Together, not just participating – Here's how it works:

Do you want to consider relevant topics related to people and society surrounding your event? The Social Compass helps you navigate in that direction. With your decisions as an organizer, you can not only counteract discrimination but also test, shape, promote, and spread ideas for the common good and sustainability in real-time.

The circled question mark symbols (?) provide background information on our decisions and sources for each topic area (see also Transparency Statement). The info symbols (i) offer specific information and tips on individual criteria (e.g., promoting cultural education).

The results view helps you assess the status of social sustainability – check now where the social potential of your music event lies!

Please note, your results will not be saved if you refresh the page: download your result as a pdf to compare the score with your next event or to discuss it with colleagues.

Working hours, breaks, compensation for overtime, termination protection, and vacation are clearly and in writing regulated in the employment contract.

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Employees and artists are paid fairly and according to market standards.

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For individual decisions regarding the event, the entire team is involved, or there are generally alternative organizational structures.

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When planning, care is taken to ensure that the event location is easily accessible for all people. Through public communication, efforts are made to reach individuals who typically have less access to cultural offerings (or can have).

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People with limited financial means can attend the event more affordably or free of charge.

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The venue features ramps and accessible toilets (or at least two other structural measures) so that people with disabilities can participate comfortably.

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There is a dedicated contact person for people with disabilities—before, during, and after the event.

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There is a clear, written awareness concept for the event or derived from the selection of the venue. This concept is publicly accessible.

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There is a designated contact person for awareness-related issues. Harassment and discrimination can lead to exclusion from the event.

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People from diverse backgrounds are represented in the lineup, among the curators, and security personnel.

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Information and support regarding the handling of alcohol and other drugs at the event are provided.

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Through the event, social projects are supported—investment is made into the local community.

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Local artists and suppliers are involved in the event.

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The event features program points that promote cultural education.

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