street medics

When not to run: Protest advice from a Street Medic

kai — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 04:20:18 +0000

Some of us are familiar with the clack-clack-clack of batons on riot shields and the boot-to-pavement double-step. We have heard the crack of flashbangs overhead and felt the sting of teargas.

We all know there can be terrifying moments during an action, but here are some reasons not to run when the police charge:

Medics speak out against systemic roots of Police violence during G20

justin — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 17:45:46 +0000

The Toronto Street Medics, a grassroots organization that came together to support G20 dissenters with first aid and preventative health care, have published an in-depth response to their experiences on the streets during the G20 convergence. You can read the full article over at rabble