ASF is a religious organisation and was founded by those who took part in the church resistance against the German Nazi regime. ASF has been supported since then by the German Lutheran Church.
Many participants see their peace work as sign of their belief or religion.
Everyone who supports the concerns of ASF is welcome. Everyone is responsible for the success of a work camp. Usually twelve to eighteen people participate in a work camp. Work and free time are planned and organised with everyone's input. This means you should be willing to work in teams and bring with you many ideas on how your Sommerlager could be set up.