we begin a two-part series examining how non-cooperation tactics can be used to combat authoritarianism. In part one, Kaleb Graves will explore the foundational societal pillars—such as the military, media, business, education, and religious institutions—that often enable the rise and persistence of authoritarian regimes. By understanding how these pillars uphold oppressive power structures, movements can strategically target them through nonviolent resistance and civil disobedience. This framework, rooted in the work of political theorists like Gene Sharp, empowers communities to dismantle authoritarianism from the ground up.
Review this week's resources and actions on our Google Doc, Join via this Zoom Link and sign up for our Friday Action Hour Weekly Email here.
UU Justice NC's Congregational & Community Safety Series. These free workshops will help UUs upgrade safety and security for your congregations and justice ministries through education from state and nationally recognized experts. Mondays from 6:30 to 8PM, 9/8 through 10/20.
Session #2 - De-escalation and Situational Awareness - 9/15 - Mitch Fryer, a safety consultant who has worked with UU congregations in NC, will teach participants basic skills for responding peacefully to heated situations. Register Here.
Session #3 - Threat Assessment - 9/22 - Dr. Heather Redding of Blueprint NC and Dr. Tom Baker of Princeton’s Bridging Divides Initiative will team up to explain current threat groups and threats in North Carolina, as well as the resources they have for helping you stay safe. Register Here.
Session #4 - Digital Security - 9/29 - Blueprint NC Chief of Staff Alanna Aviva will join us to explain strategies for digital security. This will include topics such as data protection, social media use, and police surveillance. Register Here.
Session # 5 - Building & Campus Security - 10/6 - Mitch Fryer will return to discuss how we can keep our campuses safe during events, without sacrificing the UU reputation for hospitality and a welcoming environment. Register Here.
Session #6 - Values-Based Risk Discernment - 10/20 (Congregational Leadership Only) - Side With Love's Rev. Ranwa Hammany will join together to help leaders learn how to make the right decisions for their congregations, such as hosting specific events, in times of anxiety and crisis. Register Here.
