13.08. - 25.08. Karlsruhe

Your questions about the camp

Below we answer many questions about the camp. If you still have questions, please also remember that we are self-organised and not service providers ;O).

Please come up with your own solutions at the camp as well. Our camp is a space to become effective yourself, from the small to the large.

Registration

Do I need to register?

Yes, this year there’s a free camp registration form. You’ll find it on the homepage. Registration is part of ourHaufenconcept and enables us to run the camp in a more collective way.

For local residents, anyone interested and those who are simply curious, there are guided tours of the camp; you’ll find details in the program.

What are the costs for me?

There are no fixed costs for participants. However, as the camp still incurs costs, we are dependent on donations. Our recommendation would be [10 €] per day, but you are welcome to give more or less or nothing at all, as you are able. Additional costs arise in the Kitchen, which operates separately from the camp organisation. We also recommend a donation of 0-10 € per day. You are welcome to leave donations in cash at the Info-Point, Kitchen tent or at other organisations represented.

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How can I donate something to you?

You are welcome to leave donations in cash at the Info-Point, Kitchen tent or at other organisations represented.

Now that you’re here: why not go ahead and donate the amount you had in mind? Online donations really do make a huge difference to us 🫶 Here’s how!

Is the camp run by an organisation?

No, the camp is organised autonomously by many volunteers. Many of us are also organised in other collectives and are supported by them, but none of them act as organisers.

How can I already get involved?

The SCC is organised by everyone together, so you can get involved in many different ways. If you would like to help organise the camp, make a contribution to the programme, support others as a helper, give feedback on the implementation so far or other ideas, or if you are still unsure what you can do, please get in touch with us:

Information on how to get here?

Information you can find here!

Is there a bed exchange?

Yes! More Information here.

Kitchen

Is there food?

Yes, there will be three Küfa meals every day, which also take into account various restrictions such as intolerances. So you don’t have to go hungry and can look forward to delicious vegan food.
The Kitchen relies on support and donations for this. Every day there will be repro shifts for chopping, distributing food and washing up and there is a donation recommendation of €0-10 per day.

Is there fresh water?

Yes, we have access to the city’s fresh water pipes. From there, we will transport the water through hoses to our taps. There will be laboratory samples of the water quality in order to prove its potability at certain points; we will receive these values after the first few days of the camp. [More on this under ‘Information about water and toilets’]

What does Küfa mean?

Küfa stands for ‘kitchen for all’. This refers to a solidarity kitchen where everyone can help out and where food is distributed in return for a donation.

Is the food vegan?

Yes, the food will be vegan.

At what times is Küfa available?

Basically there is Küfa food in the morning, at lunchtime and in the evening. The exact times will be listed in the program.

Consideration for allergies and the like?

There will be an allergy kitchen so that everyone has something to eat.
If you have allergies or other food restrictions, please let the allergy kitchen know as early as possible so that they can take all needs into account. You can inform us of allergies in the Barrier Reduction Form. You can find it here.

Participate in the Küfa?

The Küfa always needs help, be it cutting garlic, serving food or washing up. You can sign up for Küfa shifts at the Info Point. If you would like to volunteer for a longer period of time, please contact the Küfa team directly!

Accessibility

Is the camp barrier-free?

The camp is not barrier-free, but we are doing our best to make it accessible. Under the menu item “removing barriers” you can take a closer look at what we can offer and where there is still some catching up to do.

How can I get involved?

The barrier removing working group has drawn up a long list of possible services. If you would like to make sure that more of these can actually be implemented in the run-up to the camp, please contact us at ! Otherwise, we can always use helpers who can take on general or nursing asisstance services, act as buddies or help out on the Low Barrier Day.

What can the support do?

General assistance could, for example, push people in wheelchairs to the workshop, toilet or kitchen, carry and hand over objects or accompany people with visual impairments to the desired location. Nursing assistants could, for example, help with general hygiene (e.g. brushing teeth, applying cream, getting dressed and undressed), showering or using the toilet and transfers between bed, wheelchair, toilet or shower chair.

