The Safe Place symbol is trademarked and depicts a police shield surrounding the colors that have traditionally symbolized the LGBTQ+ community since the 1970s. Other departments use it only with the permission of the Seattle Police Department. In 2018, the language on all decals was updated to encourage the reporting of all bias crimes in all communities, not just LGBTQ+.
The Safe Place decal is meant to convey inclusion and intersectionality with any and all individuals, regardless of their race, political beliefs, nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation and/or identification, or any other differences, either actual or perceived.
Use of the Safe Place Decal
To maintain continuity and branding, the badge shape with rainbow colors is trademarked as the official symbol of the Safe Place initiative. It should be displayed and used only after committing to the Safe Place principles and with the express permission of the Austin Police Department's Safe Place Coordinator.
How to Get a Decal
To order your own APD Safe Place Decal, you must complete a registration form and agree to participate in the program.
Send an email requesting to participate in the program.
Placement of the Safe Place Decal
The APD SAFE PLACE decals should ideally be placed 3'-5' from the ground near the building's front entrance.
