Safe Zone registration
Develop as an Ally and learn about Resources
- The Safe Zone program offers trainings each semester to educate our community and promote an inclusive campus environment. Safe Zone is a program on campuses across the nation building awareness and support of LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer) individuals.
- All workshops are free and open to the campus community. All students, staff members, and faculty members are welcome and strongly encouraged to attend. To identify as a Safe Zone Ally, complete Module 1: Awareness and Education as well as Module 2: Ally Development.
- Individuals who wish to continue to the next level, can participate in the train the trainer training. Offered only once a year. Module 1 must be completed before participating in this special training. We also recommend completion of module 2; however, it is not necessary.
SAFE ZONE WORKSHOP RSVP - Fall 24 and SPRING 2025
Safe Zone Module 1: Awareness and Education
This workshop is designed to be an introduction to LGBTQ+ terminology, experiences, and issues.including definitions related to assigned sex, gender identity, and sexual orientation; the coming out process; and resources for LGBTQ+ individuals. Note: Safe Zone Module 1 must be completed before individuals can attend Safe Zone Modules 2 or 3.
Fall 2024 - Module 1
Wednesday, Sep 25 from 3-5pm |
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Wednesday, Oct 23 from 1-3pm |
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Safe Zone Module 2: LGBTQ Ally Development (must have completed Module 1)
Thisworkshop focuses on expanding the network of LGBTQ+ allies at Montana State University. Participants will explore the meaning of being an ally, different forms of ally development, and how to apply this in their life. This workshop is appropriate for a range of people whether they are starting their journey as an ally for LGBTQ+ individuals or for those who already identify as allies and are looking to explore ways to expand on their development.
Participants will have the opportunity to join the Safe Zone ally network at MSU upon completing this session. As part of this process, individuals will receive their Safe Zone placards and/or buttons to identify themselves as Safe Zone allies. The Safe Zone symbol indicates a safe and welcoming place on campus for members of the LGBTQ+ community.
Fall 2024 - Module 2
Wednesday, Oct 9 from 3-5pm |
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Wednesday, Nov 6 from 1-3pm | Register |
Safe Zone Module 3: Mitigating Heterosexism and Transnegativity (must have completed Module 1)
This workshop reviews the concepts of heterosexism, transnegativity, implicit bias, and microaggressions as it relates to sexual orientation and gender identity. Participants will then have the opportunity to explore and identify areas of personal bias and microaggression with the aim of being able to mitigate these better through greater self-awareness. Participants will also have opportunity to identify action items to implement after the workshop to counter heterosexism and transnegativity.
Fall 2024 - Module 3
Wednesday, Oct 16 from 3-5pm |
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Wednesday, Nov 13 from 1-3pm | Register |
The modules below are for SPRING 2025
Safe Zone Module 1: Awareness and Education
SPRING 2025 - Module 1
Wednesday, Feb 5 from 3-5pm |
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Wednesday, Mar 5 from 1-3pm |
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Safe Zone Module 2: LGBTQ Ally Development
SPRING 2025 - Module 2
Wednesday, Feb 19 from 3-5pm |
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Wednesday, Mar 12 from 1-3pm | Register |
Safe Zone Module 3: Mitigating Heterosexism and Transnegativity (must have completed Module 1)
SPRING 2025 - Module 3
Wednesday, Feb 26 from 3-5pm |
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Wednesday, Mar 26 from 1-3pm | Register |
For help with registration or more information, call (406) 994-5801 or email diversity@montana.edu or hill@montana.edu.