Upcoming Events
Orientation and Non-Cooperation Theory for VA/MD Allies
Join us for this special offering of our Orientation and Non-Cooperation trainings. This event is open to all, and VA/MD allies are particularly invited to participate.
Orientation is the place to learn about the attacks DC is facing right now, our strategy to defeat them, and our organizing structures that will make it possible.
Non-Cooperation Theory + Practice is Free DC's advanced training intensive on the key skills involved in effective non-cooperation. This half-day training will teach you what non-cooperation looks like on an individual level, a mass level, and how other movements have used these tactics effectively. Please note:you must attend an orientationprior to joining a non-cooperation training.
Event Schedule (subject to change)
Orientation: 10 to 1130am
Lunch: 1130am to 1230pm (Lunch will be provided)
Non-Cooperation Theory + Practice: 1230 to 5pm
Participants can attend one training or both, depending on your needs. If you previously attended a campaign orientation, you can join us for non-cooperation only. For additional questions, contact our Training Team at erica@freedcproject.org.
Interactive Program
This training includes interactive role play of protest scenarios. Role play helps us experiment with new skills in safe and supported conditions. If you need accomodations for this or any other part of the training, please let the training team know.
Registration details
As part of registration for this advanced training we will ask for information about your organizing experience and interest in our work. This step is part of our commitment to safe and supported learning environments. Information collected is confidential and will be shared only with our Training Team. Thank you for helping us get to know you more.
Childcare
If childcare would support your participation, please indicate that in your registration details and send an email to confirm to erica@freedcproject.org.
Interpretation
ASL interpretation and Spanish interpretation are both available upon request. If these accommodations would make your participation possible, please indicate that in your registration details and send an email to confirm to erica@freedcproject.org.
Se ofrece interpretación ASL e interpretación al español previa solicitud. Si estas adaptaciones hacen posible su participación, indíquelo en sus datos de inscripción y envíe un correo electrónico de confirmación a erica@freedcproject.org.
If you have additional questions, contact our Training Team at erica@freedcproject.org.
Register below to attend this training!
Campaign Orientation (Virtual)
Free DC is setting out to build the cultural and political power it will take to protect Home Rule and win lasting dignity for the people of DC.
Campaign Orientation is the place to learn about the attacks DC is facing right now, our strategy to defeat them, and our organizing structures that will make it possible.
Register below to attend!
Orientation and Non-Cooperation Theory for MD/VA Allies
Join us for this special offering of our Orientation and Non-Cooperation trainings. This event is open to all, and MD/VA allies are particularly invited to participate.
Orientation is the place to learn about the attacks DC is facing right now, our strategy to defeat them, and our organizing structures that will make it possible.
Non-Cooperation Theory + Practice is Free DC's advanced training intensive on the key skills involved in effective non-cooperation. This half-day training will teach you what non-cooperation looks like on an individual level, a mass level, and how other movements have used these tactics effectively. Please note:you must attend an orientationprior to joining a non-cooperation training.
Event Schedule (subject to change)
Orientation: 10 to 1130am
Lunch: 1130am to 1230pm (Lunch will be provided)
Non-Cooperation Theory + Practice: 1230 to 5pm
Participants can attend one training or both, depending on your needs. If you previously attended a campaign orientation, you can join us for non-cooperation only. For additional questions, contact our Training Team at erica@freedcproject.org.
Interactive Program
This training includes interactive role play of protest scenarios. Role play helps us experiment with new skills in safe and supported conditions. If you need accomodations for this or any other part of the training, please let the training team know.
Registration details
As part of registration for this advanced training we will ask for information about your organizing experience and interest in our work. This step is part of our commitment to safe and supported learning environments. Information collected is confidential and will be shared only with our Training Team. Thank you for helping us get to know you more.
Childcare
If childcare would support your participation, please indicate that in your registration details and send an email to confirm to erica@freedcproject.org.
