The Safe Space Training Program has made a return to the Loyola University Chicago campus through the Department of Student Diversity & Multicultural Affairs.  The new revised program is more interactive and offers many resources and ideas on how to be an effective ally.  Safe Space is a program that strives to provide a more hospital environment for LGBTQI (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Intersex) people by establishing an identifiable network of people who can provide support, information, and a safe haven to an LGBTQI person within the University community. 

The three goals that the training plans to meet are:

• To provide evidence of LGBTQI support by displaying a sign as a visible symbol of personal commitment. (Safe Space Sticker)
• To identify and mobilize a network of people who are empathetic and knowledgeable about LGBTQI issues and concerns.  The Safe Space training will emphasize knowledge about campus and community resources as well as counseling/helping skills.
• To reduce the fear of reprisal and discrimination of LGBTQI people within the Loyola University Chicago community.

If you are interested in scheduling a training for your student leaders or your department, please email Miguel Macias at mmacias2@luc.edu. Trainings are 3 hours long and are capped off to 20 people. A meal will be provided as part of the program.

 
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