SAFE@HFC
SAFE@HFC provides support networks, advocacy, events, and LGBTQ+ resources for the Henry Ford College community.
Get Involved
For Students - Join SAGA
SAGA (Sexuality and Gender Acceptance) is HFC’s student organization supporting LGBTQ+ students and allies through community, advocacy, and events.
SAGA:
- Is open to all HFC students
- Hosts meetings and campus events
- Allows students to connect with peers and allies
For Employees and Allies
SAFE@HFC brings together faculty, staff, students, and community members who support LGBTQ+ inclusion and advocacy at HFC.
Ways to participate:
- Become a trained ally
- Find an ally (we are here for students and employees)
- Volunteer with SAFE@HFC
- Attend meetings and events
- Support campus advocacy initiatives
NOTE: While the SAGA student organization is solely for students, SAFE@HFC activities are open to everyone, and we welcome staff, faculty, and students at any time.
News and Events
Recent SAFE@HFC stories, campus events, and community updates.
June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month
Betsy Cohn retires from HFC after 31 years of teaching and service
HFC celebrates Campus Pride Month in April
Student Services Spotlight: SAFE@HFC
Identity and inclusion
Pronouns and why they matter
Henry Ford College recognizes and values the individuality of each of our students. This includes using a person's correct pronoun.
We encourage all who are interested in learning more about pronouns to visit Pronouns Matter. This site provides useful information on personal pronouns and their importance.
Preferred first name
Names matter. Henry Ford College will use the first name that you designate, wherever we legally can.
Submit a Preferred First Name Change Request form (login required) to designate a preferred first name for use in some HFC systems, documents, and communications.
LGBTQ-related definitions
A brief list of definitions of LGBTQ-related terms.
How to support people’s identities
A description of some basic steps you can take to support people in their identities, whether or not you are officially an HFC Ally.
Gender-Inclusive Restrooms
Students, staff, and visitors to Henry Ford College’s campuses have access to Gender Inclusive (also referred to as Gender Neutral, Unisex, or Family) restrooms.
Anyone is welcome to use these restrooms, regardless of your sex, gender identity, or expression.
Locations: Gender Inclusive Restrooms are located in buildings on both HFC campuses.
Campus Support
Counseling
HFC's Licensed Professional Counselors are available to assist you in a caring, confidential setting in dealing with many of life's challenges, including:
- Personal and identity issues
- Stress/anxiety reduction
- Career and life transitions
- Planning your future
- Study skills and time management
Campus Safety
Campus Safety (Building N on the main campus) provides security and safety services 24 hours per day/365 days per year.
Security services include patrol operations, SafeWalk, first aid response, vehicle jump-starts, incident and accident report documentation, parking enforcement, ID replacement, and security escorts.
Student Outreach and Support (SOS)
Student Outreach and Support provides personal and career counseling, a series of workshops, and funding to help HFC students succeed.
Student rights and responsibilities
HFC is dedicated to the education and enrichment of our students and the community.
Learn about the HFC Student Policies on Academic Integrity, Student Conduct and Due Process Procedure, and your rights and responsibilities as an HFC student.
Hawks’ Nest
The Hawks’ Nest food pantry provides supplemental food assistance to Henry Ford College students. Students may access the Hawks’ Nest during its open hours or by scheduled appointment.
We always welcome donations to help keep the Hawks' Nest food pantry stocked!
LGBTQ student scholarships
Scholarships often have specific deadlines. Refer to each scholarship resource for more information.
- The Forum Foundation Scholarship for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender students opens in the spring of each year.
- The Transgender First Scholarship is the first national scholarship for underserved transgender students, with an award of $2,500.
- The Point Foundation Community College Program provides scholarship support between $2,000-$4,800, access to counseling, coaching, financial education, and more.
- The League Foundation provides numerous scholarship opportunities.
- LGBTQ+ students are, of course, also eligible for dozens of other merit- and need-based scholarships that are available to all HFC students.
Other resources
External resources
Henry Ford College has provided a list of external (non-HFC) resources as a service to our community. These services are not specifically endorsed by HFC; they are provided as information only. If you cannot find what you are seeking, please reach out to one of our Allies for assistance. We are here for you!
Student Title IX Coordinator
Munira Kassim
Director of Student Conduct and Compliance and Title IX Coordinator
Building N, Office 227
mmkassim@hfcc.edu
313-845-6301