Fastaval is a big place with a lot of people for almost a week. Our participants come from all over the world across age, education, gender, and sexualities. Some people come here to play a lot of roleplaying games, others prefer Magic the Gathering and some are just here to hang out with old and new friends. But whoever you are and no matter why you are here, it is important that you feel safe – both as a participant and as an organizer.
On this page, you can read about how the Fastaval organization keeps you safe and how we handle conflicts and individuals who exhibit problematic behavior. This page tells you who to contact if you have a concern or an issue you want us to know about. And who can help you before, during, and after Fastaval.
NB! Fastaval's main organizers act on the principle that we only get involved if you contact us directly; by writing us an email, via the Safety Hosts, or if you contact a member of the main organizer group personally. We do not enter conflicts or ban individuals based on rumors or information given to us on social media. Therefore it is very important that you contact us directly if you feel unsafe at Fastaval.
No issue is too big or too small. We want to talk to you and we want to know how we create a safe Fastaval for everyone.
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You are always welcome to get in touch with Fastaval’s main organizers. This is of course also the case if you have a conflict or an issue with a specific individual or group.
If this is the case please write us at safe@fastaval.dk. When we receive your mail we will right away enter into a dialogue with you about what is going to happen next. Often the main organizers will want to keep in touch a couple of times to know if there is any further information about the conflict. It may happen that you have friends or know of someone who has a similar issue with the same person or who can support your side of the story. In that case, we will contact them and hope they will be willing to share that information with us. When we have all the details in place we will discuss what to do at our next official meeting.
When the main organizers have come to a decision, Louise Skriver Lægteskov and Ole Sørensen will send back our reply.
We cannot promise that we will handle your issue or try to resolve the conflict in precisely the way you want us to. But we promise to always listen openminded and to treat your feelings with respect. We strive to create a welcoming space and accommodate your emotional needs at Fastaval.
Confidentiality
Fastaval's main organizers consists of volunteers and does not adhere to any legal form of confidentiality. But we do have the moral principle that every inquiry is treaded confidentiality and that information about personal issues or conflicts is never disclosed outside the main organizer group.
NB: In cases of very serious offenses and behavior that put other people in physical danger, we will have to involve the Danish authorities
Fastaval's main organizers take every inquiry seriously. But it is important that you contact us directly on behalf of yourself or a friend. If you are in doubt whether to write us or not – then do it. Nothing is too small. We also know that in personal matters, it can take time before you find the energy to talk about bad experiences or feelings of unsafety. This is totally okay – the only thing that matters is that you get in touch.
Please contact us here safe@fastaval.dk. The email is accessible only to the organizers Louise Skriver Lægteskov and Ole Sørensen. They will receive your email and pass the content on to the rest of the main organizer group. Once we have your email we will enter into a dialogue with you about what’s going to happen next. Every inquiry is treated the same but all decisions are made based on each individual case.
Have you experienced something that made you uncomfortable during Fastaval or do you feel sad and alone? Do you have anxieties or feel emotionally overwhelmed and need someone to listen – please contact The Safety Hosts.
The Safety Hosts is an independent organizer group that is always ready with some comfort, a talk, and a cup of coffee during Fastaval. For anyone who might need it. Fastaval is a big place with a lot of people and The Safety Hosts creates a space where you can talk about everything – big and small, whatever you need. They never judge you, but they instead listen to your worries and create a secure mental space. During Fastaval The Safety Hosts keeps in touch with the main organizers, but they never disclose anything about your talks without your consent.
The Safety Hosts are only active during Fastaval. If you already know by now that you have an issue we need to know about, please write the main organizers at safe@fastaval.dk
You can always reach The Safety Hosts on the phone number +45 61 40 92 64 during Fastaval, or by reaching out to a Fastaval organizer near you. There will also be posters around the premises with our contact information.
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Confidentiality
The Safety Hosts at Fastaval consists of volunteers and does not adhere to any legal form of confidentiality. But we do have the moral principle that every inquiry is treaded confidentiality and that information about personal issues or conflicts is never discussed outside The Safety Hosts without your consent.
NB: In cases of very serious offenses and behavior that puts other people in physical danger, The Safety Hosts have to involve Fastaval's main organizers.