"The crowd is me, it's you, them — it's us."
This introductory capsule presents the vision and philosophy of the S.O.U.L. project, carried by Christophe and Julie. It invites the audience to see the dance floor as a space that is at once safe, inclusive and free, where ethics become an integral part of the celebration. Designed as a gateway to the movement, it sets the stage for the following capsules that will detail the project's values and concrete actions.
Memorable quotes
"The crowd is me, it's you, them — it's us."
"Imagine for a moment that you are in a safe space. Now imagine that safe space is the dance floor."
"Tonight, that's why we're here: to protect and find ways to keep this space safe within our community."
"I love this approach of imagining a place where everyone can be who they want, dressed however they want, without being bothered."
Key points
- A safe space is a space of freedom, expression and mutual protection.
- Emotional and social safety is just as important as physical safety.
- Prevention and goodwill are at the heart of underground culture.
- Every participant contributes to creating a safe and inclusive environment.
The Signal for Help
When the music is too loud to speak, when your eyes can't reach anyone, when all you have left is your hand... there exists a universal, silent, and discreet gesture created by the Canadian Women's Foundation to allow anyone in distress to ask for help without a single word.
"In the night, when words fail, when your eyes can't reach anyone, your hand remains. A single gesture can change everything."
This signal was created in April 2020 by the Canadian Women's Foundation and is recognized in over 50 countries. S.O.U.L. Montréal adopts and adapts it to the underground nightlife context.
See the full page: Signal for Help →