Animal Rebellion

DNA Structure
2021-02-18 17:00 - 19:00, 2021-01-25 18:00 - 20:00 (Europe/London) | Online
This online workshop is an opportunity to explore Animal Rebellion UK’s structure of coordination and learn about how we make decisions. What are the key principles, ways of working and challenges of our Self-Organising-System and how is it expanding as we continually grow? Discuss leadership, autonomy and the fundamental building blocks of trust and communication.

Plant-Based Future Talk
2021-02-15 19:00 - 20:00, 2021-02-01 19:00 - 20:00 | Online
It’s official, the climate is changing rapidly and we’re all feeling the heat. But what’s actually happening and what can we do about it? In this talk, Animal Rebellion summarises what has caused the climate emergency, what we can do about it and how to get involved.
Join us for this online talk and learn more about the climate breakdown, meet new people and ask any questions you have in the 20 minutes Q&A following the talk.
We may be facing dark times ahead but there’s always an opportunity for positive change. We come in peace, love and solidarity and invite you to join us in this rebellion!

Witnessing Police Behaviour Training
2021-02-13 17:30 - 18:30 | Online
“NB: By coming to this training, it does NOT mean that you are a legal observer; you will be someone who has some very useful skills when witnessing forms of policing.
When at an action, the police also generally turn up. In this training, you will learn how to effectively monitor the following:
– Arrests
– Stop and Searches
We recognise that the police often (and generally do) use their powers in a discriminatory manner to target Black people, POC, LGBTQ+ and disabled people (to name a few), due to institutional racism, sexism, transphobia and ableism within the police force. By the end of this training, you will be able to monitor the police’s actions, whilst also trying to safeguard the person being subjected to the police behaviour.
This training is essential for all those looking to attend future actions.”

Spokespeople Training Workshop
2021-02-13 11:00 - 13:00 | Online
Part of what makes Animal Rebellion amazing is the wonderful and diverse people who volunteer and by being a spokesperson, you represent this, our message and our values. We want you to be able to share your voice, so if you’re new to Animal Rebellion or you’ve been with us for a while, this training will be available for you to practice your speaking skills whether that is through speech or interviews. It only gets easier with practice!

Oppression, movement building and our relationships as activists (OMBRA)
2021-02-10 19:00 - 22:00, 2021-01-27 19:00 - 22:00 | Online
“Online – a Zoom link will be in your order confirmation email – please check your junk mail folder in case it ends up in there.
Note: We’ve experienced large numbers of people registering for this workshop and not turning up, this prevents others from registering and attending because the workshop is sold out. So we ask you to only register if you can attend, and cancel your ticket if you find you can’t make it.
Please arrive from 6.45pm so that we can help you with any issues you might have with Zoom. The workshop will start at 7pm.
Entry to the workshop will close shortly after 7pm (this is because later parts of the workshop build on earlier parts)
This workshop is interactive so it’s useful if each participant can log in on a separate device. Note that logging in using a mobile phone or tablet is possible, but not so good because you can’t see everyone in the group at the same time.
Places are limited so it would be helpful if you only register if you know you will be able to attend, and cancel your ticket if you realise that you can’t make it.
Workshop details
Oppression, movement building and our relationships as activists
We are members of XR looking at how movements can be divided when oppression goes unaddressed, offering practical tools to heal these divisions which affect our relationships as activists.
This workshop will address the importance of understanding the structural nature of oppressions (such as racism, sexism, classism, ableism, the oppression of young people, …), as well as doing personal healing work – both of which are necessary if we are to work together effectively in a united movement.
Facilitators
Karl & Alima
Practicalities
Please note:
Because we will be breaking out into pairs for timed ‘listening exchanges’ it will be very helpful if you can bring a timer to the workshop, e.g. you can use the timer app on a mobile phone (use a spare mobile if you are using your mobile for the Zoom call).
When you register a Zoom link will be sent in your order confirmation email, please check your junk mail folder in case the email ends up in there.
Accessibility
* This workshop is in English. We are looking to train people who can facilitate in other languages.
* We sadly do not have sign language interpretation but you’re welcome to bring your own – please can you let us know ahead of time so we can help them prepare before the workshop (ombraworkshop@gmail.com)
* If you have any accessibility needs please email us at ombraworkshop@gmail.com and we will try to accommodate you.”

