Federal Association for Sadomasochism

The aim of the BVSM is to contribute as a platform for better coordination of activities in the BDSM scene and to act as a larger association effective for the interests of sadomasochists in Germany.

In the long term, it believes that similarly emancipated living conditions should be created for BDSMers in Germany or in the entire Central European area, as they already exist in part for homosexuals today.

The information for BDSM members includes in particular practical tips as well as safety instructions, while towards the general public promotion of acceptance and the dismantling of fears and reservations are in the foreground.

The third major task of the organization is advocacy and lobbying, in which the BVSM makes itself available to the public as a competent point of contact.

There are committees on various topics, and in its function as an organization office, the BVSM coordinates the cross-regional networking of regional resources and supraregional events such as the BDSM Congress.