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William Peace University
Safe Zone Training
SAFE ZONE:
A national educational initiative that builds a network of campus community members who provide safe spaces for LGBTQ+ students; the safe zone program affirms the right of all students to live and learn in a safe and repectful environment.
WHAT IS SAFE ZONE?
What is meant by "safe space"
A welcoming, supportive & safe environment (free from judgement--validating lived experiences) for LGBTQ+ identified persons/students; usually marked by a Safe Zone sign
Safe Space vs. Brave Space
Safe Zones/ Spaces
where a safe space is intended to be judgement FREE; In brave spaces, we encourage risk taking and leaning into discomfort; CHALLENGE with the spirit of seeking greater understanding
**Please note, that safe spaces and our safe zones, do NOT indicate that this space is FREE of BIAS! Our safe zone signs indicate a person's willingness to be a supportive and informed ALLY
Be Mindful
as we Engage
Session Guidelines & Expectations
Engage in open & honest dialogue
Participate Fully--at your comfort level
Step Up & Step Back
Speak from personal experience (use "I" statements )
Lean In (to discomfort)
Remember:
INTENT vs. IMPACT
Don't Yuk Someone's Yum
ELMO
C.R.A.B.S. Ass Rule
YES...AND > But
EMPATHY is a pre-requisite for Understanding
ACTIVITY: YUP,NOPE & NOT SURE
- I have stood up for (or advocated for) an LGBTQ+ person who was being bullied, harassed or marginalized.
- When speaking about or planning events, activities or programs involving couples, I usually include LGBTQ+ couples.
- I worry that my religious beliefs/ personal values might impede my ability to provide a safe space.
- I worry that if/when I make a mistake, it might hurt my relationships with students and/or colleagues.
- If someone were to come out to me as LGBTQ+ I am prepared and know what to say or do.
- I easily recognize when jokes/comments are made about stereotypes (usually negative) of LGBT people and feel comfortable or equipped to point out the bias?
- I feel/think I know enough to provide an LGBTQ+ "safe space" in my office.
- I usually assume persons I am speaking with are heterosexual? For example, Asking, do you have a boyfriend/girlfriend rather than, "do you have a partner or significant other"
WHY be Safe Zone Trained?
- Make yourself known as an ALLY
- Knowing there are supportive educators in their school communities, helps LGBTQ+ students stay in school (GLSEN research)
- Contribute to creating an inclusive campus community (growing the network of support)
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NEW LGBTQ+ Initiatives from Office of Diversity & Inclusion
LGBTQ+ Programs on campus
All the LGBTQ+ programming will be branded as part of this "anchor" program out of the diversity office. The programs will be both educational & community building. To date the OUT&ABOUT@WPU programs include:
- National Coming Out Day
- Safe Zone Training
- Ally 101 and Ally+ training
- LGBT History month
- Trans Day of Remembrance
- National Day of Silence
- more to come.....!
Some Background
We honor history through education & training--contributing to the network of informed allies that contributes to the movement
Brief
Overiew
Some History & the Rainbow Colors
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Essential
Knowledge
Unpacking Privilege
Why is privilege part of this conversation?
At the core of this are different types of privilege:
- Heteroprivilege
- Cis-privilege
- Intersectionality
Unpacking Privilege
ACTIVITY: Privileges For Sale
ACTIVITY: Privileges For Sale
How does this demonstrate WHY privilege is essential to this training?
TAKEAWAY:
Its important to understand your privilege. Once you recognize your privilege, know what to do with it!
What you do with your privilege can be the difference between GUILT versus ACTION
How to Change
the World?
Start with yourself...
Understanding Language
Gender vs Sex and other Nuanced Language, Like..........
........Gender Identity & Expression:
What you should know....
Understanding Gender Beyond The Binary
Beyond the Binary
Another way to understand gender:
Gender Identities
GENDER BEYOND THE BINARY
- https://prezi.com/yvqu4hrcexig/gender-identity-expression-map/
SOME GENDER IDENTITIES INCLUDE:
- Gender Queer
- Transgender
- Agender
- Cis-gender
- Intersex
Gender Non Conforming
And then there were PRONOUNS!
Various gender pronouns are used within the LGBTQ+ community and among allies. This practice (of using gender neutral pronouns) is part of using INCLUSIVE LANGUAGE which contributes building inclusive classrooms and spaces.
Gender-bread Person as an Example
Putting this into Practice
HEAR IT DIRECTLY FROM COLLEGE STUDENTS!
In Summary...
Tips for USE of INCLUSIVE LANGUAGE in your practices where applicable:
- model use of gender inclusive/neutral pronouns
- don't assume hetero as the NORM (not all families and relationships will be hetero
- use wording that incorporates ALL genders such as, children instead of boys & girls, people of all genders, instead of men & women; siblings instead of brothers or sisters
- Review the LGBTQIA+ Inclusive Language Do's & Don'ts in your manual!
Coming Out
Explained and Unpacked!
ACTIVITIES!
Designing Safe Zone Spaces!
Group activity, create your ideal safe space on campus!
- Break up into your teams
- Each team will receive an assigned department/functional area of a campus
- The team must design and describe their department as inclusive of LGBTQ+ experiences
Providing a Safe Zone
Putting this into practice....
What's Expected of a Safe Zone Ally?
VISIBILITY IS KEY!
Visibilty is your most important role as a Safe Zone Trained Ally. The most important expectation of this role is displaying your sign!
The Safe Zone Sign & Expectations
- REMEMBER-the sign signals that your work space is a SAFE SPACE, specifically for LGBTQ+ students to speak about their LGBTQ+ identities
- Make a personal contribution to building an inclusive campus and enhancing the student experience (with your knowledge of how to support appropriately)
- RESPECT the students' need for privavcy & confidentiality (as appropriate)
- Provide empathy, support, information and referrals as needed
What's NOT Expected or Required?
- Knowing all the answers to LGBTQ+ questions/issues/concerns
- Being a personal counselor
- Participating in activism/protests or stating any political positions
- Displaying the sign if you're uncomfortable for any reason (the sign is OPTIONAL)
QUESTIONS?
Additional resources are available in your training guide and with the
Office of Diversity & Inclusion
Take part in our OUT & About LGBTQ+ programming throughout the year!