Resources for Allies and Accomplices
Bystander Intervention Workshop with IMPACT Bay Area (online)
Do you want to feel more prepared to help when witnessing harassment or other unsafe situations? This 90-minute class will empower you with best practices for bystander intervention. We look at considerations for deciding whether it’s safe for you to get involved, model strategies for intervening, and provide opportunities to practice in realistic role-play scenarios against a mock assailant. Boost your confidence for real-world situations, strengthen your ability to set effective boundaries, and learn to break "group freeze" and mobilize community assistance.
https://www.impactbayarea.org/041721_bystander_intervention
Interrupting Oppression Workshop with IMPACT Bay Area (online)
At IMPACT we believe that oppression is a form of violence, whether it’s based on race, ethnicity, sex, gender, ability, age, or any combination of these and other perceived characteristics. This class series introduces tools and considerations for interrupting harmful words or behaviors and provides a safe space for practicing. Because of the progressive nature of this series, we ask that you commit to participating in all three dates.
https://www.impactbayarea.org/042421_interrupting_oppression
61 Ways to Donate in Support of Asian Communities
While there are numerous things you can do to support Asian communities around the country, one effective way to take action is by donating money. Similar to our list of organizations and funds that directly support Black communities, here, we’ve compiled a guide for those interested in supporting Asian, South Asian, and Pacific Islander communities.
https://nymag.com/strategist/article/where-to-donate-to-help-asian-communities-2021.html
Bystander Intervention to Stop Anti-Asian/American Harassment and Xenophobic Harassment
“The 75-minute, interactive training will teach you Right To Be’s 5Ds of bystander intervention methodology — now available with Tagalog translations! We’ll start by talking about the types of disrespect that Asian and Asian American folks are facing right now — from microaggressions to violence — using a tool we call the “spectrum of disrespect.” You’ll learn what to look for and the positive impact that bystander intervention has on individuals and communities. We’ll talk through five strategies for intervention: distract, delegate, document, delay, and direct; and how to prioritize your own safety while intervening.”
“Stay Safe from Hate: How to Protect Yourself in Threatening Situations” booklet
Helps you to communicate calmly and de-escalate tense situations
Teaches you easy techniques to defend yourself physically, and
Shows you how to protect others using bystander intervention methods.
https://mailchi.mp/aafederation/aaf-landing-page
Stop AAPI Hate
Report hate incidents here
Guidelines for Stopping Oppressive Behavior
Eleven suggestions to help adults address oppressive behavior by students.
Oppressive behavior can take many forms, ranging from hurtful remarks made in ignorance to insults, threats, and physical violence. The appropriate adult response depends on the behavior and its intent. Below are some things to keep in mind:
https://www.morningsidecenter.org/teachable-moment/lessons/guidelines-stopping-oppressive-behavior
Tool: Interrupting Microaggressions
Examples of mircoaggressions, third-party/bystander intervention strategies, and communication approaches
https://academicaffairs.ucsc.edu/events/documents/Microaggressions_InterruptHO_2014_11_182v5.pdf
Technical Safety Guide
Chances are, you’re here because you’re either being harassed online or you are worried you might be in the future. We partnered with Take Back the Tech! to design a guide that will walk you through the immediate steps you need to take to feel safe and give you the information you need to make informed decisions.