Interpretation
ASL interpretation and Spanish interpretation are both available upon request. If these accommodations would make your participation possible, please indicate that in your registration details and send an email to confirm to erica@freedcproject.org.
Se ofrece interpretación ASL e interpretación al español previa solicitud. Si estas adaptaciones hacen posible su participación, indíquelo en sus datos de inscripción y envíe un correo electrónico de confirmación a erica@freedcproject.org.
If you have additional questions, contact our Training Team at erica@freedcproject.org.
Register below to attend this training!
Campaign Orientation, Ward 3
The people of DC deserve dignity and respect—but that's not what this Congress has given us. Free DC is a new campaign setting out to build the power it will take to protect our people and our communities from a hostile administration.
This event is open to all, and Ward 3 residents in particular are invited to attend this Campaign Orientation to learn our strategy, our structure, and how to get started organizing with us.
Register to attend this event using the form below.
Orientation: Free DC & Fighting Displacement
Join us for this special offering of Free DC’s Orientation with a housing justice lens.
Join us on Thursday April 9th at 6:30 on Zoom for a training on why protecting DC autonomy is critical to protecting tenant rights and affordable housing. Empower DC has joined forces with Free DC and Harriet's Wildest Dreams to protect DC Home Rule because we know that to further housing justice DC must be able to govern itself.
Zoom link will be shared upon registration.
Campaign Orientation, Ward 7
The people of DC deserve dignity and respect—but that's not what this Congress has given us. Free DC is a new campaign setting out to build the power it will take to protect our people and our communities from a hostile administration.
This event is open to all, and Ward 7 residents in particular are invited to attend this Campaign Orientation to learn our strategy, our structure, and how to get started organizing with us.
Register to attend this event using the form below.
Campaign Orientation at Friends Meeting of Washington
The people of DC deserve dignity and respect—but that's not what this Congress has given us. Free DC is a new campaign setting out to build the power it will take to protect our people and our communities from a hostile administration.
This event is hosted by Friends Meeting of Washington, and it is open to all. Join this Campaign Orientation to learn more about Free DC’s strategy, our structure, and how to get started organizing with us.
Register to attend this event using the form below.
Chocolate City Campaign Orientation
Black community members are invited to join this Campaign Orientation to network and connect, and learn more about our strategy, our structure, and how to get started organizing with us.
The people of DC deserve dignity and respect—but that's not what this Congress has given us. Free DC is a new campaign setting out to build the power it will take to protect our people and our communities from a hostile administration.
Register to attend this event using the form below.
Orientation and Non-Cooperation Theory
Join us for this special offering of our Orientation and Non-Cooperation trainings.
Orientation is the place to learn about the attacks DC is facing right now, our strategy to defeat them, and our organizing structures that will make it possible.
Non-Cooperation Theory + Practice is Free DC's advanced training intensive on the key skills involved in effective non-cooperation. This half-day training will teach you what non-cooperation looks like on an individual level, a mass level, and how other movements have used these tactics effectively. Please note: you must attend an orientation prior to joining a non-cooperation training.
Event Schedule (subject to change)
Orientation: 10 to 1130am
Lunch: 1130am to 1230pm
Non-Cooperation Theory + Practice: 1230 to 5pm
Participants can attend one training or both, depending on your needs. If you previously attended a campaign orientation, you can join us for non-cooperation only. For additional questions, contact our Training Team at erica@freedcproject.org.
Location
This training will take place in-person in DC. Location details will be emailed automatically upon registration. All of Free DC’s training locations are ADA compliant, and are located within a 10-20 minute walk of a Metro station.
Interactive Program
This training includes interactive role play of protest scenarios. Role play helps us experiment with new skills in safe and supported conditions. If you need accomodations for this or any other part of the training, please let the training team know.
Registration details
As part of registration for this advanced training we will ask for information about your organizing experience and interest in our work. This step is part of our commitment to safe and supported learning environments. Information collected is confidential and will be shared only with our Training Team. Thank you for helping us get to know you more.