Know Your Rights Training
2021-02-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Online
“A training aimed at encouraging safe protest and informing rebels of their rights.
Teaching rebels how to engage with the police, acknowledging the disproportionate policing of marginalised groups and the role of white, able bodied privilege.
Aiming to create a safer protest environment by empowering all UK rebels with the knowledge to understand the widespread discrimination within policing, their legal rights and to be aware of how to limit risk to themselves and others.
REBEL SAFE!”

Campaign Design Training
2021-02-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Online
In 2021 Animal Rebellion is entering into an exciting new phase with campaigns popping up left, right and centre. However, it can sometimes seem a little daunting to start a campaign in your area if its not something you’ve done before. This training will go over the basics of how to plan and implement a successful campaign. It will touch on campaign theory as well as going into examples of effective campaigns and how they won. This training is great for those working on the plant-based councils campaign or for anyone who wants to start to see real change in their area towards a better world.

Arts Space
2021-02-05 19:00 - 20:00

Sound the Alarm - Emergency Messaging and Hope-Based Communication
2021-02-04 19:00 - 20:00 | Online
In 2018 XR launched with a bang with a message of urgency. Now, 3 years later, is it time to reconsider our use of emergency messaging as a movement? In this presentation we’ll walk through recent research into framing and communication in the environmental justice movement and how we can use it to supercharge our communications this year and beyond

Facilitation Training
2021-02-03 17:00 - 19:00 | Online
Come along to Animal Rebellion’s facilitation training to learn tips and tricks on how to be an effective facilitator. All are welcome, and encouraged to come along and learn.

Big Arts Mobilization Day
2021-01-31 10:00 - 17:00 | Online
Join us for a day of creating and chatting with the Animal Rebellion arts team.

Strategy Consultation Discussion Space
2021-01-30 19:00 - 20:00 | Online
Following on from the Animal Rebellion’s Goals for 2021 presentation on Wednesday the 27th this space is to discuss, share ideas and ask questions about the learnings from the strategy consultation with your fellow rebels and members of the UK strategy team.

DNA Culture
2021-01-30 13:00 - 15:00 | Online
Culture underpins how we relate to one another both within our movement and wider society. Come explore how we can build an inclusive, resilient and empowering culture together at Animal Rebellion.

2021 Plant-Based Schools Campaign
2021-01-30 12:00 - 13:30 | Online
New year, new food system? It’s time to change. Join us in our 2021 campaign: Plant-Based Schools and Councils! We’re kickstarting a nationwide effort to create a fairer and more sustainable food system for the planet, for animals and for our future. About This Event Come along to find out how to get involved as we demand that local councils stop serving animal products in their schools and council events to combat the climate crisis. 70% of local councils have declared a climate emergency; none have acted. We demand they prioritise the future of their residents and serve only plant-based food in schools and at council events. With your help, we can achieve huge goals for animals, people, and the planet. We will support you to bring this campaign to your area. Together we will make positive change across the nation! Sign up for our talk today to find out how you can be part of this incredible journey.

Effective Outreach Workshop: Part Two
2021-01-29 18:00 - 19:00 | Online
Come and join us for an hour of outreach practice.
From last weeks sharing circle, we have compiled a list of common scenarios we face in the streets and will have one hour of practicing our outreach skills in a low-stress environment with experienced outreachers helping guide us along the way.

Foundations of Linguistics
2021-01-28 19:00 - 20:00 | Online
Join Jo and Adam, both linguists from the Messaging team, to learn more about how we can utilise findings from linguistic research to improve the effectiveness and outreach of our messaging. We will explore the importance of language and communication, and how different linguistic varieties and registers play a role in building and shaping our social reality.

Animal Rebellion's 2021 Goals - Learnings from the 2020 Strategy Consultation
2021-01-27 19:00 - 20:30 | Online
In December 2020, after a year rocked by both disaster and triumph, the Animal Rebellion UK strategy team sat down to take stock of what had happened and what was to come. From those conversations developed the 2020 UK strategy consultation which sought to understand what direction Animal Rebellion was moving in and where what our areas of focus would be for 2021. From conversations with over 20 teams, we pulled out key themes and areas of concern, excitement and development which we are now thrilled to be able to present to the whole organisation. In this workshop we will look at the outputs from the consultation, including some of the key areas of priority and growth that we see as critical for the year to come. Come along to join the conversation, ask questions and see how you and your team can get involved.
All welcome!

