Berlin Werbefrei

Berlin Werbefrei is a non-profit association based in Berlin, Germany working on democracy & civil society, environment & climate, community development.

Berlin Werbefrei is a citizen initiative run by Public Spaces e.V. that campaigns for a reduction of outdoor advertising in Berlin. Its Volksbegehren aims to limit advertising displays, particularly animated digital monitors, in public space, citing concerns about road safety, energy use, light pollution, the visual character of the city and commercial advertising in schools. The campaign is volunteer-driven and collects signatures in the city, supported by petition stands, information events and an online community. It has been active in legal proceedings concerning the referendum's cost estimate and the advertising regulation law.