Awareness and Code of Conduct

Awareness

euro-scene Leipzig aims to be as open and respectful a space as possible for everyone. The festival team is actively addressing the issue of awareness, undertaking further training on the subject and developing appropriate initiatives. If you have any questions, concerns or find yourself in a situation where you need support, please do not hesitate to contact us at any time.

Contact: Katharina Döbelt

Code of Conduct

Here at euro-scene Leipzig, we are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful and safe environment for all participants, artists, staff and visitors. We therefore expect everyone to adhere to the following rules of conduct:

1. Respectful behaviour:
We expect all festival participants to treat one another with respect, regardless of gender, sexual identity, ethnicity, religion, age, background, etc. Any behaviour that jeopardises the well-being of others is unacceptable.

2. Compliance with the law:
All participants are required to respect and comply with applicable laws.

3. Non-violence: Any form of physical or psychological violence, including verbal abuse, discrimination, threats and sexual harassment, will not be tolerated. We support non-violent dialogue and solutions.

4. Consensual interactions: All contact, whether physical, verbal or otherwise, should be based on mutual consent. Privacy and personal boundaries must be respected.

5. Content: We do not tolerate racist, Islamophobic, anti-Semitic or other inhuman content in the guest performances, artistic projects and other formats of the festival.

6. Inclusion of all voices: We promote a diversity of opinions and experiences. All participants are invited to get actively involved and to share their 6. Inclusion of all voices: We promote a diversity of opinions and experiences. All participants are invited to get actively involved and make their voices heard.

7. Political campaigning: Whilst we respect the right to freedom of expression, it is important to us that the festival itself is not a forum for political campaigning. Any attempts to use the festival as a platform for promoting specific political aims are inappropriate. We therefore do not support any actions aimed at excluding, stigmatising, censoring or boycotting a particular person or community.

8. Sensitivity: We recognise that current armed conflicts, in particular, are a sensitive and complex issue that gives rise to diverse views and experiences. We expect everyone to behave respectfully in this regard and to accept the diversity of viewpoints.

9. Sustainability: We are committed to acting responsibly with regard to resources, including the festival venue and equipment. It is important that the festival remains a space that promotes freedom of expression and open dialogue, whilst ensuring a respectful and inclusive environment for all participants. For we believe in dialogue and cooperation as ways of fostering understanding and peace. Our event aims to be a diverse cultural celebration of human connection, art, dance and theatre.

Leipzig, 9 July 2026