Instructions

The World Congress is a place where we collectively reflect on rules as self-determined and reasonable people. Prohibition signs and barrier tape become unnecessary when we all act responsibly.

That said, there are a few important guidelines:

  • Please be kind to nature and our neighbours and camp only on the designated camping meadow, not outside the congress area. Cars are not allowed on site. Campervans are only permitted with a pre-booked campervan fee.
  • We are surrounded by forests. Open fires are only allowed at the designated fire pits. Please refrain from all other fire sources (candles, grills, etc.). Fire extinguishers are distributed throughout the site.
  • Cigarette butts are a nuisance and a fire hazard. Please use the ashtrays and pocket ashtrays provided (available free of charge at the info point). Be considerate of non-smokers in indoor talk spaces, and please do not enter the forest with a lit cigarette.
  • Please take your trash, glass bottles and deposit containers with you when leaving the site.
  • Please use biodegradable soap in the showers.
  • Please respect the quiet zones and the privacy of our hosts.
  • Nudism – yes. Nationalism – no.
  • Remember that the congress can be stressful for dogs, there will be many children around, and some people are afraid of free-running dogs. Please keep an eye on your dogs or keep them on a leash.
  • The congress is a free space for unfolding and exchange. To keep it that way, photo and video recordings on the site are not encouraged. There will be designated congress photographers who will document the event sensitively and will not photograph anyone without consent.
  • The congress aims to create a space where everyone can feel comfortable and safe. Sexist, racist, homophobic or otherwise discriminatory behaviour that makes people feel attacked or excluded has no place here. Creating such a space is a shared responsibility: look out for one another, intervene when necessary, and seek support. The Sternchen Team can be contacted in cases of boundary violations or discrimination and can always be reached by radio (for example via the kitchen, the quiet space (Auszeit), the info punk, or the bar).

 Accessibility

We aim to make the congress as accessible as possible. At the same time, we are aware that due to the terrain and our limited resources we cannot remove all barriers. The congress is a participatory event, and this also applies to reducing existing barriers. We assume that everyone will help where they can to make the event more accessible.

Some notes on barriers and measures:

As an outdoor event with camping between forest, beach and hills, the congress involves certain physical challenges. Some areas are easier to reach or more wheelchair-accessible than others. 

There are accessible toilets with sinks, secured with a combination lock. The code is available at the info punk.

Whisper interpretation can be arranged upon request.

We will try to install handholds or support grips in areas that are harder to navigate. However, not all places will be reachable without steps.

There will be chairs and benches available for those who cannot easily sit on the ground.

There will be at least one quieter retreat space and contact persons available if someone is not feeling well and would like support.

Bringing a support person free of charge is possible, and people with physical disabilities may arrive by car without paying the campervan fee.

We have wonderful people on site who help out in solidarity and pay attention to people’s needs. Talk to others or contact the decentral team and we will help connect you with support.

Please write or speak to us—by email or on site—so we can work together to make sure you have a good and enjoyable time.

 

Congress Kitchen

The congress kitchen will once again follow the tried and tested concept. The kitchen sees itself as a participatory project and warmly invites everyone to join in collective dishwashing and chopping sessions.