Education is key for Sophia and Steven, but what about the welfare team? Every event typically has security and first aid teams, but
HE.SHE.THEY. aims to go beyond these standard roles.
Sophia: “Welfare is a huge focus for us at the moment, and we’re doing our best to integrate a welfare team into our upcoming Ibiza season. At
HE.SHE.THEY., we envision a welfare team that operates separately from security. This team, dressed like ravers, and wearing a high vis saying ‘welfare’. Perhaps there’s a welfare point somewhere or they might even be down on the dan- ce floor. They might approach ravers who are on their own, offering to sit with them for 20 minutes to enrich their evening. Or if someone reports feeling uncomfor- table or is being stared at, they can turn to the welfare team. The team can listen, help them decide on a cour- se of action, dance with them, or escalate the issue to security if needed. Alternatively, attendees might just appreciate knowing that a sober, attentive person is watching over them. This layer of support and friend- liness doesn’t need to be overly formal; it could make a significant difference to someone’s night. We believe that by encouraging more people to report their con- cerns, we can gather valuable insights on how to better support everyone. We see the welfare team as the next evolution in creating an additional layer of support.”
OUTRO
HE.SHE.THEY.’s impact goes beyond the music. Their innovative approach reflects their dedication to crea- ting safe, welcoming spaces for everyone, embracing all identities—him, her, and they. As we embrace Pri- de Week, remember that the journey towards equality and inclusion is ongoing. Events like Dockyard Festival remind us of the importance of standing together, ce- lebrating our differences, and pushing for continuous progress. Whether you’re an old-school raver or new to the scene, this is your chance to join a celebration that honors the true spirit of diversity, inclusion and great music at Dockyard presents
HE.SHE.THEY., August 3rd at Thuishaven Amsterdam. Also catch
HE.SHE.THEY. during ADE at Dockyard Festival and Dockyard Ware- house Festival on the 19th of October.
Steven concludes, “We can’t solve the world’s problems, but we can give options that, if you’re like-minded and you just like nice people, and you just want to listen to good music, and you don’t want to live in a world where it’s just only you during this party, then here’s an option
for you to come to.” Text by: INGE HETEM
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