4. Peaceful Protest and First Amendment
The National Center for Civic Empowerment, Inc. supports lawful, nonpartisan civic engagement and the constitutional right to peaceful protest. This policy outlines standards to ensure compliance with applicable laws, public safety, and professional conduct by individuals affiliated with National Center for Civic Empowerment, Inc.

National Center for Civic Empowerment, Inc. acknowledges the First Amendment rights to free speech, peaceful assembly, and petition. These rights must be exercised lawfully and without violence, intimidation, harassment, or damage to property.

5. Legal Compliance
All National Center for Civic Empowerment, Inc. -affiliated activities must comply with federal, state, and local laws. Participants are required to follow lawful directives from public safety officials, obtain required permits, respect property, and avoid conduct that poses risks to public safety. Unlawful activity is not authorized or endorsed by National Center for Civic Empowerment, Inc.

6. Volunteer Training and Conduct
National Center for Civic Empowerment, Inc. volunteers who may be present at peaceful protests receive marshal training from an independent national nonprofit organization whose mission and values align with National Center for Civic Empowerment, Inc. Volunteers serve in a non-enforcement, safety-oriented role focused on de-escalation and lawful conduct. Volunteers must act professionally, remain neutral, refrain from partisan advocacy, and disengage from situations beyond the scope of their training.

Disclaimer
National Center for Civic Empowerment, Inc. does not organize or direct protests unless explicitly stated in writing. The presence of National Center for Civic Empowerment, Inc. representatives does not constitute endorsement of any message or participant. Participation in protests is at an individual’s own risk, and National Center for Civic Empowerment, Inc. assumes no liability for the actions of third parties.