Awareness Concept

Why is Awareness needed?

At the climate camp, people from various backgrounds come together to have fun, participate productively in workshops, enjoy good food, network, and exchange ideas.
While some participants are engaged in a productive workshop, others may feel excluded or face verbal and structural violence. Discrimination can manifest in both direct interpersonal interactions and structural inequalities. Not all forms of discrimination are conscious or intentional; however, power structures and old patterns can unconsciously contribute to them. Even in a space that aims to be free of discrimination, these dynamics can be present.
Awareness should be understood as a response and a step towards collective responsibility. It is important to recognize that no space is completely free of discrimination, but through joint efforts, improvement for everyone can be achieved.
Any form of discrimination, boundary-crossing behavior, and violence will not be tolerated at the climate camp. Together, we strive to create a community based on solidarity and respect!

What does Awareness look like at the Climate Camp?

Talk to us if you:

• Experience or observe boundary-crossing incidents or discriminatory behavior.
• Need support in dealing with barriers.
• Do not feel comfortable or need to talk.
• Want more information about our awareness concept, etc.

 

Where can you find us?

• The awareness team can be recognized by their purple vests. We are there for you daily from 10am to 10pm at the camp.
• If you cannot find us, you can go to the info tent and be directed or accompanied to the care tent.
• Available at all times via the awareness phone: 0043/677/62489147

 

Care Tent

• Located away from the camp hustle and bustle, it is a safe retreat for those affected or anyone not feeling well.
• Equipped with seating and lying areas, food, drinks, blankets, and support from the awareness team.
• Here, we will work together to find solutions and support you without requiring you to justify, prove, or explain anything.

If a person exhibits discriminatory or boundary-crossing behavior, we will have a conversation with them. If the behavior continues, we reserve the right to exclude the person from the camp.
For anonymous criticism, suggestions for improvement, and general feedback, there will be a mailbox at the info tent.
What can you do?

• Respect individual boundaries and be polite and respectful to others (only yes means yes, and no always means no).
• Use gender-neutral language, ensure correct pronouns are used, and avoid gender stereotypes.
• Avoid taking up too much space and refrain from dominant speaking behaviors.
• Do not photograph or film others without their consent.
• Do not use symbols of cultural appropriation (e.g., bindis, feather headdresses, locks, etc.).
• Do not bring national flags or right-wing symbols/slogans to the camp.
• Avoid any form of racism, sexism, ableism, queerphobia, and other discrimination, even in a humorous context.
• Smoke only in designated smoking areas.
• Consume intoxicants only in responsible and controllable amounts.
• Do not walk around shirtless at the camp.