Guiding Principles
Unity in Diversity:
Message: Celebrate the beautiful convergence of different generations, cultures, and backgrounds through music and dance.
Principle: Foster an atmosphere of inclusivity where the shared love for music transcends age and cultural boundaries. Create and promote events that build intergenerational connections, offering safe spaces for bonding and dialogue. Encourage participants to share their unique stories and backgrounds, enriching the collective experience.
Freedom from Labels:
Message: Embrace the liberation that rave culture provides from societal pressures and labels, including ageism and stereotypes.
Principle: Cultivate a safe, judgment-free environment that encourages individuals to express themselves authentically. Advocate for self-exploration and acceptance, allowing everyone to enjoy the moment and engage fully without the constraints of societal expectations or labels.
Joy and Celebration of Humanity:
Message: Highlight the joy and profound human connection forged through dance and music, which invigorate the spirit and promote vitality.
Principle: Inspire participants to immerse themselves in the thrill of being alive, regardless of age. Emphasize the anthropological essence of celebrating life with others—reminding everyone that connecting and sharing experiences is central to the human experience, strengthening community bonds and individual well-being.
Holistic Longevity:
Message: Define longevity as the journey to being the healthiest version of oneself, encompassing physical, mental, and emotional well-being—not merely the pursuit of youth and delay of death. Energy not age defines us.
Principle: Advocate for a balanced, fulfilling lifestyle that prioritizes joy, health, and connection. Inspire participants to take ownership of their happiness and vitality, encouraging them to seek experiences that contribute to their well-being and that of others. Leverage the communal energy of rave culture as a catalyst for promoting sustainable, positive lifestyle choices and mental wellness, giving back to others and the wider communities and environments in which we live to enable all of us to thrive as a collective endeavour.