How to Talk to the Media About Police Violence

“Abolition is about presence, not absence. It's about building life-affirming institutions.” -Ruth Wilson Gilmore. 

We need people who are skilled up to talk to the media about police violence. You could help your community widen their scope of vision for forms of community safety that do not rely on police, prisons, or other forms of state violence. You are encouraged to invite a friend to attend with you. All you need to do is share this link with them and I'll include them in future updates. 

This training will last 1.5 hours and be delivered as a webinar on Zoom with a 30-minute Q&A at the end. The cost is $25 p/ person. No one will be turned away for an inability to pay. Sponsorships + voluntary reparations are encouraged. Please email me for details.

Complete the form below to indicate your interest + availability. 
Registration + payment will happen once the date/time details are finalized.

With years of experience as a skilled media representative, I am excited to give you an introductory training on how to talk to reporters about police violence, community safety, and moves to defund and abolish the police so that we can immediately, collectively, and skillfully respond to time sensitive media requests.

This introductory training will include basic guidance on the following topics: 
  • Checking on your capacity + protecting your peace
  • Offering definitions + shared language
  • Talking point templates + guidance for creating your own
  • Tips for giving a powerful interview - regardless of the platform
  • Resources, toolkits, and evidence-based data 
⭐️ As an added bonus, you can choose to maintain a relationship with your peers for more practice, support, and ongoing feedback. ⭐️

ACCESS
Transcription will be provided. ASL interpretation, Closed Captioning, and other accommodations are available by request. Add your access requests to the form below or email tashmicatorok@gmail.com with the subject line 'Media Training Accommodations' 

Thank you for your commitment to liberation + justice.

In solidarity,

Tashmica Torok
Healing Justice Consultant
tashmicatorok@gmail.com
231-487-2056
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