The WiWa Consensus is a list of rules. We would like to see all the people who are fighting to preserve the Wild Forest (Wilder Wald) to follow these rules. This list was written by independent people who are working together to preserve the Wild Forest. The list is meant to ensure that we can fight well together. The following applies:

1. We intervene as little as possible in the forest. We stay on the paths, we do not cut down living plants, we leave dead wood in the forest and clear away our own and other waste.
2. We do not accept any forms of discrimination or transgressive behaviours. This includes, but is not limited to, racist, ableist, anti-Semitic, sexist, homophobic, transphobic, religiously or philosophically discriminatory behaviour and conspiracy theories. We know that we ourselves sometimes behave in discriminatory or violent manners. That is why we always want to think and reflect on our own behaviour and not condemn others.
3. We address people with the names and pronouns they choose. We do not reveal “real names” (= names that appear on an identity card or are used in non-political everyday life) and we do not give any other direct indication of people’s identity.
4. There are no hierarchies. Decisions are made by consensus. This means that everyone has agreed with a decision and has been able to share their views. We pay particular attention to the needs of people who have invested a lot of time and energy in individual structures.
5. We do not belong to any particular movement or group, activists from all different backgrounds are welcome.
6. The citizens’ initiative Waldretter*innen fights for the same goal with other means. We actively exchange views with them and support their actions.
7. If you agree with this consensus, we invite you to build autonomous structures that are independent of us. If you occupy something, you are responsible for your actions. You are free to decide how you want to work and live with other structures. We stand in solidarity with all people and actions that agree to this consensus. We do not talk about you to the police, the press or anyone else.
8. We see the IBA, the Gladigau GmbH, the police, construction companies and clearing companies as assistants of the city of Hamburg and the Mitte district. We do not trust them and their statements and ignore their promises.
9. We never talk to the police to protect ourselves and others! Exceptions are absolutely necessary conversations, such as registering a demonstration or when people got taken into police custody.
10. We take care not to emotionally or physically harm any living beings. We also do not accept the serious bodily harm of police officers.
11. We try to evaluate ourselves and our skills properly. When it comes to climbing, we take care not to overextend ourselves and to respect our own limits. When we feel unsafe, we ask others for help and don’t climb alone. Experienced climbers are happy to share their knowledge.

The Awareness AG is accessible to everyone, at the camp or by email: wiwawareness@systemli.org (PGP on request)