Twenty10 is reviewing the Safe Space Guidelines
Twenty10 is reviewing the Safe Space Guidelines and we want you to fill out this survey!
Thanks so much to all of you who participated in the discussions at ShoutOut Newtown a few weeks ago, this is a follow up process to reach more folks.
Filling out the survey is a great way to share with us your thoughts and feelings about Safer Spaces at Twenty10.
Click here to get to the survey: www.surveymonkey.com/s/MY78XQN
A safer space at Twenty10 means a space free of:
- Homophobia, transphobia, racism, sexism & discrimination
- Bullying & put downs
- Illegal behaviour, including drug use and alcohol use on premises
- Weapons
- Stealing
- Kicking or throwing of objects
- Abusive/threatening beaviour, including verbal & physical violence
A safer space at Twenty10 means you need to:
Be aware of how you use your body. Everyone has a different history, comfort level and personal space needs. Everyone has differing understanding of what their boundaries are & how to communicate them.
Twenty10 seeks to make this space safe for all. We ask that this space is free of intimate touching, cuddling, kissing. We do this in order to protect each other from potentially intimidating, triggering or upsetting behaviour.
Respect each other, staff and the building.
Consider how much noise you're making. Twenty10 is a shared space where lots of things happen that need quiet. Consider that sometimes loud & boisterous behaviour can be intimidating or upsetting to others.
Respect others space. This means space to talk, space to eat, space to use the computer, space to be silent, space to be themselves, space to make their own decisions, physical space and emotional space.
Share the resources that are available - i.e. the computers, food (especially gluten free/vegetarian/vegan food)
Practise Food Safety & clean up after yourself
Keep in mind: It is okay to ask people about WHO they are. It is not okay to ask people about WHAT they are. It is not anyone's job to educate you about themselves or their identity. That being said, if you treat people with respect and listen when they talk about their experiences, they will generally do the same. If you are curious about something, ask a worker or do some research on your own!
A word about pronouns: A person's pronouns (he, she, hers, his, zie, they, theirs etc), like their name, belong to them and them alone, it is something that is self defined, so avoid making assumptions When you ask someone for their name, it is also a good idea to ask them what pronouns they use and don't assume.
What happens when the safe space guide is broken?
To maintain safety at Twenty10 groups, events and drop-in there is a warning system in place.
We ask that you actively listen to those who approach you about your behaviour. Validate what they are saying by not being defensive or dismissive about how others are feeling. Be open to criticism by asking for support.
If your behaviour is deemed a minor breach:
- You will be given two (2) opportunities to change your behaviour
- If you do not, you will be asked to leave the building and cannot access again until you have spoken with management.
If your behaviour is deemed to be a major breach (violence, threats of violence, illegal behaviour or threatening staff):
- There will be no warnings.
- You will be escorted from the building straight away.
- You may be excluded from Twenty10 groups, events and drop-in for up to 3 months, depending on the seriousness of the incident.
- Exclusion is reviewed monthly and you cannot access again until you have spoken with management.
