Q. What is Safe Zone?

A. The safe zone symbol sends a message to students and colleagues. This message is one of understanding, non-judgment and knowledge of gay, lesbian, and bisexual persons' needs and concerns. It is symbolic of a willingness and a commitment on your part to provide an atmosphere of acceptance and assistance.

Q. Why do we need this Program at Cal Poly Pomona?

A. Information gained from GALA (Gay and Lesbian Alliance), the Gay, Lesbian, and Bisexual Faculty/Staff Association, and the University Diversity Committee is startling. Our gay, lesbian, and bisexual students feel nearly invisible on our campus and sometimes find the climate uninviting or even hostile. These conditions foil our attempts at fostering student development and growth. Safe Zone is a way for us to reach out to these students and include them in all aspects of education and community at CPU.

Quarterly training is held for members of the campus community. Department training and other special workshops are also available. Contact Jonnie Owens to arrange a training workshop for your department. For information about SAFE ZONE, contact Jonnie Owens by e-mail at jjowens@csupomona.edu or phone at (909)869-3064.

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Q. What do I need to be a Safe Zone at Cal Poly?

1. You believe that our campus is enriched and enlivened by the diversity of gay, lesbian, and bisexual people.
   
2. You are aware of the presence of gay, lesbian, and bisexual students and colleagues and are willing to engage them in genuine dialogue and interaction.
   
3. You are willing to discuss issues impacting gay, lesbian, and bisexual peoples' lives in a nonjudgmental manner.
   
4. You are willing to assist students in accessing support and information resources on campus and in the community.
   
5. You maintain confidentiality within the confines of your job.
   
6. You comfortably use inclusive language, avoiding stereotyping, and do not assume heterosexuality.

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