Celebrating Inclusion and Empowerment
The Safe Zone Project at 吃瓜头条 is a resource hub dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for LGBTQ+ students, faculty, staff, and allies. It reflects the college’s commitment to creating a campus culture where diversity is celebrated, equity is prioritized, and everyone feels valued and respected.
What is Safe Zone?
Safe Zone trainings are opportunities to learn about LGBTQ+ identities, gender and sexuality, and examine prejudice, assumptions, and privilege.
- Safe Zone educates participants on how to become allies for our LGBTQ+ community.
- Topics cover gender identity, sexual orientation, and challenges students face.
- Inclusive language, responding to inappropriate behavior, and connecting to resources.
Safe Zone Training - Fall 2024
Wednesday, November 6th - In-person and Online
Location: STU-140 (The HUB) & Zoom
Time: 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday, Dec 4th - Zoom Only
Location: Zoom Only
Time: 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
“Supporting equality and inclusion for the LGBTQ+ population in education is not just about acceptance鈥攊t’s about empowering every student to thrive, learn, and lead in an environment where authenticity is celebrated and diversity is our greatest strength.”
Want to know more?
Visit the to learn more about Safe Zone and Safe Zone Training.
Safe Zone Trainers
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Jacqueline R Alvarez
ProfessorPhilosophy
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Cimmaron M Ruiz Sr.
EOPS Equity Counselor / CoordinatorEOPS
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