Childcare
If childcare would support your participation, please indicate that in your registration details and send an email to confirm to erica@freedcproject.org.
Interpretation
ASL interpretation and Spanish interpretation are both available upon request. If these accommodations would make your participation possible, please indicate that in your registration details and send an email to confirm to erica@freedcproject.org.
Se ofrece interpretación ASL e interpretación al español previa solicitud. Si estas adaptaciones hacen posible su participación, indíquelo en sus datos de inscripción y envíe un correo electrónico de confirmación a erica@freedcproject.org.
If you have additional questions, contact our Training Team at erica@freedcproject.org.
Register below to attend this training!
Campaign Orientation, Ward 1
The people of DC deserve dignity and respect—but that's not what this Congress has given us. Free DC is a new campaign setting out to build the power it will take to protect our people and our communities from a hostile administration.
This event is open to all, and Ward 1 residents in particular are invited to attend this Campaign Orientation to learn our strategy, our structure, and how to get started organizing with us.
Register to attend this event using the form below.
Campaign Orientation (Virtual)
Free DC is setting out to build the cultural and political power it will take to protect Home Rule and win lasting dignity for the people of DC.
Campaign Orientation is the place to learn about the attacks DC is facing right now, our strategy to defeat them, and our organizing structures that will make it possible.
Register below to attend!
Campaign Orientation (Virtual)
Free DC is setting out to build the cultural and political power it will take to protect Home Rule and win lasting dignity for the people of DC.
Campaign Orientation is the place to learn about the attacks DC is facing right now, our strategy to defeat them, and our organizing structures that will make it possible.
Register below to attend!
Campaign Orientation, Ward 7
The people of DC deserve dignity and respect—but that's not what this Congress has given us. Free DC is a new campaign setting out to build the power it will take to protect our people and our communities from a hostile administration.
This event is open to all, and Ward 7 residents in particular are invited to attend this Campaign Orientation to learn our strategy, our structure, and how to get started organizing with us.
Register to attend this event using the form below.
Chocolate City Campaign Orientation
Black community members are invited to join this Campaign Orientation to network and connect, and learn more about our strategy, our structure, and how to get started organizing with us.
The people of DC deserve dignity and respect—but that's not what this Congress has given us. Free DC is a new campaign setting out to build the power it will take to protect our people and our communities from a hostile administration.
Register to attend this event using the form below.
Campaign Orientation (Virtual)
Free DC is setting out to build the cultural and political power it will take to protect Home Rule and win lasting dignity for the people of DC.
Campaign Orientation is the place to learn about the attacks DC is facing right now, our strategy to defeat them, and our organizing structures that will make it possible.
Register below to attend!
Orientation and Non-Cooperation Theory + Practice for Families
Join us for this special Valentine’s Day offering of our Orientation and Non-Cooperation trainings. This event is open to all, and families in particular are invited to join us. We’ll have Valentine’s themed activities for kiddos while parents get trained up!
Orientation is the place to learn about the attacks DC is facing right now, our strategy to defeat them, and our organizing structures that will make it possible.
Non-Cooperation Theory + Practice is Free DC's advanced training intensive on the key skills involved in effective non-cooperation. This half-day training will teach you what non-cooperation looks like on an individual level, a mass level, and how other movements have used these tactics effectively. Please note: you must attend an orientation prior to joining a non-cooperation training.
Event Schedule (subject to change)
Orientation: 11am to 1230pm
Lunch: 1230 to 130pm
Non-Cooperation Theory + Practice: 130 to 530pm
Participants can attend one training or both, depending on your needs. If you previously attended a campaign orientation, you can join us for non-cooperation only. For additional questions, contact our Training Team at erica@freedcproject.org.
Register below to attend this training!
Campaign Orientation, Ward 3
The people of DC deserve dignity and respect—but that's not what this Congress has given us. Free DC is a new campaign setting out to build the power it will take to protect our people and our communities from a hostile administration.
