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)

The Wild Forest belongs to the city of Hamburg and is open to the public. You are allowed to visit here at any time. Our regular public vigils and also the long vigil with camp in the clearing from 26 September to 5 October 2025 are registered as assemblies. You are welcome to visit at any time and there is the option to stay overnight in the camp. On your way to and from a registered assembly, the police is not allowed to stop you. Insist on your right! You do not have to provide them with identification or anything else to be allowed to join a legal protest! The tree house is also registered as a part of our protest and is protected by the right of assembly.

During larger actions, the Hamburg EA can be reached at: +49 (0)40 43278778
Before going to a protest or action (legal or not) write this number in waterproof ink on your body!

By calling the EA (= Ermittlungsausschuss) you reach other activists, that are knowledgeable in basic legal questions. They are there to support you in case of arrest/legal trouble. Contact them if you are taken into custody, witness arrests or similar. If the police take you into custody, you have the right to make one successful phone call, so call the EA. If the EA is not immediately available, you will receive their emergency phone number from the answering machine message and can leave a message. If you can only reach the answering machine, this does not count as a successful phone call and it is your right to make a second call to the emergency EA number!

In case of arrest, it is your decision whether or not to give your personal details to the police (please be aware of the possible legal repercussions of your decision); we support you either way. We are prepared and we are preparing our support structures for the scenario that people do not give their personal details to the police.

If you receive mail from the police following protests for the Wild Forest, or if you have questions about possible consequences before taking action, you can contact us, the Hamburg EA, the Hamburg Rote Hilfe, or other legal aid structures.

If you have been arrested or stopped by the police and expect legal repercussions, check your postbox at your registered adress (= “Meldeadresse”) at least once a week!

We will support you if you are affected by repression, whether with money, legal advice or solidarity. Get in touch with us, you are not alone!

If you are struggling with situations you have experienced during protests or police actions, you are welcome to contact us or Out of Action Hamburg.
Out of Action Hamburg can be reached at outofaction-hh@nadir.org. Regular meetings are always held on the first and third Wednesday of the month at Schwarzmarkt, starting at 18:30.