What can't the support do?

Most of our helpers have no training as carers and therefore potentially need particularly clear guidance. They are not allowed to administer medication and cannot take on any particularly demanding nursing tasks. Please always discuss what works for you in this constellation and what does not.

Camp Life

Are there interpreters?

This year, we’re aiming to provide interpreting in English, German and French for one session per slot. A few people have already volunteered for these interpreting roles, but not enough yet to cover all the slots. That’s why we can’t make any promises at the moment. If you need interpreting, or if you can provide interpreting, please sign up for the interpreting “Haufen” (= your group at the camp) when you register for the camp ! And if you’d like to register directly as an interpreter, you’ll find the interpreting form here.  Within thisHaufen”, we’ll try to organise interpreting as best we can. This will also be theHaufenin which we’ll try to provide interpreting for the plenary sessions. Of course, you can also go toHaufenand programme items where no interpreting is provided and ask people if they can provide whispered interpreting.

Is childcare available?

Yes, there will always be childcare during the program!
Registration in advance is not necessary, but welcome. If you have any questions or other needs, please contact us at . You can find more information about childcare on the page “childcare“.

Is medical care available?

There will be paramedics at the camp who will look after you if you need medical care.
If you need anything, please contact the paramedics or the info point.

How can I get involved in the camp?

At this year’s camp, there are ‘Haufen’ organising various support tasks. The best way to sign up is either online in advance or at the Info Point at the camp itself. At the Info Point, there will be rota sheets for some general tasks, such as kitchen duty, where you can sign up. The remaining tasks will be allocated via the ‘Haufen’.

What about toilets?

You can do your small business in squat toilets (Places2Pee). We also have porta-potties where all excrement is allowed (Places2Shit).
Some toilets are reserved for people with disabilities and/or a high need for infection control. To reduce the likelihood of infection, as few people as possible should use these toilets. Please pay attention to the relevant notices.

Are there barrier-free toilets?

We can never create accessibility, but we try to make your poop experience as barrier-free as possible.

There will be several low-barrier toilets and a low-barrier washroom with a toilet.
There is a shower and a toilet that can be reached without steps.

You can find more details on possible barriers around water & shit and measures to remove them on the page “Information about water and toliets“.

Can I shower at the camp?

There are a small number of showers on the camp. These are located in the marked cabins and are based on the construction concept of the Pipi cabins. In order to conserve the scarce capacities and at the same time keep them open for everyone, we recommend washing at the washbasins as a rule. There are more washing facilities in the low-barrier washroom. Please only use the red washroom if you think you need a low-barrier room.

Are there rules for hygiene?

Sinks, taps and toilets are cleaned three times a day.
Some toilets are reserved for people with disabilities and/or a high need for infection control.

If you have diarrhea, please mark the affected toilets. If you take on toilet cleaning shifts, please make sure that you do not take on any Küfa shifts in the following two days. Please wash your hands regularly. If you can, use your elbow to turn taps on and off.

Is there a protection concept for pandemics?

Yes, we have a complete protection concept this year.
You can find it here!
Paramedics are always available to support people in case of illness. We also offer masks and COVID-19 rapid tests to protect yourself and others.

Can I smoke at the camp?

Yes, but only in the designated areas. Please make sure, however, that no one is exposed to your smoke against their will (it’s best to ask people) and ensure that ash and rubbish are disposed of properly. Smoking is prohibited near tents.

What about other drugs?

Please only consume drugs legally on the camp grounds.

When using drugs, please also consider the needs of other people around you. If in doubt, it is best to ask whether it is okay for everyone.

Camping

What do I need to take with me?

There are areas on the camp grounds where you can pitch your tent, as well as a few tents with camp beds that we have available for people with disabilities or chronic illnesses. Water and food are provided; if you have any food restrictions, please let the Allergy Kitchen know in advance. There are also sanitary facilities on site, so please bring toiletries and a towel. Otherwise: whatever you need to feel comfortable! 

