currently, i'm not going to any protests or rallies cause i either don't, can't, or none are going on in my hometown.
those of you who are going, i wanna give you guys some advice and tips to stay safe.
▣ WEAR A MASK! not only will it help you be less noticeable, COVID-19 is still a thing. Despite this, if you're at a risk of tear gas then it won't help.
▣ hide anything that could make you noticeable. such as tattoos, piercings, dyed hair, etc.
▣ Many are saying milk can help the pain with tear gas, it can lead to infection. water should be used for eyes, throat, and nose.
▣ don't use cellular data, your phone could be tracked. airplane mode is a good idea, and turn off your location services.
▣ take pictures and videos without unlocking your device.
▣ IF YOU POST PHOTOS OR VIDEOS, make sure you blur the face of protester's whole bodies, as it's another way that officers can identify people.
▣ protect your body by wearing gloves, jackets, hats, etc.
▣ bring a first aid kit for if you or someone else gets hurt.
▣ go with someone and make a plan in case you guys somehow get separated.
▣ bring water bottles and snacks.
▣ contacts and tear gas is not good, if you can, wear glasses.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED FOR A PROTEST FIRST AID KIT:
◆ a large waterproof bag
◇ lots and LOTS of band-aids and bandages of every size
◆ a kind of disinfectant
◇ triple antibiotic ointment
◆ scissors
◇ scissors
◆ cloths (bandanas, ace wraps, scrap fabric, etc.)
◇ gloves if possible
call me dramatic or extra, but i just wanna make sure you guys are staying safe throughout all of this.
thanks for reading
arren out.
