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SAFE SPACE [1 record]

Record 1 2023-04-27

English

Subject field(s)
  • Psychology (General)
  • Occupational Health and Safety
  • Sociology
DEF

A physical or virtual space or environment where people can express themselves and share experiences without fear of discrimination, judgment, conflict, criticism, harassment or repercussions.

OBS

A safe space can be created for a particular purpose and is meant to be rooted in empathy and support.

OBS

A safe space can have as few as two people or can include all the members of a team, network, department or organization.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Psychologie (Généralités)
  • Santé et sécurité au travail
  • Sociologie
DEF

Espace ou environnement physique ou virtuel où les personnes peuvent s'exprimer et partager leurs expériences sans crainte de discrimination, jugement, conflit, critiques, harcèlement ou répercussions.

OBS

Un espace sûr peut être créé dans un but spécifique. Il s'agit d'un espace axé sur l'empathie et le soutien.

OBS

Un espace sûr peut être composé de deux personnes ou bien comprendre l'ensemble d'une équipe, d'un réseau, d'un service ou d'une organisation.

Spanish

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