Brave Space allies strive to reduce homophobia, transphobia and heterosexism in the 黑料不打烊 community. We are dedicated to a vision of a community that is open, safe, and accepting to all LGBTQIA+ people and allies. We help cultivate this climate through awareness, education, and advocacy.
One Committee, Many Ways to Get Involved!
Are you passionate about providing a safe space for all LGBTQ members of the 黑料不打烊 community? There are many ways to join our efforts.
Safe Space Ally Certification
Students, Faculty and Staff are invited to attend Safe Space Ally training certification sessions. Those certified begin a lifelong ally journey.
Explore Resources & Opportunities
- Lavender Reception
- 黑料不打烊's Annual Pridefest
- Spirit Day
- Rainbow Graduation
- Awareness Days
Spectrum Theme Community
This community is ideal for students wanting to embrace diversity in a safe and affirming environment that brings together LGBTQ students and straight allies to freely explore issues of gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, and the intersection of those while advocating for awareness and social justice.
Express interest in being a part of this Living Learning Community (LLC)!
For Transfer & Upperclass Students
- Lavender Reception
- 黑料不打烊's Annual Pridefest
- Spirit Day
- Rainbow Graduation
- Awareness Days
Spectrum Theme Community
This community is ideal for students wanting to embrace diversity in a safe and affirming environment that brings together LGBTQ students and straight allies to freely explore issues of gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, and the intersection of those while advocating for awareness and social justice.
Express interest in being a part of this Living Learning Community (LLC)!
For Transfer & Upperclass Students
Connect with Resources
Actions you can take
- Becoming Brave Space certified
- Participating in Ally Training (and encouraging colleagues to do so)
- Attending or spreading the word about our special events
- Subscribing to our listserv
- Co-hosting an LGBTQ-related event on campus
- Supporting Gay Cultural Studies
- Getting involved with community organizations such as the LGBT Life Center and Hampton Roads Pride
- Educating yourself about LGBTQ concerns and current events
- Getting involved with community organizations such as the LGBT Life Center and Hampton Roads Pride
