May-June 2022
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Lunch and Learn: Queer Inclusive Mental Health
Tuesday, May 31 | Noon-1 p.m. | Zoom
(Educational Engagement/Cultural Exploration)
The Safe Zone Resource Center will host a panel discussion in observance of Mental Health Awareness Month in partnership with the UA Counseling Center, the Magic City Acceptance Center, and 5 Horizons. This panel will discuss characteristics of queer inclusive mental health resources and strategies for finding LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy and mental health services. Registration is required.
Safe Zone Hangouts: Video Games
Tuesday, May 31 | 1-2 p.m. | Safe Zone Lounge, 2418 Student Center
(Social Enrichment)
For this event in the series, attendees will be able to choose from a selection of video games in the Safe Zone Lounge. Participants will learn about LGBTQIA+ resources at UA and connect with other LGBTQIA+ individuals on campus. This group meets weekly on Tuesdays from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in the Safe Zone Lounge.
Invisible Histories LGBTQ+ T-shirt Exhibit
Wednesday, June 1-30 | Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Intercultural Diversity Center, 2100 Student Center
Cultural Engagement/Educational Engagement
In observance of Pride Month, the Safe Zone Resource Center will offer a T-shirt exhibit featuring the LGBTQIA+ community and activists from the Invisible Histories Project archives. Invisible Histories Project works with individuals, organizations and service providers to locate materials related to LGBTQ history of the Deep South.
This exhibit offers participants an opportunity to see examples of commemorative items that show the style and ethos of the Pride movement in Alabama through the past 30 years. For more information, contact the Safe Zone Resource Center at safezone@ua.edu.
Ally Training Program
Friday, June 3 | 1-3 p.m. | Zoom
Thursday, June 16 | 9-11 a.m. | Virtual
Educational Engagement/Cultural Exploration
The UA Safe Zone Ally Training Program provides a visible network of allies for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, and asexual (LGBTQIA+) individuals. Safe Zone Allies distribute information regarding sexuality, gender identity, campus and community resources, and methods for reporting harassment and/or discrimination. The Safe Zone Ally Training Program is a two-hour training session that allows participants to develop a working knowledge of appropriate and respectful LGBTQIA+ terminology; recognize the impact that a campus climate has on individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+; and identify areas of personal growth as a member of the UA community. Following the training program, participants are invited to sign up to serve as UA Safe Zone Allies. Registration is required. For more information, contact the Safe Zone Resource Center at 205-348-7297 or safezone@ua.edu.
Safe Zone Hangouts: Painting
Tuesday, June 7 | 1-2 p.m. | Safe Zone Lounge, 2418 Student Center
Social Enrichment
The Safe Zone Resource Center will host its weekly Safe Zone Hangouts series throughout the month of June. Participants will learn about LGBTQIA+ resources at UA and connect with other LGBTQIA+ individuals on campus.
For this event in the series, attendees will be provided with a canvas and painting supplies and will follow along to a painting tutorial as a group. For more information, contact the Safe Zone Resource Center at safezone@ua.edu.
Safe Zone Hangouts: Board Games
Tuesday, June 14 | 1-2 p.m. | Safe Zone Lounge, 2418 Student Center
Social Enrichment
For this event in the Safe Zone Hangouts series, attendees may choose from a selection of board games in the Safe Zone Lounge. Participants will learn about LGBTQIA+ resources at UA and connect with other LGBTQIA+ individuals on campus.
Safe Zone Hangouts: Crafts
Tuesday, June 21 | 1-2 p.m. | Safe Zone Lounge, 2418 Student Center
Social Enrichment
For this event in the series, attendees will be provided crafting supplies, and various crafting tutorials will be available. Participants will learn about LGBTQIA+ resources at UA and connect with other LGBTQIA+ individuals on campus. For more information, contact the Safe Zone Resource Center at safezone@ua.edu.
Safe Zone Hangouts: Video Games
Tuesday, June 28 | 1-2 p.m. | Safe Zone Lounge, 2418 Student Center
Social Enrichment
This event allows attendees to choose from a selection of video games in the Safe Zone Lounge. Participants will learn about LGBTQIA+ resources at UA and connect with other LGBTQIA+ individuals on campus. For more information, contact the Safe Zone Resource Center at safezone@ua.edu.