The purpose of Safe Zone is to create a network of allies for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) students, and by doing so, to make the University community a safer and more supportive place. The Safe Zone program is a symbol of this University's efforts to increase awareness and acceptance of the LGBT community. Safe Zone ally training workshops, open to faculty, staff, and students, are held throughout the year. Allies receive a Safe Zone sign (shown below) to display in their offices and living space to let others know publicly that they identify as an ally for LGBT persons. Goals & Objectives of Safe Zone Allies develop: A deeper awareness of personal ideas, stereotypes, and assumptions related to gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender persons An increased comfort level in addressing LGBT issues such as "coming out" and heterosexism/homophobia An increased awareness of services both on campus and in the community that support LGBT students A network of community and campus staff, faculty, and students to support LGBT persons on campus What to look for: Click here for a list of allies. Please contact The Mosaic: Culture and Diversity Center if you'd like to become a SafeZone member.