About the Safe Space Scheme

The Safe Space Sussex Scheme is a county-wide initiative aimed at making residents of Sussex feel safe and forms a network of locations offering a Safe Space for people to go if they feel unsafe, scared, threatened or at risk of harm, whilst out in public.

Safe spaces include businesses, organisations, community spaces, and various other publicly accessible eligible venues.

The purpose of the scheme is to provide a space and facilities where people can seek help, make a phone call or simply wait in a safe environment until they feel comfortable to continue their day.  

Organisations that have signed up have been assessed as suitable premises and provide individuals with access to a private or a quiet area, access to a phone, a toilet and drinking water, whilst accessing the space. 

All members of the Safe Space Sussex scheme receive guidance from the PCC’s office so they can provide appropriate support to those seeking help. Signage is provided to members to display in their shop windows, indicating their involvement in the scheme.

You can find the nearest safe space to you by using the map function on the website by using the devices location or entering a postcode.

Information on how to sign up to become a Safe Space can be found here.

If you have any questions regarding the scheme, please email [email protected]