This event is open to all, and Ward 3 residents in particular are invited to attend this Campaign Orientation to learn our strategy, our structure, and how to get started organizing with us.
Register to attend this event using the form below.
Campaign Orientation for College Students
The people of DC deserve dignity and respect—but that's not what this Congress has given us. Free DC is a new campaign setting out to build the power it will take to protect our people and our communities from a hostile administration.
College students are invited to attend this Campaign Orientation to learn our strategy, our structure, and how to get started organizing with us.
This orientation will take place at George Washington University, University Students Center, Room 404.
Register to attend this event using the form below.
Campaign Orientation (Virtual)
Free DC is setting out to build the cultural and political power it will take to protect Home Rule and win lasting dignity for the people of DC.
Campaign Orientation is the place to learn about the attacks DC is facing right now, our strategy to defeat them, and our organizing structures that will make it possible.
Register below to attend our first Campaign Orientation of the new year!
Campaign Orientation
The people of DC deserve dignity and respect—but that's not what this Congress has given us. Free DC is a new campaign setting out to build the power it will take to protect our people and our communities from a hostile administration.
Register to attend this event using the form below.
Ward 5 Orientation & Active Bystander Training
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Free DC is setting out to build the cultural and political power it will take to protect Home Rule and win lasting dignity for the people of DC.
Campaign Orientation is the place to learn about the attacks DC is facing right now, our strategy to defeat them, and our organizing structures that will make it possible. Learn how we protect each other and our rights during an Active Bystander Training.
This orientation and training will take the place of the regular Ward 5 monthly meeting for December. Those who have already been to orientation can attend the Active Bystander training!
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Free DC se propone construir el poder cultural y político necesario para proteger el gobierno autónomo y lograr una dignidad duradera para el pueblo de DC.
La Orientación de Campaña es el lugar para aprender sobre los ataques que DC enfrenta en este momento, nuestra estrategia para derrotarlos y nuestras estructuras organizativas que lo harán posible. Descubra cómo nos protegemos unos a otros y nuestros derechos durante el entrenamiento de espectadores activos.
Campaign Orientation
The people of DC deserve dignity and respect — but that's not what this Congress has given us. Free DC is a new campaign to build the power it will take to protect our people and our communities from a hostile administration.
You are invited to attend this Campaign Orientation to learn our strategy, our structure, and how to get started organizing with us.
Register below to attend our Campaign Orientation on Saturday, December 6th at 1:30 PM at St. John’s United Baptist Church.
Campaign Orientation —Virtual
Free DC is setting out to build the cultural and political power it will take to protect Home Rule and win lasting dignity for the people of DC.
Campaign Orientation is the place to learn about the attacks DC is facing right now, our strategy to defeat them, and our organizing structures that will make it possible.
Register below to attend our Campaign Orientation on Wednesday, December 3rd at 8:30 PM on Zoom.
Campaign Orientation —Virtual
Free DC is setting out to build the cultural and political power it will take to protect Home Rule and win lasting dignity for the people of DC.
Campaign Orientation is the place to learn about the attacks DC is facing right now, our strategy to defeat them, and our organizing structures that will make it possible.
Register below to attend our Campaign Orientation on Saturday, November 22nd at 2:00 PM on Zoom.
Campaign Orientation + Food Drive with the Ward 7 Team
Join Free DC’s Ward 7 Team for a Campaign Orientation and Food Drive at Capitol View Library on Sunday, November 16.
Campaign Orientation for Faith Communities
The people of DC deserve dignity and respect—but that's not what this Congress has given us. Free DC is a renewed campaign setting out to build the power it will take to protect our people and our communities from a hostile administration.
Faith community members in particular are invited to attend this Campaign Orientation to learn our strategy, our structure, and how to get started organizing with us.
Register to attend this event below.
October Campaign Orientation , Virtual
Free DC is setting out to build the cultural and political power it will take to protect Home Rule and win lasting dignity for the people of DC.
Campaign Orientation is the place to learn about the attacks DC is facing right now, our strategy to defeat them, and our organizing structures that will make it possible.