Example packing list:

Tent, sleeping bag, sleeping mat; refillable water bottle(s); any medication you need; personal hygiene, pads/tampons and other hygiene items you need; clothing and footwear for different weather conditions; rain protection, rain jacket, rain trousers; sun protection, sun cream; headlamps or flashlights; games; books; musical instruments; banners and decorations; cash for camp and a donation in a barrel (if you want); and most importantly: a good mood :)

Where can I sleep?

There will be a meadow for camping. You can look for a free pitch here. There are neither areas for caravan camping nor parking spaces at the tent areas.
Please note that some tent areas are reserved for specific people or needs (e.g. a quiet tent area). There will be an area map online and at the Info-Point. There will also be a bed exchange, where people from the neighborhood can offer sleeping places in indoor areas. Please get in touch if you can’t sleep in a tent.

Information

How do I find my way around the camp?

We have an information point for participants, where someone is on hand during the day to answer any questions. There you’ll also find a map of the camp site, registration forms for theHaufen’, some rota schedules, an overview of the planned daily programme, and plenty of other information material. You’re also welcome to join a guided tour of the camp site. These take place every day and start at the contact pavilion.

Where can I find information about the workshops?

Information about the workshops is available online before the camp and at the info point on site. Please check back later!

Who can help me with uncertainties?

If you have any questions, you are always welcome to contact the Info Point. The people there will try to help you. Of course, you can also always ask other people.
If you are not feeling well and/or you need people to talk to, you can always contact the Awareness team.

How can I meet new people?

There areHaufenmeetings every daythese are the perfect opportunity to meet new people. Otherwise, you can also meet loads of new people whilst queuing for food, at workshops or when cleaning the toilets!

Is the camp registered as an assembly?

Yes, the camp is legally registered as an assembly and according to § 14 VersG. We are therefore protected by the freedom of assembly.

For presenters

What materials are available?

There will be moderation materials in each tent (pens, crepe, moderation cards, paper, flipchart with paper). We cannot provide any other materials (for projectors see: “Will there be projectors?”) and you will have to bring what you need yourself.

Are there seats or tables?

We try to have some seating in each tent.

Is there a flipchart stand?

We try to provide one in each tent.

Can posters, flipchart paper or other materials be stuck to tent walls?

Nothing should be glued to the tent corners, otherwise they will break. We want to avoid this so that we can enjoy the tents for a long time to come. Thank you!

I still need certain prerequisites to be able to hold the workshop/event

In the Call for Content, you can specify which materials you need for your presentation that you are unable to bring with you. If you have any further questions, please feel free to email the Programme Working Group at Programm@systemchangecamp.org.

If you require specific technical equipment outside the scope of the programme, please contact us by email at technik@systemchangecamp.org.

What materials do I need to bring myself?

If you need other materials that are not part of the moderation materials mentioned, please ask or bring them yourself, if possible.

Will there be projectors?

In our experience, it makes no sense to use projectors during the day. It is usually very bright in the tents, which means that projections are difficult to see. Also, not all tents have electricity. So it makes sense to plan without a projector!

If it is not at all conceivable for you without a projector, it is important that this is stated in the content registration.

I forgot to enter that I need a projector. What can I do?

You can bring your own projector, but not all tents have a power connection and the amount of power available at any one time is limited. If you urgently need a projector, please let us know so that we can see what we can do. If you want to bring your own, please let us check it for usability at the camp and don’t just plug it in yourself. Thank you!

What do I do if I have questions about my workshop/event at the camp?

There will be office hours of the Program-AG, please use them if possible, thank you! They will probably be before the workshop slots, the exact times will be posted at the Program-AG tent at the camp at the latest.
For non-program/reference-specific questions, please contact the info point.

I am unfortunately ill and cannot hold my workshop/event. What can I do?

Let us know as early as possible by e-mail (and/or in the content registration), thank you!

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