The Faeries
If you’re unsure who the Radical Faeries are, we recommend you start with: Who are the Radical Faeries?, then come back to continue learning about the Chicago Rad Fae community.
Introduction
The Chicago Radical Faerie Community creates spaces for exploration, discovery, and radical self-expression. We gather primarily in person, while using digital spaces to help us stay connected and organize. Our community thrives when each person feels empowered to fully express themselves and practice self-love.
Everyone takes responsibility for their own actions and contributes to maintaining safe, welcoming spaces. Our community blooms through your participation – whether that’s supporting others, creating something new, or speaking up when something feels out of balance. The magic happens when we all contribute our unique gifts and energy to this shared journey.
Guidance
No two faeries will completely agree on “what makes a faerie” – this includes what you’re reading right now! The guidance below contains some of our most frequently shared community wisdom.
- Set your intentions. What energies are you bringing with you? What energies are you open to receiving?
- Connect mindfully. Bond with fae you connect with, give yourself space from those you don’t, and be open to learning from everyone.
- Vocalize your needs. Ask for support, and always get the help you require before assisting others.
- YOU are the magic. We’re not transactional – share your time, resources, or acts-of-service when you’re able & interested in doing so.
- Handle conflict with care. Address conflicts in-person with authenticity, accountability, and open hearts. If requested, support is available.
- We center in-person connections. While we use digital spaces to organize, our community thrives on face-to-face functions and real-world connections.
- Practice safety. Protect yourself and others both online and in person. Don’t share vulnerable information, including the addresses to faerie homes, with unknown individuals.
- Find your space. You might not harmonize with all faerie spaces. Speak up about your experiences, or create new spaces to better align with your needs.
- Steward anyone you introduce. When bringing newcomers, stay present to support their journey and help them understand our community. Ideal newcomers include people you already know and trust (e.g. close friend, lover, spouse, partners, etc).
- Accessibility is key. We encourage free or donation-based NOTAFLOF [no-one turned away for lack of funds] events to provide access for all.
- We create safe spaces. These are private events. Residents and event hosts reserve the right to turn anyone away.
- Seek the divine. We support everyone’s unique spiritual expressions. Fae will regularly invite others to engage in moments of magic, mysticism, and ritual.
Sexual Spaces & Consent
We are a sex-positive community, holding space and embracing consensual sexual expression in all its forms. Consent is essential and defined by an enthusiastic YES! — anything less requires stepping back, respecting boundaries, and seeking clarity.
Get Involved
Ready to join in? Our community utilizes Signal to organize.
- Join the Welcome Portal and introduce yourself
- Subscribe to Events & Announcements