ROP often convenes statewide virtual gatherings for rural organizers across Oregon and the country to connect and build shared analysis and strategy. This page will continue to be updated with registration information for upcoming virtual gatherings and recaps and recordings of past gatherings. For recordings of past strategy sessions, check out our YouTube here! Upcoming […]
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Palestine Solidarity Resources
Groups in at least 11 counties have taken action in support of peace since October 2023. Hosting rallies, vigils, or marches, and writing or calling our congresspeople are some of the most popular ways to engage on this issue. (Send us your announcements, photos, or videos to Rural Organizing Project Facebook and/or Instagram and we […]
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Bringing the Co$t of War Home: Telling the Local Story – Spanish
ROP Archives: 2006 The Co$t of War campaign asks our US Senators and Representatives to explain how much Congress has authorized spending and what they have cut to pay for the war and occupation in Iraq. We are gathering facts, figures, and anecdotes from our local communities to testify to the local cost of war. […]
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ROP Archives: 2006 The Co$t of War campaign asks our US Senators and Representatives to explain how much Congress has authorized spending and what they have cut to pay for the war and occupation in Iraq. We are gathering facts, figures, and anecdotes from our local communities to testify to the local cost of war. […]
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Voter Communications Strategies – English Version
Tips and tricks on how to communicate with voters in the lead up to any election, and use this moment to build relationships and strengthen your local group! This resource is also available in Spanish here. Voter Communication Strategies Why Conversations and Multiple Contacts? Voter Conversations vs. Voter Contacts: Politics as usual typically involves a […]
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De-escalation Flash Cards
Folks in Clatsop County created these flashcards which are easy to print and hand out at your next rally to ensure all of your demonstration participants are on the same page about how best to engage with counter-protesters.
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Ballot Basics: Who Represents You?
Check out this graphic to learn more about who represents you and what different elected officials make decisions about.
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Questions to Ask Law Enforcement about Their Collaboration with Immigration and Customs Enforcement
Want to talk with your local sheriff or police chief to make sure they aren’t collaborating with Immigration and Customs Enforcement? Are you not sure where to start? Check out this list of suggested questions and set up a meeting with the chief or the sheriff! If you want further support, you can always reach […]
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Organizing Resources for Coronavirus Response
Coronavirus is deeply impacting our communities. Below you will find a list of ideas and resources compiled from across the state of how rural Oregonians are meeting each others’ needs and calling for structural change at this moment. We will be updating this page with resources as we receive them. Send us any resources and […]
Read MoreChain of Deportation
The text in these graphics reads: Links in the Chain of Deportation US policy and militarization worsening global refugee crises Racism toward immigraant communities creating fear and isolation Private detention centers and corporate profits Public institutions collaborating with ICE Law enforcement collaborating with ICE Jails used as detention centers ICE active in our courthouses No […]
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