Elf Door at Lake Harriet- courtesy of Chris Gregerson
Schedule for SlutWalk Minneapolis 2012 to be announced...
General Q and A
Q: What do I wear? Can I dress however I want?
A: Absolutely! People in our sister Cities have worn everything from fancy dress to jeans and a t shirt to glam wear to fishnets and corsets. Wear whatever you're comfortable wearing but keep in mind the Minneapolis statute for public decency. The following is a link to the statute 385.160 which addresses public indecency:
http://library.municode.com/HTML/11490/level3/COOR_TIT15OFIS_CH385INGE.html#COOR_TIT15OFIS_CH385INGE_385.160INCOweeblylink_new_window
Q: Why do you want me to register? Is there a fee to Walk?
A: We request that you register ahead of time to give us an accurate count for planning, safety, and budgetary reasons. There is no fee to participate in the SlutWalk Minneapolis event.
Q: Can I make signs? Banners? Chant? Sing?
A: Oh, heck, yeah! We will have some opportunities to get together and make signs, so you have the opportunity to meet fellow Walkers and share in the creativity! Make up a chant, sing a song, cheer....Keep in mind that this is a POSITIVE Walk. Hateful, negative language is not allowed, and will ruin the message we are sending out.
Q: Is this event family friendly?
A: Oh, please, bring your family! We want all ages at this Walk. Passing on the messages of no victim blaming and 'don't rape' to our future generations are a large part of what this Walk is all about.
Q: Is this event handicapped friendly?
A: Yes, it is. We planned the Walk with those who are in wheelchairs or otherwise unable to walk long distances in mind. There is ramp access to the Hennepin Avenue Bridge, and plenty of spots to stop and rest. Our opening and closing ceremonies will have ASL interpreters as well. If you would like special accommodations at any of our fundraisers or events prior to the Walk, please email us. We will try and make that happen!
Q: Can I bring my dog to the Walk?
A: Yes, as long as your dog is leashed at all times. We expect that your dog is well behaved, socialized, and that you will bring the necessary baggies for any doggie clean up. :)
Q: Where do I park?
A: The Walk will start in Hennepin Island Park. There is a parking ramp behind St. Anthony Main, and also a parking lot. There are also parking meters along the streets.
Q: Can I take the bus?
Yes! The buses will be running prior to the event, and will run after the event, allowing time for after Walk celebrations! The following buses will take you near the Hennepin Island Park: Buses 4D, 4F and 6U. Please refer to the Metro Transit website to plan accordingly for going to and returning from the Event. Here's the link: http://metrotransit.org/bus.aspxweeblylink_new_window.
Q: I want to volunteer for the SlutWalk! Where can I sign up?
A: Thank you for wanting to help out! Please check our 'wish list' page to see where we need help, and email our volunteer coordinator at slutwalkminneapolis+volunteers@gmail.com.
Q: I want to donate supplies to the SlutWalk, how can I do that?
A: Thank you! The SlutWalk is run entirely by donations and fundraising. Any donations are welcome and we are so appreciative of them. Please check our 'wish list' page, and see if you can help out. Don't hesitate to email us if you have something you think we need.
Q: I want to be an Ally and promote the SlutWalk, how can I do that?
A: Fantastic! Please check out our 'allies' page for more information on how to do that. And thank you!
Q: I want to sell merchandise for the SlutWalk, how can I do that?
A: That is great! Please check out our 'merchandise information' page for more information on how to do that. We look forward to working with you.
Q: I want to list my community organization as a resource on your website, how can I do that?
A: We want you there! Please email us, and we will communicate with you and put you on our page. Hopefully, you'll want to ally with us as well.
Q: I have questions that I don't see on this page, now what?
A: By all means, email us! We want to answer any questions you might have. Be sure to read our Mission statement, check our blog out, and the Facebook page as well. The answers you seek might be there, as well as on this website. If you don't see it, then please let us know. We look forward to hearing from you.
A: Absolutely! People in our sister Cities have worn everything from fancy dress to jeans and a t shirt to glam wear to fishnets and corsets. Wear whatever you're comfortable wearing but keep in mind the Minneapolis statute for public decency. The following is a link to the statute 385.160 which addresses public indecency:
http://library.municode.com/HTML/11490/level3/COOR_TIT15OFIS_CH385INGE.html#COOR_TIT15OFIS_CH385INGE_385.160INCOweeblylink_new_window
Q: Why do you want me to register? Is there a fee to Walk?
A: We request that you register ahead of time to give us an accurate count for planning, safety, and budgetary reasons. There is no fee to participate in the SlutWalk Minneapolis event.
Q: Can I make signs? Banners? Chant? Sing?
A: Oh, heck, yeah! We will have some opportunities to get together and make signs, so you have the opportunity to meet fellow Walkers and share in the creativity! Make up a chant, sing a song, cheer....Keep in mind that this is a POSITIVE Walk. Hateful, negative language is not allowed, and will ruin the message we are sending out.
Q: Is this event family friendly?
A: Oh, please, bring your family! We want all ages at this Walk. Passing on the messages of no victim blaming and 'don't rape' to our future generations are a large part of what this Walk is all about.
Q: Is this event handicapped friendly?
A: Yes, it is. We planned the Walk with those who are in wheelchairs or otherwise unable to walk long distances in mind. There is ramp access to the Hennepin Avenue Bridge, and plenty of spots to stop and rest. Our opening and closing ceremonies will have ASL interpreters as well. If you would like special accommodations at any of our fundraisers or events prior to the Walk, please email us. We will try and make that happen!
Q: Can I bring my dog to the Walk?
A: Yes, as long as your dog is leashed at all times. We expect that your dog is well behaved, socialized, and that you will bring the necessary baggies for any doggie clean up. :)
Q: Where do I park?
A: The Walk will start in Hennepin Island Park. There is a parking ramp behind St. Anthony Main, and also a parking lot. There are also parking meters along the streets.
Q: Can I take the bus?
Yes! The buses will be running prior to the event, and will run after the event, allowing time for after Walk celebrations! The following buses will take you near the Hennepin Island Park: Buses 4D, 4F and 6U. Please refer to the Metro Transit website to plan accordingly for going to and returning from the Event. Here's the link: http://metrotransit.org/bus.aspxweeblylink_new_window.
Q: I want to volunteer for the SlutWalk! Where can I sign up?
A: Thank you for wanting to help out! Please check our 'wish list' page to see where we need help, and email our volunteer coordinator at slutwalkminneapolis+volunteers@gmail.com.
Q: I want to donate supplies to the SlutWalk, how can I do that?
A: Thank you! The SlutWalk is run entirely by donations and fundraising. Any donations are welcome and we are so appreciative of them. Please check our 'wish list' page, and see if you can help out. Don't hesitate to email us if you have something you think we need.
Q: I want to be an Ally and promote the SlutWalk, how can I do that?
A: Fantastic! Please check out our 'allies' page for more information on how to do that. And thank you!
Q: I want to sell merchandise for the SlutWalk, how can I do that?
A: That is great! Please check out our 'merchandise information' page for more information on how to do that. We look forward to working with you.
Q: I want to list my community organization as a resource on your website, how can I do that?
A: We want you there! Please email us, and we will communicate with you and put you on our page. Hopefully, you'll want to ally with us as well.
Q: I have questions that I don't see on this page, now what?
A: By all means, email us! We want to answer any questions you might have. Be sure to read our Mission statement, check our blog out, and the Facebook page as well. The answers you seek might be there, as well as on this website. If you don't see it, then please let us know. We look forward to hearing from you.
