About us
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
Spark & Flow ONLINE Weekly Drop-in Poetry Workshop with Gretchen!
Spark & Flow:
Where ideas ignite and words wander.
Spark & Flow is a weekly ONLINE drop-in poetry workshop designed for anyone who loves words and poetry—or simply wants to explore them more.
Whether you’re an accomplished poet or have never written a poem before, you’ll find inspiration and encouragement here.
We'll begin each session reading and talking about three different poems. Then use the imagery, inspiration and emotions we've uncovered to create our own work - using writing prompts.
It's a safe, judgement-free zone. Where you share as much as you want - a little or a lot.
No experience required, no rules to follow - just curiosity, connection, and the joy of seeing where your words can take you.
Facilitated by the fabulous Gretchen Wirges. Gretchen happily accepts optional donations for her facilitation—never expected, always appreciated.
Sunday Mornings ONLINE at 10:00 AM MST
Bring your pen, paper, and love of words.
That's all you'll need!
Questions? Email OurSafeSpaceUS@gmail.com
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 HERE
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!
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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 2026 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!
6 attendees
Sound Healing Session at Open Lotus Meditation
Open Lotus Meditation, 4400 E Broadway Blvd. Suite #503, Tucson, AZ, USTHIS IS NOT A FREE WORKSHOP - but I can tell you it is a STEAL at the price of $25.00. Give yourself an early Valentines Gift!
Yes, I will be there with you at the event. As of this very minute, there are 6 open spots.
SIGN UP (AND PAY) FOR THE EVENT AT THIS LINK!
RESERVE YOUR SPOT AT THE LINK ABOVE.
AN RSVP WON'T DO IT!This will be an hour+ of total relaxation in an intimate and private setting in Midtown. Conducted by Padma Rukmini devi dasi herself
You'll relax, let go of what no longer serves you, align your chakras, and awaken your heart and body to healing.
WARNING: Padma's sound baths are addicting. I am not kidding. You'll want to come back every week. I do.
February 13th
11:00pm - 12:30pm
Open Lotus Meditation
4400 E Broadway Blvd. Suite #503 Tucson, AZ 85711
RESERVE YOUR SPOT AT THE LINK ABOVE.
AN RSVP WON'T DO IT!Question? Email OurSafeSpaceUS@gmail.com
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 HERE
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!
5 attendees
New Moon Intentional Wisdoms - Quarterly Outdoor Event
Location not specified yetCome join us outdoors, by the fire, for our Quarterly New Moon Intentional Wisdoms event.
We'll gather at our Broadway and Alvernon meeting space - to envision, transcribe, and release our emotions, thoughts, and ideas for the upcoming months.
Community, conversation, and our collective energy will magnify our individual efforts - helping inspire our finest intentional wisdoms through the power of our group dynamic.
AND as an added bonus, we have some light-hearted Improv fun afterwards! Nothing fancy or difficult - just practicing our "Yes, and" teamwork and laughter. No one is planning a stage career. :)
Come for all of the afternoon - or part of it. Nothing but relaxed fun while we work on creating the lives of our dreams. Together.
Please RSVP
Saturday, February 14th
NOON - 4:00 PM
Broadway & Alvernon address - we don't advertise the location on the internet. After you RSVP, email OurSafeSpaceUS@gmail.com for the exact address.Feel free to bring your own notebook for writing, your favorite outdoor chair and any extra firewood you might have laying around.
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!
16 attendeesSpark & Flow ONLINE Weekly Drop-in Poetry Workshop with Gretchen!
·OnlineOnlineSpark & Flow:
Where ideas ignite and words wander.Spark & Flow is a weekly ONLINE drop-in poetry workshop designed for anyone who loves words and poetry—or simply wants to explore them more.
Whether you’re an accomplished poet or have never written a poem before, you’ll find inspiration and encouragement here.
We'll begin each session reading and talking about three different poems. Then use the imagery, inspiration and emotions we've uncovered to create our own work - using writing prompts.
It's a safe, judgement-free zone. Where you share as much as you want - a little or a lot.
No experience required, no rules to follow - just curiosity, connection, and the joy of seeing where your words can take you.
Facilitated by the fabulous Gretchen Wirges. Gretchen happily accepts optional donations for her facilitation—never expected, always appreciated.
Sunday Mornings ONLINE at 10:00 AM MST
Bring your pen, paper, and love of words.
That's all you'll need!Questions? Email OurSafeSpaceUS@gmail.com
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 HERE
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
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