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Amaris Vitae is more than an organization—it is a living, breathing movement shaped by love, community, and creativity. Founded by Oliver Clark, Amaris Vitae emerged as a response to the need for conscious change in a world that often forgets the power of self-love and collective care. Its framework of acceptance, understanding, reflection, and action is the foundation, but its heart beats through Understanding Love 22.
Understanding Love 22 is the soul of Amaris Vitae’s activism and community presence. It was born out of the love between Oliver and his partner, Alfred, who envisioned a world where queer people could exist freely, unapologetically, and without fear. Together, they recognized that creating safe spaces was not only about protection—it was about empowerment, joy, and liberation. Out of their love, Understanding Love 22 came into being as a commitment to carve out spaces where queer voices could be nurtured, heard, and celebrated.
The name itself holds meaning: “Understanding Love” reflects the spiritual and practical work of seeing love as the binding force of humanity, while “22” represents partnership, balance, and the vision of building something greater together. Through this initiative, Amaris Vitae carries out its activism by cultivating communities rooted in inclusivity, resilience, and care, especially for those who have historically been pushed to the margins.
Creativity lies at the center of this vision. Amaris Vitae believes that creativity—whether expressed through art, writing, organizing, or music—is what will change the world. Music, in particular, has been a vital thread, drawing inspiration from the underground and independent movements that have long provided refuge for the unheard and a voice for resistance. Just as underground music challenges mainstream norms, Amaris Vitae and Understanding Love 22 invite people to disrupt old systems and imagine new possibilities.
The intention of Amaris Vitae is clear: to empower individuals and communities to grow, create, and live authentically, with love of self and humanity as the guiding principle. It is a space for queer empowerment, a home for creative expression, and a movement dedicated to reshaping the world through the transformative power of love.