We have received information indicating multiple public gatherings and protests scheduled for Saturday, September 25th through Saturday, October 2nd. Tentative info for the protest activity is listed below:
Scheduled Protests/Assemblies
Saturday, September 25th, 2021
- 12:00 pm at 800 N Michigan (Canada Goose). The group will gather for their cause “Protest Union Busting at Canada Goose.” *
- 1:00 pm at 835 N Michigan (Water Tower Place). The group will gather for their cause “Slutwalk 2021 – 10 Year Anniversary.”
Sunday, September 26th, 2021
- 9:45 am at 100 W Randolph (Thompson Center). The group will gather/march for their cause “Chelum Parade (Islamic Holiday).”
- 12:30 pm at 11 E Walton (YSL Retail). The group will gather for their cause “Protest YSL for Killing Animals and Silencing Activists.” *
Monday, September 27th, 2021
- 10:45 am at 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza). The group will gather for their cause “Reproductive Rights Press Conference & Rally.”
Friday, October 1st, 2021
- 6:30 pm at 800 N Michigan (Water Tower) to 700 N Rush (Thai Consulate) to 100 W Erie (Chinese Consulate), The group will gather/march for their cause “Resist the Tyrants & Free the Oppressed (DKLM).”
Saturday, October 2nd, 2021
- 10:00 am at 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza). The group will gather/march for their cause “Mobilize and Defend Our Reproductive Rights/Women’s March Chicago.”
Notes/Analysis
* = previous events by animal-rights organizer have had small turnout
** = location is tentative; at least two separate/aligned groups planning joint rallies
Also note: Individual bridge lifts for regular seasonal maintenance will be continuing over the next week throughout the Loop, primarily overnight
Safety Tips:
- If you see something suspicious, report it
- Carry water and stay hydrated
- Choose a landmark to meet at in case you are separated from your group
- Utilize the buddy system
- Remain alert and be observant of surroundings
- Leave any valuables at home
- Do not jump any barricades
- Secure handbags and wallets
- Stay calm and pleasant
- Follow your own instincts
- Leave yourself room to move quickly
- If you see an unattended bag, alert police as quickly as possible
Additional Resources:
- Demonstration Building Security Preparedness Checklist – Click Here
- BOMA/Chicago Best Practices Guide for Civil Unrest/Disturbances/Protests – Click Here
- NotifyChicago Notification System – Click Here
- City of Chicago Emergency Guidance for Evacuation and Shelter-In-Place – Click Here
As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, call 855-RPRT-2-S4 (855-777-8274).