The Rider SafeZone Program is a campus wide voluntary program that creates allies, support systems and resources for the LGBTQIA+ community. It is designed to create a network of allies so people can visibly identify faculty, staff and students who support the LGBTQIA+ population and can provide a safe and nondiscriminatory environment on campus for members of the LGBTQIA+ community. They can provide support, information, and resources available both locally and nationally.
For more information regarding the Rider SafeZone Program, please contact the team at ccb@rider.edu.
Register for Rider SafeZone Training
Please note that all workshops are in person and will take place in the BLC, Center for Community + Belonging in the Large "MAC" Meeting Room.
Students
SafeZone Student Fall 2025 Training Dates
- Thursday, October 9, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Friday, October 24, 2 to 5 p.m.
- Tuesday, November 4, Noon to 3 p.m.
- Wednesday, November 19, 2 to 5 p.m.
Register: SafeZone Student Training
Faculty & Staff
SafeZone Faculty/Staff Fall 2025 Training Dates
- Tuesday, October 14, Noon to 3 p.m.
- Friday, November 14, Noon to 3 p.m.
- Friday, December 5, Noon to 3 p.m.
Register: SafeZone Faculty/Staff Training
Facilitators
(must attend SafeZone training before signing up)
- Tuesday, October 28, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Friday, November 21, 2 to 5 p.m.
Allies
Allies have attended SafeZone Training and agreed to be visible allies of the LGBTQIA+ community on campus. Allies can be identified by their display of the decal below.
What does the sticker mean?

The display of the SafeZone sticker means that the owner has attended a SafeZone Training and agreed to be supportive and affirming of the LGBTQIA+ community. It does not mean that the owner identifies as lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender. Anyone is welcome to become an ally, even if they are a part of the LGBTQIA+ community.
The absence of a SafeZone symbol should not be interpreted in any way nor does it imply that the person or space is not safe. The University’s values, as well as nondiscrimination and harassment policies, clearly articulate the University’s expectations that all community members will be treated fairly.
If you are interested in scheduling a SafeZone Training for your department please contact the team at ccb@rider.edu.