Extinction Rebellion's non-violent direct action (NVDA) training is free and open to all. It will give you an overview of the aims, principles and methods used by XR, our commitment to and the importance of non-violence and the legal side of taking non-violent direct action. We also cover basic deescalation techniques and the question of how to interact with police during actions. Finally, we go though the range of different roles needed in each affinity group. At the end of the training, you will feel empowered to take non-violent direct action and have an affinity group with whom you can take part in actions. 💚

We encourage everyone who wants to get involved in XR to attend a NVDA training, even if you don't wish to take direct action or be arrested yourself. There are a number of important roles for people who do not plan to get arrested - we need legal observers, well-being officers, artists and media officers, and more. Please come along to learn more and join our wonderful movement in the crucial months ahead! ⏳