safe places
[/seɪf pleɪsɪz/]
nounpl: safe places
lugares seguros
1. Locations or spaces where a person feels protected from physical harm, danger, or threats
The school designated several safe places for students to go during emergency drills.
A escola designou vários lugares seguros para os alunos irem durante simulados de emergência.
2. Spaces where individuals feel emotionally secure and accepted, free from judgment or harassment
Support groups provide safe places for people to share their struggles.
Grupos de apoio fornecem lugares seguros para as pessoas compartilharem suas dificuldades.
3. Designated refuge areas during natural disasters or emergencies
The community center serves as one of the safe places during hurricanes.
O centro comunitário funciona como um dos lugares seguros durante furacões.
In Brazil, the concept of 'lugares seguros' (safe places) has become increasingly important in discussions about urban violence, mental health support, and LGBTQ+ acceptance. In the USA, 'safe spaces' evolved from academic contexts to broader social movements, emphasizing emotional and psychological safety alongside physical security. Both cultures recognize safe places as essential for vulnerable populations including children, abuse survivors, and marginalized communities.
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