Action Consensus

The action consensus is a binding framework for the action and aims to highlight our values and principles, and to make the actions safe, accessible and transparent for all participants. It serves to make sure that we take care of each other and ourselves during the action(s). All participants present at the action(s) shall have read, understood and agreed to this action agreement, prior to participating. Organizing these actions is an effort of many people, and we expect that everyone will respect the action agreement while taking part in the action(s). 

• We stand for what we believe is right to do and disclose our identity if demanded by the Police.

• We are determined and peaceful. We will not use verbal or physical violence towards anybody.

• We will use our bodies to challenge the dirty 'business as usual' of the gas industry gathering  in Bucharest to plan even more climate and society-wrecking gas projects. It is not our aim to destroy or damage infrastructure or property. Damaging the conference venue is to be strictly avoided as such expensive items that we cannot afford damage claims.

• The safety of everyone involved is our highest priority. We prepare well for safe access to the action location and a safe environment during the action. Affinity groups of ca. 4-8 persons are formed for mental and physical support of its members during the action. We will look out for ourselves and each other.

• Our target is the conference itself, not the city of Bucharest. We try to avoid interference with regular traffic or emergency services.

• During the action we will be mindful about our behavior. We will act in a deescalating manner. We will not provoke escalation or react to any provocations in any way. If the situation does escalate, we take care of the safety of ourselves and others before, during and after actions.

• We are committed to being an inclusive network. We condemn any form of discrimination. We actively work towards creating safe, accessible spaces where everyone is and feels welcome. We are committed to respecting the physical, emotional and mental boundaries of our fellow activists.

• Each of us joins the action the way it best fits your own level and style of action, you should feel comfortable and confident at all times during the action. Everyone is responsible for their own actions and takes care that their activity during the action is in consent with the action agreement.

• We will be mindful of workers at the conference center. We are aware that they are not the people we are protesting against. We know the cost on human lives that the gas industry exacts and we choose to be aware and conscious that workers have their own livelihoods and people to protect with the work that they do and money that they need to earn

• Similarly, security personnel, police and staff, are not our enemies, hence we do not engage into any verbal or physical confrontation with them.

• We wish we didn’t feel the need to disrupt, and at the same time we acknowledge that the political, economic and social system we live in has driven us to take disruptive action

• As activists coming from European countries, we acknowledge our privilege. We act in solidarity with other action groups outside of Europe, and recognise that our struggles for climate justice are all connected.

• We will not take action under the influence of alcohol or drugs and we do not bring weapons or sharp objects.