
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.
Get nervous speaking in front of a group?
Let's do this!
We'll practice by speaking to our group about:
- Something we're passionate about.
- Something we think others should know.
- Something that has moved us.
- Trying out your new stand-up set!
(No politics, please. We're a nonprofit.)
Our stories will only be about five - ten minutes long. We'll be surrounded by supportive loving people in a safe space.
With a script or notes.
Or without.
Whatever you'd like.
You get to pick.
We can't wait to hear what you have to say.
We'll gather:
2nd Mondays
6:00 - 8:00pm
Ward 6 Council Offices East Room
3202 East 1st Street
Tucson, Arizona 85716
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Street parking is available out front. Walk around the back door and ring the door bell to get in.
We’ll be there setting up by 5:30 am - so come early to socialize if you'd like! Questions? Email OurSafeSpaceUS@gmail.com
Because you can do this thing.
You can do anything.
And we got you.
All the time.
Every time.
You can create your best life.
You can do what you want.
You can be what you want.
You can go where you want.
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 (4+)
See all- Monday Morning Koffee Klatch - ONLINELink visible for attendees
Announcing our weekly Monday Morning come-as-you-are fun!
Camera on, camera off.
Show up late, leave early.
No matter.What matters it the connections, conversation, and the coffee.
Or tea.
Or eggs over easy.
You pick.Make new friends, connect with old ones, give advice or get it. Swap weekend stories, recipes, favorite books or TV shows.
No agenda.
No politics.
Just starting our week off with fun.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.
Know a topic you'd like to discuss, a class you'd like to teach, a thing you'd like to learn? THIS is the place to do it.
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- Happy Not Perfect: July ONLINE Book ClubLink visible for attendees
Let's talk about Happy Not Perfect: Upgrade Your Mind, Challenge Your Thoughts, and Free Yourself from Anxiety
A clear path to overcoming uncertainty, perfectionism, and fears of rejection so you can finally find peace with the past and create a happier, healthier future.
Even before the pandemic brought on a crushing wave of stress, anxiety, isolation, life change, and financial struggle, there was already a growing mental health crisis. Due to a culture that encourages perfection, hustle, and fictional life/work balance, many are burning out. Behind her Instagram-projected image of "happy wellness founder," Poppy Jamie was also struggling mightily with perfectionism and life purpose.
She began working with mental health experts and researchers to find practical tools to overcome her inner critic and rewire her mind. She discovered that it is possible to create new neural pathways in your brain to break patterns of avoidance, challenge fears of not being good enough, and turn failure around by stretching the mind with new, healthier thought habits. The old wiring (and habits) that you've been stuck with can be written-over. You can actually upgrade your headspace to make curiosity, vulnerability, compassion, and emotional flexibility your default settings.
In the emphatic and trusted voice of Bridget Jones meets neuroscience, Poppy shares her Flexy Thoughts approach for changing how you react to emotional triggers and think of yourself while improving your mental and physical health, relationships, and vision of the future.
Join our "We Can Do This Thing!" ONLINE Book Group on Wednesday, July 9th @ 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
- 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!
- Vision Board Workshop at Bookmans!Bookmans Speedway (East), Tucson, AZ
Doesn'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!
- Summer Survival Workshop! Let's beat the heat together. . . .Needs location
It's here. Summer.
We're not allowed to be surprised.Have you ever:
- baked cookies on your car dashboard?
- driven wearing oven mitts?
- adjusted your sleep schedule to avoid the afternoon?
- turned your car into a monsoon boat on Tucson Blvd? (true story)
- ingested 5 gallons of water in one day?
- gone crazy battling the bugs, mosquitos, and our personal favorite - palo verde beetles?
Let's talk about how to make the best of what we have. Yes, it is possible to enjoy a southern Arizona summer with grace and style!
Bring your ideas and we'll share ours.
Mark your calendars!We'll gather in our NEW LOCATION at NOON!
Saturday 7/12/25
Noon - 2:00PM
Broadway & Alvernon - we don't advertise the location on the internet. After you RSVP, email OurSafeSpaceUS@gmail.com for the address.PS. Our meeting location has a swimming pool available for your use!
We’ll be there setting up by 11:30 am - so come early to socialize, set up and have snacks!
Because you can do this thing.
You can do anything.
And we got you.
All the time.
Every time.You can create your best life.
You can do what you want.
You can be what you want.
You can go where you want.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!