Agrarian Apothecary’s safer spaces policy
Fostering community wellbeing
Our commitment to creating and maintaining safer spaces at Agrarian Apothecary is a shared responsibility. Together, we strive to nurture an environment where the diversity, autonomy, and history of our community are celebrated. This Safer Spaces Policy articulates our collective aspirations and expectations for behaviour within our holistic clinic.
Community Accountability and Respect
Celebrating Diversity: We celebrate the strength, diversity, and autonomy of our community.
Respecting Differences: We respect different opinions, perspectives, and personal decisions.
Awareness of Privilege: We recognise our privileges and commit to understanding how our words, opinions, and feelings may impact others.
Physical and Emotional Safety
Creating Safe Spaces: We strive to ensure everyone is as physically and emotionally safe as possible.
Respecting Boundaries: Everyone has the right to feel safe, and their physical space and emotional boundaries must be respected.
Authentic Expression: Everyone has the right to express and live as their true authentic self.
Setting Boundaries: Individuals can set their own boundaries, which will be respected by the community.
Transparency and Accountability
Transparency and Self-Reflection: We promote transparency, accountability, and space for self-reflection within our community.
Learning and Growth: Challenges provide opportunities for reflection, learning, and growth.
Inclusive Communication
Inclusive Language: We commit to using inclusive language and respecting individual identities.
Pronoun Respect: When in doubt about an individual's pronouns, we encourage respectful inquiry.
Collaborative Safety
Creating and maintaining safety is a collaborative process involving all community members. The Safer Spaces Policy serves as a guide for:
Clearly defining responsibilities and expectations for everyone.
Supporting respectful ways of relating to others.
Allowing flexibility in adapting expectations based on the individuals present.
Inviting and providing a safe space for respectful feedback and communication of boundaries.
Ensuring the safety of all people, regardless of identity or lived experience.
Together, we foster a holistic community clinic where everyone is valued, safe, and respected.