Communiqué 1 – The Smart Casual Anarchist Federation
SCAF | 19.07.2013 20:55 | Free Spaces | Social Struggles
We did not hide, we were proud, we attracted peoples attention with high visibility vests and before the schools released their pupils onto the path, we took action.
We cut back the trees and undergrowth around the street lights in the area around Clay Bottom so more light would reach the path during the night. So the cowards who choose to move in the shadows would no longer be able to hide there. To go some way to help members of our community see clearly in the dark and no longer be intimidated or feel afraid to be out at night in this area.
Before Cutting 1
Before Cutting 2
After Cutting
cycle path, we do not wait for the police to start their own patrols. We do not shy away from the fact that this is an issue that people need to be aware of. We do not wait until we have seen the stats, or until the attacks get worse. We act autonomously and we act for the benefit of our community. We do not need the state to act on our behalf, where we can, and should do it ourselves.
We will not take another route home. It is our path and we will use it. We will not be scared off. We will use it in greater numbers than ever before.
We are but a small group; we can only do so much. We hope our actions will inspire others to take their own autonomous action within their community to take a step towards the world we want to see.
In solidarity with all genuine users of the cycle path, in solidarity with all victims of attack and abuse.
For a world without fear of abuse or assault,
For a world of strength and solidarity,
For A Smart Casual Anarchist Federation.
SCAF – (Topiary Cell)
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Original article on IMC Bristol:
http://bristol.indymedia.org/article/765851
