Peaceful Resistance Training Offered to Opponents of Algonquin Pipeline Expansion

The second of a set of skill-building workshops Organized by SAPE (Stop the Algonquin Pipeline) will be held Jan. 26 to train concerned citizens in non-violent direct action techniques.

This is part of the group’s response to the proposed expansion of Spectra Energy’s Algonquin gas pipeline and its associated gas infrastructure in Rockland, Westchester and Putnam Counties.

“The final decision about this dangerous, massive fracked gas project will be made this winter, and it will impact residents throughout the entire region,” said organzers from SAPE.

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Trained facilitator Susan Rubin will provide history of the non violent direct action in social and environmental justice movements and will explain ways in which peaceful resistance can be employed. She will teach about roles and skills needed to carry out numerous peaceful resistance tactics and prepare people to organize actions, including non violent civil disobedience.

The training, co-sponsored by WESPAC , is free of charge and open to the public.

WHEN: Monday, January 26th 6:30-8 pm

WHERE: Mapleton Center at Good Counsel, 52 N. Broadway, White Plains, NY

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• State Moves Location of 1st Hearing on Gas Pipeline’s Compression, Monitoring Stations