What we’re about
Looking for a place where you can grow, laugh, and connect with awesome people?
You've found it! At Our Safe Space, we celebrate personal growth, self-discovery, and good vibes. Whether you're here to find support, make friends, or just have a good time, you're in the right place. Let's embark on this journey together—one filled with joy, kindness, and a ton of fun!
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Our Safe Space is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that empowers feminine energy in any form, fostering growth and resilience by providing a positive space where everyone can thrive through self-discovery and community.
This nonprofit and is founded and led by Gayla Gongwer, a seasoned educator, trainer, and facilitator, who brings decades of experience and energy to her work. Born in Kentucky, she earned her degree in social psychology from Illinois State University before venturing west of the Mississippi in 1979 – and has gratefully avoided living in winter ever since.
Currently, Gayla is dedicated to growing her lifelong dream, "Our Safe Space," a nonprofit organization committed to helping everyone live the life of their dreams. Whatever that dream might be.
With a passion for community engagement, she currently volunteers weekly at Friends of the Library and serves on the Board & Marketing Committee. Gayla's love for literature extends beyond her volunteer work; she belongs to so many book clubs that she needs to track them on a spreadsheet.
Driven by her commitment to creating positive change and fostering inclusivity, Gayla invites you to join her in making a difference through "Our Safe Space" and beyond.
Non-Discrimination Policy
At Our Safe Space, we are deeply committed to creating a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We do not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or exclusion based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, religion, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic that makes each individual unique.
We celebrate diversity and recognize that our strength lies in the richness of our differences. We are dedicated to fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect, dignity, and understanding, where everyone feels valued, heard, and safe.
This commitment extends to all aspects of our organization, including programs, events, and interactions. Together, we strive to create a space where everyone can truly belong and grow.
Featured event
Men's Books & Chat - Relax, Read, and Connect!
Men’s Book & Chat! Unlike other book clubs, there's no prep!
Bring whatever you’re reading—mystery, history, sci-fi, or even a sports mag—and join others for an evening away from the monotony of everyday life.
At Men’s Book & Chat, our books are our icebreakers - creating a comfortable space where we can relax, read and connect with each other. We’ll split our time evenly: half for quiet reading, half for conversation.
It’s a laid-back break from the everyday grind—a chance to escape into your own pages, then swap thoughts, ideas, and laughs with other readers. No pressure, no homework—just time to read, relax, and recharge together.
At Men's Books & Chat we read, then chat with others about our books. Then we read again! Ending up with a group discussion. And feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks!
6:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd Tuesday of every month
Midtown - Ward 6 Office
3202 East 1st Street - East Room
Tucson, Arizona 85716
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STREET PARKING - COME TO THE BACK DOOR AND RING THE BELL FOR ENTRY.
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Looking for a place where you can grow, laugh, and connect with awesome people? You've found it!
At Our Safe Space, we celebrate personal growth, self-discovery, and good vibes. Whether you're here to find support, make friends, or just have a good time, you're in the right place. Let's embark on this journey together—one filled with joy, kindness, and a ton of fun.
Website - https://www.oursafespaceus.org/
Sign up for our newsletter - https://bit.ly/OSSNewsletter
Donate - bit.ly/OurSafeSpacePayPal
Our Safe Space is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that celebrates personal growth, self-discovery, and good vibes. Whether you're here to find support, make friends, or just have a good time, you're in the right place. Let's embark on this journey together—one filled with joy, kindness, and a ton of fun!
Upcoming events
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•OnlineOctober ONLINE Book Club - The Body Is Not An Apology
OnlineLet's talk about Sonya Renee Taylor's "The Body Is Not An Apology"
The Body is Not An Apology began as a conversation between two friends. Natasha feared she had an unintended pregnancy and when Sonya asked why Natasha had chosen to have unprotected sex with a casual partner, Natasha shared that her cerebral palsy made it difficult to be sexual and thus she did not feel entitled to ask her sexual partner to use a condom.
Sonya's response was swift, "Your body is not an apology. You do not use it to say 'sorry for my disability." Sonya and Natasha created what Sonya refers to as a transformational portal by presencing three critical elements Radical Honesty, Radical Vulnerability, and Radical Empathy. It was from this powerful act that The Body is not An Apology was born.
Join our "We Can Do This Thing!" ONLINE Book Group on Wednesday, October 8th @ 6:00 pm!
And let the record show, we don't care if you haven't read the book yet. Just show up and enjoy the excellent company. You might find out it's a book you'd like to read afterwards.
You can read this book for zero dollars at
- Pima County Library
You can get it for less than full-price dollars
- PimaFriends.com
- Thriftbooks.com
- Bookshops.org
- Abebooks
- Ebay
See you on Zoom!
Looking for a place where you can grow, laugh, and connect with awesome people? You've found it!
