Becoming an XR Protest Liaison - what does the role require?
The role of Protest Liaison is usually performed by an experienced rebel who has undergone the relevant training. The qualities needed are as follows:
- Embodies non-violence, calm, non-threatening
- Confident communicator with authority figures and rebels alike
- Assertive, never aggressive, natural de-escalator
- Respectful of all
- Understands main aspects of relevant law
- Recognises concerns, needs and vulnerabilities of marginalised, oppressed groups