Register at the button below to attend our Campaign Orientation on Wednesday, October 29th at 7:00 PM on Zoom.
Campaign Orientation at Metropolitan AME Church
The people of DC deserve dignity and respect—but that's not what this Congress has given us. Free DC is a renewed campaign setting out to build the power it will take to protect our people and our communities from a hostile administration.
This Campaign Orientation is hosted in partnership with Metropolitan African Methodist Episcopal Church. Members of the public are also welcome to attend this Orientation with members of the Metro AME Congregation.
Attend this orientation to learn Free DC’s strategy, our structure, and how to get started organizing with us. Register to attend this event using the form below.
Campaign Orientation for College Students
The people of DC deserve dignity and respect—but that's not what this Congress has given us. Free DC is a new campaign setting out to build the power it will take to protect our people and our communities from a hostile administration.
College students are invited to attend this Campaign Orientation to learn our strategy, our structure, and how to get started organizing with us.
This orientation will take place at the UDC, with exact location upon registration.
Register to attend this event using the form below.
Campaign Orientation, Ward 2
The people of DC deserve dignity and respect—but that's not what this Congress has given us. Free DC is a new campaign setting out to build the power it will take to protect our people and our communities from a hostile administration.
Ward 2 residents in particular are invited to attend this Campaign Orientation in Ward 2 to learn our strategy, our structure, and how to get started organizing with us.
This meeting will take place at Church of the Pilgrims. This venue is accessible via the Dupont Circle Metro station on the Red Line, as well as the buses C91 (similar to old G2), D70 (similar to old L2), D72 (similar to old 42, 43, and L2), D74 (similar to old H8, 42, and 43), D90 (similar to old N2, N4, N6), D94 (similar to old D6), and D96 (similar to old D2). (More transit information can be found at https://wmata.com/schedules/trip-planner/.)
Register to attend this event using the form below.
MD + VA Allies, Campaign Orientation - Virtual
Free DC is setting out to build the cultural and political power it will take to protect Home Rule and win lasting dignity for the people of DC.
Campaign Orientation is the place to learn about the attacks DC is facing right now, our strategy to defeat them, and our organizing structures that will make it possible.
Our Maryland and Virginia neighbors in particular are invited to attend this Online Campaign Orientation to learn our strategy, our structure, and how to get started organizing with us.
Register at the button below to attend our Campaign Orientation on Wednesday, October 22nd at 6:00 PM on Zoom.
October Campaign Orientation - Daytime, Virtual
Free DC is setting out to build the cultural and political power it will take to protect Home Rule and win lasting dignity for the people of DC.
Campaign Orientation is the place to learn about the attacks DC is facing right now, our strategy to defeat them, and our organizing structures that will make it possible.
Register at the button below to attend our Campaign Orientation on Saturday, October 11th at 1:00 PM on Zoom.
Campaign Orientation, Ward 3
The people of DC deserve dignity and respect—but that's not what this Congress has given us. Free DC is a new campaign setting out to build the power it will take to protect our people and our communities from a hostile administration.
Ward 3 residents in particular are invited to attend this Campaign Orientation in Ward 3 to learn our strategy, our structure, and how to get started organizing with us.
This orientation will take place at the Cleveland Park Library in Northwest, which is a 5-minute walk from the Cleveland Park Metro Station on the Red Line.
Register to attend this event using the form below.
Campaign Orientation, Ward 6
The people of DC deserve dignity and respect—but that's not what this Congress has given us. Free DC is a new campaign setting out to build the power it will take to protect our people and our communities from a hostile administration.
Ward 6 residents in particular are invited to attend this Campaign Orientation in Ward 6 to learn our strategy, our structure, and how to get started organizing with us.
This orientation will take place at the Westminster Presbyterian Church in Southwest, which is a 5-minute walk from the Waterfront Metro Station on the Green Line.
This event is ADA accessible.
Register to attend this event using the form below.