IMPORTANT LOGISTICAL INFO For September 29 rally and march against war & racism
As of September 28, 2001
GATHER 12 NOON at FREEDOM PLAZA (14th St. and Pennsylvania NW)
Buses and vans from many areas will be arriving early
WELCOME CENTER:
For those arriving on Friday, the IAC will have a "Welcome Center" open from 4 pm to 9 pm. This is at 1615 Columbia Road NW (at 16th St.). Take the green line to Columbia Heights or the 16th St. bus to Columbia Road.
BUSES AND VANS/CARS:
Below is important information for buses:
Bus drop off is at Pennsylvania Ave. between 13th and 14th St. NW. This is the south side of Freedom Plaza.
Bus parking: There is a lot that is used for bus parking just over the Anacostia Bridge. Drive south on South Capitol, go over the Anacostia Bridge, and take the first right. Once this lot fills up, buses should go to the Union Station parking lot. There are spaces reserved; buses should say they are with the A.N.S.W.E.R. coalition.
Your bus (not A.N.S.W.E.R.) is responsible to pay a $50 parking fee.
Vans and cars can drop off at Freedom Plaza, or simply find parking in the area (there are many private lots, and there may be street parking).
Bus pick up is at Louisiana between North Capitol and 1st St NW. This is around the corner and a few blocks away from the ending rally site at Upper Senate Park (which is the north side of the Capitol). Buses cannot park here; they can stand in the right lane of traffic, but only for the loading period. This information should be given by the bus captain to each bus rider (if possible, give out maps).
BUS GREETERS:
Each bus will be met by an International A.N.S.W.E.R. bus greeter who will let everyone know what to expect for the day. Please convey as much information as possible to all bus riders ahead of time, and expect this update from an A.N.S.W.E.R. volunteer when you pull in.
VOLUNTEERS:
To make this event a success, hundreds of volunteers are needed to help out in many areas! When you arrive at Freedom Plaza, you will see a purple banner that says "Volunteers Here." Just go up to the organizers at this table and they will plug you into the activity. Help is needed for security/monitors (see below), handing out literature and placards, getting out t-shirts, water and more.
SECURITY / MONITORS:
Our top priority is security. We will have a strong Arab and Muslim presence at the rally and march and we want all of our Arab and Muslim sisters and brothers to feel comfortable and safe. We are organizing security teams to secure our space in case there are counter demonstrators. Please encourage people on your bus to help out in this area. If you can help out, you will be directed to a security orientation meeting from the volunteers table.
MEDICAL:
There will be a medical tent and medical workers in the crowd to provide any needed assistance. There will be food and water available, but you are encouraged to bring your own. The march will be about one mile (there will be a disabled vehicle for those who cannot march), so come prepared with walking shoes.
WEATHER:
There is a 0% chance of rain forecasted for Saturday!
IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS OR NEED MORE INFO CALL: 202-543-2777. This number will be staffed during the protest.
International Action Center new office until Oct. 15
1247 E St. SE (entrance on 13th St.)
Washington DC 20003
Phone: 202-543-2777;
Fax: 202-543-6847
Email: iacenterdc@yahoo.com
Web: www.beatbackbush.org & www.iacenter.org