# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Rochester, NY Defending Compassion Summit
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sun, 02 Aug, 2026 at 02:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Learn to fight human & animal oppression at this free summit! Topics include nonviolent action, legal rights, rescue tactics, and empathy.About this EventProven strategies to fight human and animal oppression!The Summit will run on Saturday August 1 in Rochester, NY, 9am-5pm (at First Unitarian Church of Rochester, 220 S Winton Rd, Rochester, NY).Nonviolent Direct Action Panel: Learn the principles of peaceful resistance from seasoned activists.Know Your Rights: Master the essential legal knowledge you need to advocate safely and confidently.Right to Rescue: Learn why we save animals from distress, abuse, or neglect and how that can apply to other movements.Hassle Line: Participate in hands-on, practical scenarios to navigate high-stakes confrontations.Empathy Challenge: Engage in reflective exercises designed to deepen connection and drive collective action.This summit is a free ticketed event. Lunch, coffee, and snacks will be provided (all vegan, please message Rochester Animal Defenders if you have food allergies).On Sunday August 2, we'll hold an Open Rescue Simulation (at 10am) and Protest (11am-2pm) in North Rose, NY outside the gates of the massive beagle breeder Marshall BioResources.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rochester/rochester-ny-defending-compassion-summit/100001994240956384
- **Event Categories**: business, contests
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0
- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Duration: 5 hours
  - Location: First Unitarian Church of Rochester
  - Languages: English

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Rochester
- **state**: NY
- **country**: United States
- **location**: First Unitarian Church of Rochester
- **lat**: 43.1409992
- **long**: -77.55717609999999
- **full address**: First Unitarian Church of Rochester, 220 South Winton Road, Rochester, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Rochester, NY Defending Compassion Summit being held?
  - **A:** Rochester, NY Defending Compassion Summit takes place on Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sun, 02 Aug, 2026 at 02:00 pm at First Unitarian Church of Rochester, 220 South Winton Road, Rochester, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Rochester, NY Defending Compassion Summit?
  - **A:** Rochester, NY Defending Compassion Summit is organized by Rochester Animal Defenders.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Rochester, NY Defending Compassion Summit is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Rochester, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Rochester, NY Defending Compassion Summit sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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