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You’re in a Safe Space.

The people at this business or organization will help you find the right next steps.

Safety – Experience a hate crime?

Safe Space Dublin can call 911 so you can report a crime to the Dublin Police.

Security – Feel threatened or intimidated?

Safe Space Dublin can call 911 so you can file a police report or so you can be connected with community resources and the right people to help support you.

Support – Are you in a crisis?

Safe Space Dublin can link you with mental health and behavioral services.

Safety, Security and Support

Here’s what to expect if you find yourself in need of help at a Safe Space location:

You’re now in a safe area. Someone at this location will help explain the next steps you can take toward safety.
Someone can help you call 911 to report any incidents that may have happened to you.
To use a Safe Space, you don’t have to speak to the police, but you’re encouraged to report threats or anything criminal to Dublin Police.
Someone will help connect you with the most appropriate resources for your situation.

Download the “How To Find Support” Worksheet for Users

Please remember, call 911 to report a crime or if you are in immediate danger. Safe Space locations are meant to offer additional support in instances when the person affected might not be able to call 911 or seek appropriate resources themselves. Calling the Dublin Police’s non-emergency line at 614.889.1112 can also connect you with a police officer for non-life-threatening situations.

There are a few questions anyone using a Safe Space will need to answer, with the assistance of trained allies.

Did you experience a bias or hate crime?

Safe Space Dublin allies can call 911 to help you report a crime to the Dublin Police.

Did you feel threatened or intimidated?

Allies can call 911 to help you file a police report or they can connect you with community resources and the right people to help.

Are you in a crisis?

Allies can link you with local mental health and behavioral services and resources, both for the short and long terms.

Download the “How To Help” Worksheet for Allies

You’re in a Safe Space.

Safety – Experience a hate crime?

Security – Feel threatened or intimidated?

Support – Are you in a crisis?

Safety, Security and Support

Here’s what to expect if you find yourself in need of help at a Safe Space location:

You’re now in a safe area. Someone at this location will help explain the next steps you can take toward safety.

Someone can help you call 911 to report any incidents that may have happened to you.

To use a Safe Space, you don’t have to speak to the police, but you’re encouraged to report threats or anything criminal to Dublin Police.

Someone will help connect you with the most appropriate resources for your situation.