Lentekabinet Code of conduct

We are committed to creating a welcoming and socially safer space that is free from intimidation, where everyone can express themselves freely.

All forms of intimidation and/or discrimination (in language, gestures, or actions), such as racism, sexism, queerphobia and/or ableism, are not allowed.

All forms of boundary-crossing behavior, such as unwanted comments and/or physical contact, (sexual and verbal) harassment, and (physical) violence, are not allowed.

We are together at the festival and therefore have a collective responsibility. That’s why we ask our visitors to take care of each other.

If you notice a violation of this code of conduct or if you feel unsafe, please immediately contact the festival staff, security, or a member of our social safety team.

There is a specific place at the festival where our social safety team is present if you are in need of a conversation. Here, it is possible to share your experience or make a report (if desired, anonymously) and/or receive support from the team. Our staff is happy to assist and/or guide you to and at this physical location.

It is possible to file a complaint or report an incident after the festival — this can be done via [email protected]. Please note that it may take a few working days for our (small) team to follow up on the message. We would like to point out that we can respond more quickly during the festival itself, thus having the opportunity to make the event immediately safer. Nevertheless, we understand and respect that making an immediate report is not always possible or desired.

When dealing with reported violations, our highest priority is to make you feel comfortable.

If someone behaves inappropriately, intimidatingly, violently, or harmfully (in behavior or language), we reserve the right to take action necessary to create a safer atmosphere again for our visitors and team. If someone violates our rules, we have the right to remove that person from the festival grounds without any form of refund. If someone breaks Dutch law, we might have to inform the police.

We reserve the right to deny people access to the festival if they jeopardize the safety and/or inclusivity of our other festival attendees.

All reported incidents are taken seriously: they are recorded and evaluated by Dekmantel, with the help of requested — and sometimes unsolicited — advice from IVY by Sexmatters’ (an independent advisory body). The anonymity of our visitors is ensured in this process.