Get Trained with Hands Off NYC
We don’t have to wait for this administration’s threats to become reality. We have the power to act now—but it will take all of us committing to long-term, community-based organizing.
During the session, we’ll review what’s happening, provide skills training such as Know Your Rights, ICE watch, and organizing and mobilization strategies. We’ll also break out by neighborhood so you can connect with your neighbors and begin building local networks of support.
Build Community
Find 5 friends or neighbors and talk to them about the current situation. Materials below can be used for information sharing, outreach, and building connections. Exchange contact information, and keep them in the loop about Hands Off NYC!
for individuals
for businesses, by Indivisible
for individuals; Spanish version coming soon
You can talk to people you already know, go door to door to meet new people, get signs of solidarity into businesses, or participate in our Community Day of Action on November 15th.
Other ways to get involved
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LINK: For more information, click here.
When you put up a Signs of Solidarity poster, you’re doing two important things:
Making Your Workplace Safer – By designating a private, employees-only area, you exercise your Fourth Amendment rights. ICE cannot enter without a signed judicial warrant.
Sending a Public Message of Support – Posting a visible sign in your window or door tells neighbors, customers, and other businesses that you reject fear and stand for dignity, safety, and inclusion.
When many businesses take this step together, the impact is powerful. Courage is contagious — your sign may inspire others to do the same.
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Spread the word on campuses and within student communities about this pledge to walk out if NYC is occupied.
Print and distribute quarter-sheet flyers to get the word out about the pledge.
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Check out this document to find creative actions you can take today.
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This movement will rely on your creativity. The options listed here are a few concrete ways of getting involved, but don’t let them limit you!
Other acts of resistance could include:
Set up a table in the park where you distribute whistles and flyers!
Create art / graphics and tag @HandsOffNYC on IG or Blueksy - maybe we can help print and distriubute your work!
Talk to your local birdwatching club about being the eyes and ears of the resistance. Teach them about the whistles.
Make music, poetry, or performance art that carries the message
Anything you can dream of! None of us know what will ultimately work, and every small step forward is needed.
Please keep in mind that all Hands Off events are committed non-violent resistance. We stay rooted in joyous defiance and love for our neighbors and our communities.