A Safe Space has the conditions of both a physically and emotionally secure place - it is marked both by the absence of negative traits where the students are free from harm and risk as well as by the presence of a number of positive elements that make this space worthy of trust.
Kiana Peprah
”A safe space is somewhere you can be yourself, feel comfortable and not have to worry about what others think about you.”
Ethan Garcia
“In a safe space, you are in an area that you feel comfortable in, you are protected.”
Genesis Medina
“A safe space is an environment where you can say things and do things without anyone judging you.”
Nerly Molina
“A safe space would be in a classroom, doing activities while talking to each other and communicating.”
Samara Jordan
“WHEDco is a safe space because of the amount of staff we have. Kids need protecting, but I feel safe and calm here.”