Safe Space Ally Program
The St. Norbert College Safe Space Ally program is a network of faculty, staff and students, who are committed to providing support to LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning/queer) students on campus.
What the Safe Space Ally program Offers
- Formal training on key concepts and terminology
- The opportunity to increase awareness and understanding around the experiences LGBTQ individuals
- Guidance on how to serve as a source of support
- Encouragement to partake in additional training, self-evaluation of biases, attend LGBTQ events, speak up to support equality and fight discrimination
- The creation of a network of Safe Space Allies (students, faculty and staff) across campus
How Do I Find a Safe Space Ally?
- Look for an 'I AM AN ALLY' sign. These signify the person has completed the required Safe Space training and has agreed to be an ally.
More About the Training
- These trainings are open to anyone, regardless of whether you choose to serve as an Ally or not.
- Both Safe Space 1.0 LGBTQ Allyship Workshop and Safe Space 2.0 trainings are required to serve as an Ally.
- Training opportunities are available each semester, and likely in the summer as well.
Upcoming Safe Space Ally Training
A registration link can be found on MySNC when upcoming Safe Space workshop/training opportunities are scheduled. All training options are available to students, faculty and staff.
Email studentinclusion@snc.edu for more information.
More Resources
Online resources, such as this guide, are available on allyship which can support you in your efforts to serve as as a support to our LGBTQ+ population. Find more resources here.