Each of us can contribute to creating a more pleasant and friendly Blockfest. We actively encourage festival-goers to foster an atmosphere where everyone’s safety and well-being are prioritized. As the festival organizers, we want to emphasize that we all have a responsibility to act for the safety of the event by taking accountability for our own behavior and supporting the well-being of others. Let’s aim to create an environment where everyone feels good. The safety and well-being of each other is priority number one! Let’s take care of ourselves, other festival-goers, and the staff!
A SAFER BLOCKFEST FOR EVERYONE
RESPECT OTHERS
Respect and value others’ personal physical and mental boundaries. Always remember mutual consent. Everyone has the right to attend the festival knowing they won’t be touched without permission or harassed verbally. Always ask before touching. You can’t know someone’s boundaries without asking. If someone gives you feedback that your behavior is making them uncomfortable, listen and adjust your actions. Intervene when you witness harassment and offer help or support to the person affected.
There’s no excuse for bad behavior—not even intoxication. Let’s take care of one another.
AVOID MAKING ASSUMPTIONS
We often make assumptions about others. Be aware of this and avoid making assumptions about anyone’s nationality, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, gender, socioeconomic background, values, health, or abilities. Nobody should have to justify who they are or their right to exist. Set aside your prejudices and respect others as individuals.
TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOUR BEHAVIOR
Don’t bully, belittle, or embarrass anyone with your words or actions. Take responsibility for what you do. Kindness is cool. Spread the love.
IF YOU EXPERIENCE OR WITNESS HARASSMENT
If you experience or witness harassment or inappropriate behavior, seek out the nearest security guard or Miten menee support staff and report the situation. You can recognize the Miten menee team by their light blue safety vests.
Don’t be a bystander—intervene when you see inappropriate behavior and offer your help or support to the person affected. Let them know that the roaming Miten menee support staff are available to provide someone to talk to and that they can also be found in the HAPPEE area.
If you experience harassment or any other inappropriate treatment, or if you’re unsure whether something counts as harassment, you can always contact Blockfest’s harassment liaison by calling or messaging via WhatsApp at +358 505591285.
PHYSICAL VIOLENCE
C’mon! Absolutely not! Blockfest has zero tolerance for any form of violence. Challenge your emotional skills and channel any negative feelings from conflicts into something constructive—like a rap battle.
IN CONCLUSION
Mistakes happen to everyone. If you’ve hurt someone, intentionally or unintentionally, apologize. It’ll ultimately make everyone feel better ❤️