Snapshot
Whether in our meetings or on our streets, we can advance our struggle for justice by creating safer spaces for everyone, and by challenging the norms and power dynamics that make spaces unsafe for some people.
We cannot all succeed when half of us are held back.
— Malala Yousafzai
A safe space is where everyone feels fully able to express themselves without fear of being made to feel uncomfortable, unwelcome, or unsafe on account of their identity or background. In short, a safe space is a forum that enables the free exchange of ideas and experiences without the fear of judgment or intimidation. Whether in our own meetings or in the streets of our cities, we can advance our struggles for justice by creating safer spaces for everyone, and by challenging the norms and power dynamics that make spaces unsafe for some people.
Real world examples
Mujeres protestan en el Metro contra el acoso sexual (México)
There are no quick-fixes and easy answers for making public transportation (or any public spaces) safer, but many groups are trying. Here are four examples.