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Protecting the Protectors
What we, Protecting the Protectors, are doing, is keeping people alive. That being said, there are many aspects to that. Evaluation of each camp, to access their needs as far as medical supplies, structures to work out of, personal to maintain the medic area, EMS availability, response time, Lifeflight landing area, and projected camp population.
Also, it entails education of basic first aid, camp safety, hygiene, and scene evaluation. To include, frontline aid, eye flushes, decontamination, and follow up. To accomplish this takes donations, money and supplies. On our Facebook page, Protecting the Protectors, we post where we are and show what we are doing and list what our expenses are and do keep all receipts. We will stay out here as long as water protectors have boots on the ground.
Thank you and Mni Wiconi, WATER IS LIFE!!!
What we, Protecting the Protectors, are doing, is keeping people alive. That being said, there are many aspects to that. Evaluation of each camp, to access their needs as far as medical supplies, structures to work out of, personal to maintain the medic area, EMS availability, response time, Lifeflight landing area, and projected camp population.
Also, it entails education of basic first aid, camp safety, hygiene, and scene evaluation. To include, frontline aid, eye flushes, decontamination, and follow up. To accomplish this takes donations, money and supplies. On our Facebook page, Protecting the Protectors, we post where we are and show what we are doing and list what our expenses are and do keep all receipts. We will stay out here as long as water protectors have boots on the ground.
Thank you and Mni Wiconi, WATER IS LIFE!!!
Go to their YOUCARING crowdfunding site
WOULD YOU LIKE COME EXPERIENCE CAMP LIFE FIRSTHAND AND TO HELP THIS IMPORTANT CAUSE?
We are inviting people who are interested in joining PtP(Protecting the Protectors) to connect with us.
There is a need for people who are trained as street medics or have other medic training and experience, including first aid, CPR, wilderness first aid.
We are also seeking people who are trained as peer counselors, alcohol and drug counselors, social workers and counselors, especially those with experience working with trauma issues.
We offer orientation and training specific to being part of a medic team in a water protector camp.
One thing we are looking for is for those coming in to understand that this is an indigenous led movement, both the larger water protector movement and the PtP medics. we are interested in critical analysis of settler colonialism, benefits of decolonization, and visioning indigenous liberation as completely integral to our mission. decolonizing medic care, along with our primary goal of keepin em breathin is central to who we are and how we operate.
We focus on safety and illness prevention, as well as treating illnesses, injuries, and doing decontamination from tear gas, pepper spray etc. understand that you will be supporting those participating in Non Violent Direct Action. in addition to specific medic duties, tasks such as hauling water, hauling wood, cooking, washing dishes, chopping wood are part of the life of a cam
Conditions at water protector camps are hearty. it is a camp setting. we are looking for people with the general level of health and stamina to thrive in a traditional structure with a wood stove, with necessity for spending some portion of the day outside. depending on the season, the weather may be hot, windy, cold, or rainy, in addition to wonderful pleasant weather days. accommodations vary from camp to camp. people should be prepared to equip themselves for the weather, keeping in mind that they probably already have or can easily acquire at thrift stores the clothing items they'll need. we'll provide first aid equipment, as well as coordinating with team members to help them assemble their aid bag before coming into the field.
Food is provided by the camp -- the food that is provided is generally non-vegetarian.
What you will need in order to join us:
Like era of care, PtP offers support and orientation tailored to the interests abilities and needs of team members. we are the first point of contact, and together we can determine placement based on fit, and the needs of the camps at the time.
tours can be of variable length. a minimum length of 2 weeks is suggested, in order to arrive, get acclimated and trained, and have some time to serve.
We are inviting people who are interested in joining PtP(Protecting the Protectors) to connect with us.
There is a need for people who are trained as street medics or have other medic training and experience, including first aid, CPR, wilderness first aid.
We are also seeking people who are trained as peer counselors, alcohol and drug counselors, social workers and counselors, especially those with experience working with trauma issues.
We offer orientation and training specific to being part of a medic team in a water protector camp.
One thing we are looking for is for those coming in to understand that this is an indigenous led movement, both the larger water protector movement and the PtP medics. we are interested in critical analysis of settler colonialism, benefits of decolonization, and visioning indigenous liberation as completely integral to our mission. decolonizing medic care, along with our primary goal of keepin em breathin is central to who we are and how we operate.
We focus on safety and illness prevention, as well as treating illnesses, injuries, and doing decontamination from tear gas, pepper spray etc. understand that you will be supporting those participating in Non Violent Direct Action. in addition to specific medic duties, tasks such as hauling water, hauling wood, cooking, washing dishes, chopping wood are part of the life of a cam
Conditions at water protector camps are hearty. it is a camp setting. we are looking for people with the general level of health and stamina to thrive in a traditional structure with a wood stove, with necessity for spending some portion of the day outside. depending on the season, the weather may be hot, windy, cold, or rainy, in addition to wonderful pleasant weather days. accommodations vary from camp to camp. people should be prepared to equip themselves for the weather, keeping in mind that they probably already have or can easily acquire at thrift stores the clothing items they'll need. we'll provide first aid equipment, as well as coordinating with team members to help them assemble their aid bag before coming into the field.
Food is provided by the camp -- the food that is provided is generally non-vegetarian.
What you will need in order to join us:
- The ability to work independently and interdependently as part of a small team.
- The ability to respect and get along with others of varying ages, genders, and backgrounds. sexism and anti Indianism in particular will not be tolerated.
- The ability to respect and follow the rules of the camp where you are staying. this always includes a NO ALCOHOL policy.
Like era of care, PtP offers support and orientation tailored to the interests abilities and needs of team members. we are the first point of contact, and together we can determine placement based on fit, and the needs of the camps at the time.
tours can be of variable length. a minimum length of 2 weeks is suggested, in order to arrive, get acclimated and trained, and have some time to serve.
JOIN US IN A COLLECTIVE MOVEMENT TO CO-CREATE A MORE CARING WORLD
Era of Care works within the healers' community to provide gentle services to regions requesting care in times of crisis. We offer workshops, events, and services that are designed to respond directly to the needs of a community. Donate to Era of Care and you will be directly supporting the growth of a strong network of healers & helpers who can help others, maybe even you or someone you love!
Era of Care works within the healers' community to provide gentle services to regions requesting care in times of crisis. We offer workshops, events, and services that are designed to respond directly to the needs of a community. Donate to Era of Care and you will be directly supporting the growth of a strong network of healers & helpers who can help others, maybe even you or someone you love!
Crowd sourced, transparent and volunteer driven, Era of Care is part of EoMega,a fiscally sponsored 501c3 non-profit community care and education organization. All donations are tax-deductible.
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