Calling all Faculty & Staff: Become an Ally

The UHCL Safe Zone Program is a faculty and staff program designed to help create a safe and supportive environment for everyone in the UHCL community.  The Safe Zone Program was specifically created to address the needs of UHCL community members who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, and/or transgender.

Allies work to  advocate and act as a visible resource for the LGBT community at UHCL.

All faculty and staff members interested in becoming an Ally are  invited to attend an Ally Orientation on Nov. 30, 2010 from 3 to 4 pm in the Student Organizations Room (SSCB 1.202.07).

RSVPs would be appreciated. RSVP to Julie Smith, Coordinator Women’s and LGBT Services, at 281-283-2578 or smithj@uhcl.edu.

Faculty and staff members interested in becoming an ally, but unable to make this session may contact Julie Smith to arrange for a separate orientation.

It IISS’s goal to have Allies in every department and school on campus. Being an Ally is beneficial to the Ally and all UHCL students. This is a no brain-er decision.

Members of the Safe Zone Program:

1. Work to ensure all members of the LGBT community will be treated with dignity and respect;
2. Assist LGBT students, staff, administrators, and faculty achieve their educational and career goals, by creating an inclusive, safe environment for learning and working;
3. Provide the LGBT community with support, safety, and referral regarding LGBT related issues;
4. Work to ensure UHCL policies, procedures, and practices reflect and promote a just, open, and an affirming environment for LGBT students, staff, administrators, and faculty;
5. Identify a network of allies who are concerned and empathetic about LGBT issues.

Visit the new IISS website to learn more about becoming an Ally as well as the other services offered.