Celebrate Safe

During ADE, you can party endlessly. Make sure you Celebrate Safe.

Say something.
Speak up and address the person engaging in the behavior, if it feels safe to do so.

Example: "Hey, I don't think they're comfortable with that."
Or: "That's not okay. Please stop."

Interrupt the situation.
Redirect attention without directly addressing the behavior.

Example: "Hey! I haven't seen you in ages. Come with me for a second."
This can be a simple, low-pressure way to help someone leave an uncomfortable or unsafe situation.

Ask someone else for help.
You don't have to handle the situation alone. Ask a friend, staff member, security personnel, or a member of the awareness team for support.

Example: "Can you help me? I think someone might be feeling uncomfortable over there."

Record what is happening if it is safe to do so.
Only take photos or videos when it is safe and appropriate. Documentation may be useful if someone needs support or evidence at a later stage.

Safety first. Don't put yourself or anyone else at greater risk.

Check in afterwards.
You don't always have to intervene while an incident is happening. You can also approach someone afterwards and ask how they're doing.


Example: "Hey, I saw what happened earlier. Are you okay?"
A small gesture of support can let someone know that what happened was noticed and that they are not alone.

The use of alcohol and other drugs is never without risks. Do you still want to use something? Inform yourself in advance, don't just believe AI, your friends, or acquaintances just 'because things always go well for them'. Visit the Unity information stand at an event or the Unity website (unity.nl) for correct and up-to-date information about alcohol and other drugs. Have your drugs tested in advance at one of the various testing locations in the country. This can be done anonymously and is often free or only costs a few euros.

Don't forget that hard drugs are illegal in the Netherlands. Most entertainment venues or events have a zero tolerance policy. You are not allowed to be in possession of drugs there. You may be handed over to the police if you are found to have drugs in your pocket.

The Dutch drug checking service has recently found several ecstasy tablets with PMMA, which can cause serious health risks. Download the Red Alert app to check the Black List, which contains pills and other substances associated with increased health risks. Celebrate safely and enjoy ADE.

More information:

- Black List (NL)
- Black List (EN)
- Red Alert app

Know what you want and especially what you don't want. Stick to that, on every level. Don't be persuaded. Don't stay longer if you don't feel the need to. Don't get in the car with someone who is under the influence. Don't kiss or have sex with someone if you don't feel like it. If it doesn't feel good to use drugs when your friends do, then don't do it. And the same applies the other way around. Just as you have boundaries, so does someone else. So don't try to convince someone to do something against their will. Respect your own boundaries and those of others.

Make sure you use earplugs to protect your ears. Taking a break from partying every now and then is necessary, even if it seems like you have endless energy. Go to a quiet spot at the event to chill, eat and drink. Even if you feel good, a break is a good idea. Afterwards it is important that you recharge by sleeping. Take good care of yourself the 'day after'. Give your body time to recover.

If you need medical help during your stay in Amsterdam, you can consult the practioners at Touristdoc in the City Center. The clinic is open daily throughout the festival from 8.00 to 20.00 for anyone who does not have a doctor in Amsterdam.

• If you have a valid European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) there will not be any costs associated with your visit.
• It is not necessary to make an appointment, you may walk in and will be seen in order of urgency.

Address:
Touristdoc
Sint Antoniesbreestraat 88
1011 HB Amsterdam

You can check your drugs anonymously at the drug checking services in the Netherlands. By checking your drugs you know what substance(s) your drugs contain and also how much of them. In Amsterdam you can have your drugs analysed at the Jellinek and the GGD without an appointment. Read more about the rules and how it works.