Safe Space
Safe, calm support for LGBTQIA+ people and allies across Swale and the Isle of Sheppey.
If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 999. For urgent medical advice, use NHS 111.
What is a Safe Space
Safe Space is a network of local places that agree to be visibly welcoming and ready to help if someone needs support. You might use a Safe Space if you feel unsafe, overwhelmed, harassed, or you just need a calm moment to get yourself together.
You do not need to explain everything. You can tell us as much or as little as you want.
What you can expect
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Respect and non judgement
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Your name and pronouns used
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A calm space to sit and breathe
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Help contacting a friend, steward, venue staff, or emergency services if needed
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Support that follows your choices
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Signposting to specialist support if you want it
What we can do
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Listen and help you feel calmer
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Help you move somewhere safer
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Help you contact someone you trust
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Help you report what happened
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Share local and national support options
What we cannot do
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Provide medical care
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Provide counselling or therapy
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Provide legal advice
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Replace emergency services