___You know what a public demonstration is.
___You know the goals of a public demonstration, including:
- Advocacy
- Support
- Protest
- Counter-demonstration
- Public relations
- Action
___You know which goal(s) you would like your demonstration to accomplish.
___You know the different forms a demonstration can take:
- Marches/parades
- Rallies
- Picketing
- Sit-ins
- Vigils
- Street theater
___You know which form you would like your demonstration to take.
___You know why you might organize a demonstration:
- Other methods have failed
- Timing
- Public impact
- To energize your constituency
- To draw attention
___You have decided when to have your demonstration.
The four bases of putting together a public demonstration have been covered:
___Planning, planning, planning
___Lead time
___Communication
___Follow-up
Planning, planning, planning -- you have:
___Decided what you want to accomplish
___Decided on specifics you would like to see happen at the demonstration
___Decided who you are trying to reach
___Planned your program
___Chosen a place for the demonstration
___Decided on a specific date and time
___Figured out how to get people to attend
___Worked out the logistics
___Been proactive in your efforts to confront possible problems
Lead time -- you have:
___Allowed yourself plenty of time to reach your demonstration goals
___Found a large space in advance
___Booked guests far in advance
Communication -- you have:
___Designed an effective communication system
___Developed a plan for publicizing the demonstration
___Orchestrated media coverage
___Ensured good communication before, after, and during the demonstration
Follow-up -- you have followed up, both immediately following the demonstration and on the long-term by:
___Contacting your intended audience
___Keeping up with your constituents
___Publicizing your success
___Attempting to attain media coverage
___Organizing other events with the same focus
___Institutionalizing the demonstration