Safer space principles
Shadow Room ry wants to offer a safer space at its events for staff, performers and participants alike. Safety is understood as a physical, psychological and mental experience, supported by shared principles as well as by the design of the space and the curation of the programme.
Darkness as part of safety
Darkness and dimness are deliberate choices that reduce overstimulation, the pressure to perform and social strain. Dim light allows a calmer presence, focus and withdrawal, without a constant demand to be visible.
Equality and respect
All participants are treated equally regardless of background, identity, expression, socio-economic situation or functional ability. Discrimination, harassment, threats or violence are not acceptable in any form. Pushiness or dismissing the experiences of others does not build a sustainable future.
The right to take part in your own way
Taking part, joining in conversation or being socially active are not obligations or measures of status. In the space you are also free to be silent, to withdraw, to observe or to leave.
Respect for unfinished work
Shadow Room's activities support experimentation, emerging makers and the exploration of painful subjects. As a starting point, the aim is not to rank or judge works, work or thinking.
Respecting boundaries
The physical, psychological and mental boundaries of participants are respected. Touch and interaction are based on free will and consent - as is pointing out other people or bringing them into the spotlight.
Shared responsibility
A safer space is built and maintained together.
Responsibility and intervention
Any harassment, discrimination or feeling of being unsafe is addressed first and foremost through conversation. Shadow Room takes responsibility for handling such situations and for any necessary measures.