NO KINGS MARCH
SAT. 3/28
in Oakland

Faith-based singing resistance in the East Bay is a vibrant movement combining social justice activism, community care, and spiritual music to oppose injustice, particularly targeting immigration enforcement (ICE) and fostering community solidarity. Key organizations and activities include:

Singing Resistance Movement: An organized movement of non-violent, public singing protests designed to offer an "antidote to fear" and serve as a rebuke to federal actions.
East Bay/Bay Area Activism: Public witness, including singing and providing chaplaincy services, occurs regularly at the Concord immigration court and San Francisco immigration offices.
Faith in Action East Bay: A multi-faith coalition that engages in direct action, such as training congregations on sanctuary practices and organizing support for immigrant families.
The Thrive Choir: Based in Oakland, this choir creates "harmonies of liberation" and sings in support of movements for social change.
Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir: Focuses on using Black Gospel and Spiritual Music traditions to inspire joy and unity as a demonstration of community.
Community Singing Events: Organizations like East Bay SongFest and "Sing Your Soul Free" offer community singing sessions that focus on healing and connection.
Church Involvement: Groups like the East Bay Church of Religious Science and various Episcopal churches in the area facilitate these efforts.

NO KINGS MARCH 3/28