Last night we held the first round of safeguarding training for our Safer Pagan Spaces Pledge holders, and it was genuinely heartening.
There were thoughtful questions, honest reflections, and rich discussion about what it really means to be Pagan and Heathen community leaders, the responsibility we carry, the difficult decisions we sometimes have to make, and the care we’re called to uphold and embody.
We spent time exploring what a safer space actually looks like and feels like, not just in theory, but in lived experience, for everyone who enters our circles, gatherings, and communities. The feedback was generous, reflective, and deeply encouraging.
A huge thank you to the Confederation of Heathen Kindreds and Asatru UK for hosting me, and for the openness, care, and leadership shown throughout the session. It was a real privilege to hold this space with you.
This work isn’t about perfection. It’s about intention, accountability, and walking alongside one another as we strengthen safeguarding practice across our traditions.
Our next step is to invite more pledge holders to join the next round of training. If your organisation hasn’t yet signed the Safer Pagan Spaces Pledge, now is a great time to do so. By signing, you’ll also receive access to our community safeguarding guidance, including policy templates and risk assessment tools, because this work should never be carried alone.
Together, with the support of the Police Pagan Association, we can set stronger, kinder, and clearer standards for leadership, care, and safeguarding across all our Pagan and Heathen communities.
Charlotte Pardy – Community Lead