History of Safe Black Space

Safe Black Space Community Healing Circles started in April 2018 in response to increased racial tensions and trauma after the killing of Stephon Clark, an unarmed 22 year old Black man, by the Sacramento Police. Meant to provide a chance for Black people to deal with the rage, shock, fear, and sadness that so many of us were (and are) feeling.

Safe Black Space has mobilized a growing collective of local practitioners, community members and activists, faith leaders, educators and others of African ancestry. This village has been offering Safe Black Space Community Healing Circles on a monthly basis across Sacramento, as well as advocating locally and demanding justice in instances of racism and oppression.

Safe Black Space Community Healing Circles

Safe Black Space Community Healing Circles have been successful in addressing racial trauma caused by the Stephon Clark killing and offering support to participants locally in Sacramento. These are being offered by request monthly in different locations (faith and community based organizations).

Approximately 25 volunteers have been trained to lead small group conversations for Safe Black Space Community Healing Circles. Components include African centered healing strategies (e.g. libation, drumming, etc.), mindfulness and other emotional self-care exercises. We continue to expand our team of volunteers in order to build our capacity to respond to requests for healing circles upon demand.

VISION:

Safe Black Space envisions a world where in the face of racial trauma, Black communities are equipped to heal and thrive.

MISSION:

Our mission is to create a culture of Black wellness by making Safe Black Space accessible nationally.