Affinity Spaces

Affinity groups are spaces where individuals who share a common identity can come together for collaboration and support.  These commonalities are typically aspects that are unchangeable components of identity, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexuality, language, ability status, family structure, etc.  Affinity groups are most often useful for identities that have been historically silenced or marginalized, as historic (and contemporary) oppression can result in feelings of isolation in typical workplace and educational environments.  School-based affinity groups are often designated as “safe spaces” for folks to share how the affinity identity impacts their role in the educational setting and work toward some common mission or goal along those lines.  The absence of individuals who identify differently often creates this sense of safety for group members.

PSB boasts affinity spaces for students, as well as for educators and staff members. The affinity spaces that serve our students are school-specific and are made possible through the incredible commitment and tireless efforts of the educators and staff members that facilitate them.