At Our Safe Space, we celebrate personal growth, self-discovery, and good vibes. Whether you're here to find support, make friends, or just have a good time, you're in the right place. Let's embark on this journey together—one filled with joy, kindness, and a ton of fun.
Website - https://www.oursafespaceus.org/
Sign up for our newsletter - https://bit.ly/OSSNewsletter
Donate - bit.ly/OurSafeSpacePayPalOur Safe Space is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that celebrates personal growth, self-discovery, and good vibes. Whether you're here to find support, make friends, or just have a good time, you're in the right place. Let's embark on this journey together—one filled with joy, kindness, and a ton of fun!
4 attendees
Vision Board Workshop at Bookmans!
Bookmans Speedway (East), 6230 E Speedway Boulevard, Tucson, AZ, USDoesn't matter if you've never made a Vision Board before or if you're old pro. It's all about visualizing your perfect life & making your dreams come true. Make 2025 the best year of your life so far.
Better yet - bring some friends and make it party!
We'll provide poster board, glue, scissors and supplies - but feel free to bring anything else you’d like – your own magazines, construction paper, or stickers. Or bring your laptop/tablet and create your board digitally!
Vision Boards can be made any way you’d like! There are no rules for picturing joy and happiness in your life.
2nd Thursday of Every Month
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Bookmans
6230 E. Speedway Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85712Looking for a place where you can grow, laugh, and connect with awesome people? You've found it!
At Our Safe Space, we celebrate personal growth, self-discovery, and good vibes. Whether you're here to find support, make friends, or just have a good time, you're in the right place. Let's embark on this journey together—one filled with joy, kindness, and a ton of fun.
Website - https://www.oursafespaceus.org/
Sign up for our newsletter - https://bit.ly/OSSNewsletter
Donate - bit.ly/OurSafeSpacePayPalOur Safe Space is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that celebrates personal growth, self-discovery, and good vibes. Whether you're here to find support, make friends, or just have a good time, you're in the right place. Let's embark on this journey together—one filled with joy, kindness, and a ton of fun!
9 attendees
The Friendship Factor: Building Real Connections
Ward 6 Council Offices, 3202 E. 1st St, Tucson, AZ, USThe Friendship Factor: Building Real Connections
True friends make the world brighter, but building real connections as adults can feel like solving a mystery.
This workshop is your chance to laugh, learn, and explore what makes friendships strong, fun, and lasting.
Together we’ll talk about how to create authentic bonds, set healthy boundaries, and grow the kind of circle that lifts you up. Bring your curiosity (and maybe a friend!) for an afternoon of connection you won’t forget.
In Person Workshop
Noon - 2:00pm
Saturday, October 11th
Midtown - Ward 6 Office
3202 East 1st Street - East Room
Tucson, Arizona 85716
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STREET PARKING
COME TO THE BACK DOOR AND RING THE BELL FOR ENTRY.Looking for a place where you can grow, laugh, and connect with awesome people? You've found it!
At Our Safe Space, we celebrate personal growth, self-discovery, and good vibes. Whether you're here to find support, make friends, or just have a good time, you're in the right place. Let's embark on this journey together—one filled with joy, kindness, and a ton of fun.
Website - https://www.oursafespaceus.org/
Sign up for our newsletter - https://bit.ly/OSSNewsletter
Donate - bit.ly/OurSafeSpacePayPalOur Safe Space is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that celebrates personal growth, self-discovery, and good vibes. Whether you're here to find support, make friends, or just have a good time, you're in the right place. Let's embark on this journey together—one filled with joy, kindness, and a ton of fun!
20 attendees
"Ask A Lawyer" Informal Discussion About Immigration
Location not specified yetOur Safe Space is sharing this event hosted by SecularAZ - Arizona's Voice for the Separation of Religion & Government
Please join us on October 11 in Tucson for Ask a Lawyer*,* an informal discussion with legal experts to answer your concerns and questions about immigration law and attacks on the migrant community in Arizona. *No questions about individual cases please!*
Where: RSVP at secularaz.org/tucsonlawyer.
Address near Broadway/Alvernon in Tucson. (Registered guests will receive the exact location the day before the event)When: Saturday, October 11 from 5:30-7:00pm
What: BYOB – light refreshments provided
Who: Our hosts are Executive Director Jeanne Casteen and Development Director Eddie Chavez Calderon.Our guest speakers are:
- Margo Cowan, immigration activist and founder of Pima County Justice for All
- Mo Goldman, immigration attorney at Goldman Immigration, PC
This is Southern Arizona’s chance to meet Secular AZ’s Executive Director and Development Director, AND discuss the current ICE situation in Greater Tucson.
Questions? Call/text Mary Ganapol at 520-907-5207
While we’re not charging for the event, we ask you to donate what you can to support our work. Thank you!
2 attendees
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