Plus, a protest mixtape launch celebration, an city agriculture honest, and extra methods to become involved.
Each week, we checklist some methods to get engaged within the metropolis — whether or not that’s protesting, organizing along with your neighbors, or testifying earlier than your councilmembers. This is not an exhaustive checklist; share your occasions and trainings with us utilizing this form. For extra methods to get related, try our resources roundup, and for extra to do across the metropolis, do not miss our Weekend Events put up.
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Film The Police DC
Since the federal takeover final August, D.C. residents are recording all the things. Migrant Solidarity Mutual Aid Network, Free DC, and Harriet’s Wildest Dreams created a hub the place residents can submit sightings or interactions with police. Email images, movies, and tricks to report@filmthepolicedc.org. If you witness an ICE detention or raid, name the Migrant Solidarity Mutual Aid community at 202-335-1183.
Food Not Bombs call for funds
Food Not Bombs, the native mutual help group that runs weekly meal distributions, wants funds to assist maintain residents heat through the winter. Your donations might be used to offer blankets, thermal clothes, hand heaters, and different emergency winter gear. You can Venmo (@FNBDC) or buy gadgets immediately from their wishlist.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4
Safety and preparedness class
⏰ 7 – 9 p.m.
📍 The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center
The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center is internet hosting an introductory coaching on non-violent approaches to security and preparedness throughout harmful moments, like pure disasters or social unrest. Attendees will be taught life-saving abilities and create a plan of motion for sudden, opposed conditions. RSVP here.
THURSDAY, MARCH 5
Free DC campaign orientation
⏰ 7 – 8:30 p.m.
📍 Virtual
If you are on the lookout for methods to guard D.C.’s autonomy and the rights of your neighbors (and your self!), Free DC is an effective place to start out. After attending a marketing campaign orientation, the place you may be taught concerning the fundamental buildings and goals of the motion, you may be a part of your native Free DC ward staff.
Private Military Contractors: How Non-State Actors Are Changing War
⏰ 5 p.m.
📍 The Institute of World Politics
This one may not be precisely “local,” however contemplating D.C. is a hub for protection contracting (possibly you have met a number of contractors at a celebration!), this occasion might make it easier to perceive this second, because the U.S. escalates its warfare on Iran. The discuss attracts on Dr. Caroline Batka’s analysis on personal navy contractors, and examines how they’re shaping warfare at present. Read extra and reserve your free tickets here.
SATURDAY, MARCH 7
Free DC mixtape release party
⏰ 6 – 10 p.m.
📍 Kabu
Free DC has teamed up with Freedom Futures Collective to compile an unique hip-hop mixtape that includes younger artists and organizers. The mixtape, highlighting the artists’ tales and experiences, is supposed to showcase how folks have fought again to construct a Free DC. The celebration will characteristic reside performances from FFC artists and observe debuts. RSVP here.
Rooting DC 2026: An urban gardening conference
⏰ 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
📍 Eastern Senior High School
Now in its nineteenth yr, Rooting DC is a free, all-day honest centered on city agriculture and meals programs. There might be academic workshops, exhibitor cubicles, native eats, networking alternatives, and group constructing circles for native growers. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned (ha!) gardening professional, you may cease by to listen to from nonprofits, authorities companies, and native farmers. Sign up here.
SUNDAY, MARCH 8
International Women’s Day rally
⏰ 2 p.m.
📍 Malcolm X Park
Join a slew of native organizations for an International Women’s Day rally devoted to standing with immigrant ladies and ladies affected by police violence. The rally is co-sponsored by DC Against the Trump Agenda, the DC Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression, and different teams.
Sunrise DC Open Hub meeting
⏰ 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.
📍 Provided with RSVP
If you are on the lookout for younger of us tapped into the native local weather motion, Sunrise DC is the place to start out! Their month-to-month open hub conferences supply a option to plug into present work and meet different younger individuals who care about local weather justice. If you are new, ensure to remain till 4:30 p.m. for the brand new member one-on-ones. RSVP here.
International Women’s Day Cultural Worker Showcase
⏰ 6 p.m. – late
📍 Marx Cafe
The group DC Local 2 Global is bringing collectively ladies and femmes for an International Women’s Day celebration at Marx Cafe, that includes artwork, music, comedy, and dance. Tickets might be obtainable on the door on a sliding scale from $10 – $20. All proceeds will go to assist for Cuba.