Introduction to Animal Rebellion
2021-01-27 18:00 - 19:00 | Online
Want to know more about Animal Rebellion?⁠
⁠We have an introduction session where you can learn more about the movement and how you can get involved. We’ll chat about our principles & values, our demands, and a little taster of why we do things the way we do and how you can take part.

Plant-Based Health Professionals Talk and Q&A
2021-01-25 18:00 - 19:30 | Online
A talk supporting the plant-based councils campaign from Rohini from PBHP. It will go through some of the health aspects around eating meat and dairy followed by some Q&A

Legal Training: Know Your Rights & Witnessing Police Behaviour
2021-01-23 12:00 - 15:15 | Online
This training, facilitated by legal experts, will give you in-depth training of the legality of direct action, and give you everything you need to know to take direct action, for the planet and for the animals.
It will be split into two parts:
PART ONE – Know Your Rights (12:00pm – 2:00pm)
What are your legal rights? What are the police allowed to do? What happens when you get arrested?
BREAK (2:00pm – 2:15pm)
PART TWO – Witnessing Police Behaviour (2:15pm – 3:15pm)
NB: By coming to this training, it does NOT mean that you are a legal observer; you will be someone who has some very useful skills when witnessing forms of policing.
When at an action, the police also generally turn up. In this training, you will learn how to effectively monitor the following:
– Arrests
– Stop and Searches
We recognise that the police often (and generally do) use their powers in a discriminatory manner to target Black people, POC, LGBTQ+ and disabled people (to name a few), due to institutional racism, sexism, transphobia and ableism within the police force. By the end of this training, you will be able to monitor the police’s actions, whilst also trying to safeguard the person being subjected to the police behaviour.
This training is essential for all those looking to attend future actions.

Arts Space
2021-01-22 19:00 - 20:00 | Online
Come along, chill out and get creative with the Animal Rebellions Arts Team

Effective Outreach Workshop: Part One
2021-01-22 18:00 - 19:00 | Online
Come and join our sharing space where we will be discussing our past experience with doing outreach. Learn from your peers some tips and tricks they use for getting our message across in an effective manner. We will be sharing our experiences and compiling a list of common scenarios we encounter on the streets to then practice them in a low-stress environment and build up our confidence. No outreach experience necessary! All are welcome to come, discuss and learn.

Animal Rebellion and the Press: How we’re being portrayed in the media
2021-01-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Online
In this presentation, we explore how Animal Rebellion, our actions and our messaging are being portrayed in the media. Kieran, a member of Animal Rebellion’s Press team, will provide a summary of our breadth of features across mainstream and independent media outlets, whilst pointing to examples of how action design and media strategy can lead to effective and extensive coverage in the press. The outcome of this presentation, with space for discussion, should lead to a better understanding of how Animal Rebellion can influence the media.

DNA Story
2021-01-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Online
This online workshop is an opportunity to explore our personal and shared stories in Animal Rebellion. How do we frame our story as a movement? Why do we use certain words and concepts, yet avoid others? How does it reach out to people? What do we mean by our ‘shared vision of change’?

Starting off Strategically for New Groups
2021-01-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
Have you formed a new Animal Rebellion group or are interested in developing one? This training will go through the basics of how to plan your groups strategy and make sure its aligning with our goals and direction. We’ll run through understanding Animal Rebellion’s goals and strategy and how your group can find their place within that as well as starting out with setting goals and bringing people on board in roles and teams.

Basic DNA
2021-01-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Online
Essential for all Animal Rebels to deepen their understanding of who Animal Rebellion is. A crash course into how we think social change happens and how we operate. This is only a taste for the individual sections! Be sure to also attend our in depth trainings on our story, structure, strategy and culture.

People's Assembly
2021-01-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Online
People’s Assemblies are a way for a group of people to discuss issues or make decisions collectively, where all voices are heard and valued equally and no one person or group are able to dominate the process.
People’s Assemblies play a vital role in our decision making process, and even more so during the rebellion where we will need to hold impromptu assemblies depending on the situations we encounter.
