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Famtàstic Eco-Social Policies

Introduction

Famtàstic is committed to being a cultural space that promotes not only artistic creativity but also environmental sustainability and social responsibility. This eco-social policy aims to minimize the environmental impact of the festival and maximize its positive contribution to the local social and economic fabric, aligning with principles of sustainability, equity, and social justice.

Core Principles

  1. Environmental Sustainability:
    Promote practices that reduce the festival’s environmental impact, encouraging the use of renewable resources, responsible waste management, and energy efficiency.
  2. Social Commitment:
    Encourage inclusion, equity, and active participation of local communities, prioritizing collaboration with local producers, artists, and collectives.
  3. Promotion of the Local and Circular Economy:
    Stimulate the local economy by hiring suppliers, artists, and collaborators who promote ethical and sustainable practices.
  4. Awareness and Education:
    Raise awareness among the public, collaborators, and participants about the importance of sustainability and social responsibility through educational and outreach activities.

Objectives

  1. Environmental:
    • Reduce the festival’s carbon footprint.
    • Promote the use of recyclable, reusable, or compostable materials in all activities.
    • Encourage the use of sustainable transportation by attendees and collaborators.
  2. Social:
    • Ensure accessibility and inclusion for all individuals, regardless of physical, economic, or social status.
    • Promote the participation of underrepresented groups in the artistic and organizational programming.
  3. Economic:
    • Prioritize the use of local, seasonal products with quality certifications (DOP, DO, IGP).
    • Collaborate with small businesses, cooperatives, and community projects.

Specific Actions

  1. Environmental Sustainability:
    • Implement a waste management system with clearly visible and properly labeled recycling points.
    • Use renewable energy whenever possible for the festival’s technical needs.
    • Reduce plastic usage by replacing packaging with sustainable alternatives.
    • Encourage carpooling, public transport, or cycling among attendees and collaborators.
  2. Social Inclusion:
    • Design an accessible environment for people with disabilities, including sign language interpreters and adapted spaces.
    • Provide free or low-cost entry for vulnerable communities through scholarship programs or specific invitations.
    • Include activities that promote cultural diversity, with artists and collaborators from various backgrounds and experiences.
  3. Local and Circular Economy:
    • Collaborate with local producers for the gastronomic tastings, ensuring that the food comes from sustainable sources.
    • Encourage attendees to consume at local businesses through partnerships with local shops.
    • Promote bartering, reuse, and repair of materials used in the festival.
  4. Awareness and Education:
    • Include talks, workshops, and exhibitions on topics related to sustainability, the circular economy, and social justice.
    • Communicate the festival’s eco-social actions transparently, encouraging the public to actively participate.
    • Publicly recognize collaborators who promote sustainable and responsible practices.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Famtàstic’s eco-social policy reflects a strong commitment to sustainability and social justice, aiming to inspire all participants and attendees to become agents of change in their own communities. With these actions, the festival positions itself as a reference for responsible, conscious, and transformative culture.