Goddess Guidelines:

Goddess Night Out Safer Space Policy

At Goddess Night Out, we are committed to creating spaces that feel supportive and welcoming to women of all backgrounds, ages, abilities, and cultures. Goddess Night Out intends to be a feminine-focused community that upholds an inclusive definition of women. We are welcoming and respectful of all women, including trans women, who want to tap into their divine feminine energy in a safe space. Gatherings that are open to all genders will be clearly stated.

A safer space is a gathering or environment where all participants can feel comfortable to express themselves authentically and share their own experiences without fear of discrimination or retaliation. We use the word ‘safer’ to acknowledge that safety is relative: not everyone feels safe under the same conditions. By acknowledging the experiences of each person in the room, we hope to create as safe an environment as possible.

Goddess Night Out is committed to hosting gatherings and creating spaces that are anti-racist, anti-oppressive, and foster environments free from the constraints of perfectionism, while promoting accountability. As an organization, we are committed to centering women and the feminine experiences in all of our gatherings, even spaces that are open to all genders.

✨ When in doubt, treat others the way you want to be treated. ✨

Assume positive intent. Not everyone comes in with the same experiences and knowledge, so assume that people have good intent. Please have positive intent yourself and be accountable for the impact of your actions and words.

Respect differences of opinions, beliefs, and experiences that are not harmful or oppressive.

Use “I” statements - speak from your own experiences rather than generalizing.

Use the names and pronouns people ask you to use.

Respect emotional and physical boundaries by checking in before discussing upsetting topics or before initiating physical contact. Always accept that no means no. Be clear about your “NO” and understand that it is your personal responsibility to assert your own emotional and physical boundaries as well.

Understand that intention doesn’t always mitigate impact. Reflect on and improve your own language and behavior if necessary.

Assume Personal Responsibility and take care of yourself first.

• Take breaks from gatherings when needed.

• Assert healthy boundaries with yourself and others.

• Meet your physical needs: Listen to the signals of your body when participating in any activity or invitation.

• Come prepared. Nourish your body. Bring snacks if you have dietary restrictions or need to eat frequently. Bring pillows, cushions, a yoga mat, back support, socks, extra clothing, earplugs, or anything else your body needs to feel comfortable sitting in circle or participating in activities.

• Ask for assistance or support when you need it.

The following will not be tolerated in our spaces under any circumstances:

• Non-consensual touch 

• Sexualizing or objectifying others

• Shaming or belittling others or ourselves

• Making assumptions about others’ identities or experiences, including sexual orientation, gender identity, physical ability, heritage, nationality, or socioeconomic status

• Use of emotional violence, gaslighting, intimidation, or physical violence

• Any language or behavior that perpetuates racism, homophobia, transphobia, anti-Semitism, Islamophobia, anti-Blackness, anti-Indigenous, fatphobia, eating disorders, ableism, prejudice, or any other form of religious or cultural bigotry or discrimination

• Oppressive language or behavior

• All of the above behaviors include macro and microaggressions

We define oppressive language and behavior as:

“Demeaning, rejecting, marginalizing, or threatening someone on the basis of their inclusion in non-dominant social groups.”

Goddess Night Out is committed to prioritizing and supporting anyone impacted by these behaviors or actions.

If the Safer Space policy is violated, the following will happen:

Goddess Night Out team members acknowledge it is our responsibility to enforce this policy.

Please alert a member of our team if you witness or experience patterns of harm of any kind.

• If you feel you or someone else is in immediate harm that needs to be addressed, please alert one of the facilitators, or visit the front desk for assistance.

• If you do not feel comfortable directly addressing a member of our team in person, you can reach us and provide feedback or concerns through this form at any time: COMMUNITY CARE FORM

Any physical or sexual assault on another person will result in immediate removal from the space without refund. Failure to comply with any/all of the statements in this policy will result in removal from our gathering or space without refund.

This Safer Space Policy is a living, working document intended to reflect our ongoing commitment to creating a safe and inclusive environment.

Understand that team members are empowered to create and enforce rules in line with this policy and our mission statement more broadly. As we strive to address the diverse needs and experiences of our community, this policy will be updated periodically to incorporate new insights, feedback, and best practices.

We encourage restorative conversations to address misunderstandings, which may be facilitated with our support, and provided all affected parties’ consent. 

Please reach out if you want or need. Our team is here to help with any serious conflicts arising from the violation of these policies to the best of our abilities and resources.

We welcome and encourage constructive input from members of our community to ensure this policy remains relevant and effective. Any updates will be communicated clearly, with the goal of fostering transparency and mutual understanding.

✨ Let’s work together to co-create spaces that are safe, respectful, and allow for authentic expression, community connection, healing, and growth. ✨