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About the Safe Zone Program

The Safe Zone program is based on the commitment of Coastal Carolina University faculty, staff and students to the value of cultural diversity and the needs of lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender/queer (LGBTQ) students, faculty and staff.

Mission and Purpose

Safe Zone members are committed to providing an environment in which every student and employee is free to thrive on an academic, professional, and personal level within a community that is based on respect and dignity. We are proud of Coastal Carolina University's culturally diverse population and support cultural diversity in every way possible. Safe Zone sends a message that sexual orientations and gender presentations are part of our culture and are acknowledged and supported. Safe Zone provides a visible network of volunteers for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and other individuals seeking information and assistance regarding sexual orientation, gender identity, harassment and/or discrimination.

Volunteer Participation

Participation in the Safe Zone program is voluntary. Safe Zone makes no assumptions regarding the reasons people choose not to participate. Publicity about the program clearly describes volunteers as persons who have chosen to be identified and available as resources to offer confidential support, respect, assistance and accurate information related to LGBTQ issues and concerns.