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Thursday, June 16, 12noon, Trinity Episcopal Church, 125 E. Broad St.
Location Update
Due to safety concerns about high temperatures in the Columbus area, the rally location has moved from the Statehouse West Plaza to Trinity Episcopal Church, just minutes away from the Statehouse.
Join us at the Ohio Statehouse [this event has since been moved to Trinity Episcopal Church] on June 16 for a peaceful rally to stop House Bill 616 and to protect honest education, identity, culture, and humanity in the classroom.
Hear from Ohioans across the state who believe that every student deserves an honest, high-quality education grounded in truth, facts, and diverse perspectives. Learn how you can stop House Bill 616 and other educational gag orders in our Statehouse.
Speakers and Performers Include:
• Students
• Educators
• Parents
• Organizations
• Faith Leaders
• Meet Community Leaders and Education Advocates
Join an Education-Focused Organization
Learn about House Bills 616, 327, and 322: Ohio’s three educational gag orders
What to Bring
Hand-Held Signs: Ideas for signs include “Stop 616,” “Protect Honesty in Education,” “I am Not a Divisive Concept,” “We Say Honesty,” “We Say Race,” “We Say Gay,” amplify an honest history event or social justice leader. Note: Signs with stakes or large sticks are prohibited.
Books: Bring an “honest education” book focusing on antiracism, DEI [Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion], history, significant social/racial justice leader
Cell Phone / Camera: Ensure that your cell phone or camera is fully charged; bring a back-up charger, if able.
What to Wear
Pro-Honest Education Shirt: Ideas for shirts include “Honesty for Ohio Education,” “Stop 616” “Protect Honesty in Education,” “I am Not a Divisive Concept,” “We Say Honesty” “We Say Race” “We Say Gay,” “honest history” event, racial or social justice leader, favorite banned book, school spirit wear, favorite advocacy organization
Know Your Rights as a Demonstrator and Protestor, ACLU Ohio
Hosted by Honesty for Ohio Education.
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