Dear participants,
We are just a few days away from the big event. Saturday's action will be the first ever human chain around the Houses of Parliament.
I will be appearing on several shows and interviews to get the word out, but equally as important if not more is your ability as participants to bring company. I know of at least one person traveling from abroad with three family members. I think this is a good goal for each of us--aim to bring three other people with you.
There is no requirement to sign up, so people can simply show up on the day, though signing up is recommended to stay informed and know what to expect (https://dontextraditeassange.com/human-chain/).
We have received great new videos from Oliver Stone and Lowkey encouraging people to join us. Please share far and wide on all your social media platforms.
Fingers crossed the weather forecast will hold for Saturday: a gentle breeze, sunny intervals and 17°C. Not bad for October in London! Keep an eye on the weather and remember to dress with the windchill factor in mind, especially as many of you may be located on a bridge or facing directly onto the Thames.
There will be stewards to direct you on the day. They will be wearing high-visibility vests.
Transport: Some of you may be affected by the rail strike. If you are travelling by train to central London do check the rail network's updates and please plan alternative means of transport if necessary. Plan to arrive with plenty of time to spare.
Post pictures on the day on social media and use the hashtag #SurroundParliament. Bring chalk to write messages on the ground as there may be some waiting around. Bring yellow ribbons as these are the symbol for political prisoners. You can write on them with markers and tie them or use them to extend the chain if needed.
If you are a student in London and want to get the word out on your campus, get in touch as we might be able to supply flyers and posters.
Speak to your neighbour on the day! This is an opportunity to connect with people in the real world who are passionate about justice and fairness, who are willing to leave their keyboard and take part in a solidarity action and who aren't afraid of expressing their opinion.
After we have formed the human chain, stand by at the end for instructions about gathering in Parliament square.
Finally, a happy birthday to WikiLeaks, which was registered on this day sixteen years ago. A useful resource was published for WikiLeaks' 10 year anniversary: https://wikileaks.org/10years
I will try to send you another letter before Saturday. I look forward to seeing all of you there.
Courage
Stella Assange