safe space

[seyf speys]

noun

1. a place that provides a physically and emotionally safe environment for a person or group of people, especially a place where people can freely express themselves without fear of prejudice, negative judgment, etc..

   a safe space for single moms to share their experiences.

Word History and Origins

Origin of safe space¹

First recorded in 2005–10

When To Use

What does safe space mean?

A safe space is a physical or metaphorical place for people, usually of marginalized identities, to feel free of judgment or harm