Manifest
The values that drive us. The perspectives that inspire us. The goals that unite us. All members are committed to the manifesto. The manifesto also applies to all people working or collaborating with "Love Fair".
Sex-Positive
Sex-positivity is a core value of us. We recognize all sexual expressions and identities as positive and enriching as long as they are consensual. "Love Fair" encourages taboo-free, open communication about sexual desires and boundaries and respects the diversity of sexual orientations and practices. Sex-positive feminists have pursued the goal of enabling and strengthening sexual empowerment through education and information. Our goal is to make the diversity of sexuality, identity, bodies and gender visible. We stand up against discrimination, criminalization and stigmatization of this diversity. We see societal, social and political changes in these areas as absolutely necessary in order to enable sexual equality and the free development of one's own sexuality. The Commission sees the sex-positive attitude as a necessary basis for education, discourse and sexual health. We are aware that we live in a hetero-normative, patriarchal and binary thinking world and strive to change this. These values and goals are fundamental for us.
Feminist &
Intersectional
"Love Fair" follows intersectional feminist approaches that form the basis of our work. The sex-positive scene is often associated with an open attitude towards pornography and sex work. We see this openness and support of porn and sex work as a crucial part of our understanding of sex-positivity. Nevertheless, there are voices in the feminist sex-positive movement that see a need to catch up. In the case of porn and sex work in particular but also when it comes to asexuality, racism and ableism, a lack of connection to sex-positivity is often still evident due to discrimination, sexism and prejudice. The sex-positive scene is by no means perfect and reflecting on and dealing with this is actually part of the movement's self-image. For example, the intersectional aspect is often missing in the understanding of sex-positive feminism. "Love Fair" stands for openly reflecting and questioning ourselves as a never ending process. Because there is always something new to learn or to understand.
Not Sex-Positive
There are also a lot of misconceptions and prejudice about the sex-positive scene that we would like to address. Sex-positivity does not mean that sex-positive people like or want to try out all kinds of sexual practices. It does not mean that sex-positive people have no boundaries and do not need to be asked for consent. It does not mean that sex-positive people cannot be asexual. It does not mean that sex-positive people want to talk about sex and have sex all the time and with all kinds of people. It does not mean that sex-positive people don't like vanilla sex and are always kinky or into BDSM.
Consent Culture
"Love Fair" advocates active, informed and enthusiastic consent and consensus culture. The key criteria are: Only yes means yes! And no means no! Don't take anything for granted. Inform yourself about consensus culture and its principles (e.g. "RACK", "Safe Sane Sober", "RBDSMA").
Fair, Sustainable
& Inclusive
Fairness is a core value of us, which focuses on equality, inclusion and sustainability. "Love Fair" promotes dialog and decision-making at eye level to respect and hear all voices. Fairness also means the active inclusion of all people, regardless of gender, class, heritage, sexual orientation or background. In addition, "Love Fair" is committed to sustainable practices that have a long-term positive impact on sexual health and education.
Education
Education is a core value of us, which focuses on the promotion of knowledge and education in the area of sexual health and identity. "Love Fair" is committed to ensuring that all people have access to high quality and comprehensive sexuality education to promote a better understanding of sexual rights, diversity and consensual relationships. In addition, businesses should receive sufficient sexual knowledge to overcome the current lack of acceptance, criminalization and stigmatization. Through informative programs and resources, "Love Fair" raises awareness and empowerment around sexuality issues.
Mission Statement
"Love Fair" is an innovative business network dedicated to promoting sexual health, education, and positive societal change. We believe in the necessity of education and de-stigmatization, and are committed to leading a new sexual revolution based on respect and openness. Our key focus areas include:
- Business Partnerships: Strengthening collaborations that bring about real change.
- Political Change: Influencing political processes to create a supportive environment for sexual diversity, both in private and corporate sectors.
- Raising Awareness about Stigmatization: Educating consumers about the challenges in the field of sexual education and raising awareness about the differences between sex education and pornography.
- Digital Rights: Combating criminalization in digital spaces, including ensuring fair banking and payment processes, as well as addressing AI content censorship.
- Education Against Censorship: We believe that significant setbacks are evident in social media. Banned words, blocked content, and clear restrictions on artistic and free speech limit the ability to openly discuss and educate about sexual topics. This trend must be stopped!
Safer Space
"Love Fair" is driven by the aim to make our place, environment and events as safe as possible. Violence can never be ruled out or prevented 100 percent. Even with a comprehensive awareness concept and a code of conduct. Therefore we say that "safe spaces" do not exist. That would mean closing our eyes to the truth. Whether safe spaces exist anywhere at all is also often debated (e.g. domestic violence, femicides, structural discrimination). This is why many people now make sure to designate certain places or events as "safer spaces" to make it clear that they are aware of this, but are doing their best. With the additional "R", "Love Fair" wants to show: We have addressed the issue of structural violence and safer spaces and do our best to make this place as safe as possible.
Code of Conduct
Further values and agreements that are intended to strengthen, characterize and guide our mutual cooperation are listed here. We live an error-friendly and non-violent communication culture. Mistakes can happen. Error-friendliness also means that we all adhere to the following criteria when mistakes happen and are open to learning new things:
- Owning up to your mistakes (avoid defensiveness) by apologizing
- Learning from your mistakes (be open-minded)
- Avoiding repeating mistakes
We also want to ensure that neurodivergent and (multi-)marginalized people and their life realities are heard and seen in particular. This also means that privileged people should question their power and position and share their knowledge with marginalized people and respect and accept their perspectives. In addition, the following values define our dealings with one another, to which all members are committed:
- Respect
- Self-reflection
- Openness
- Compassion
- Constructive criticism
- Non-violent communication
- Appreciative feedback
- Transparency
Anyone who intentionally or knowingly violates the agreements in this Manifesto will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of membership.