Third Space Sundays: Mission

Third Space Sundays exists to create a consistent, welcoming space where everyone belongs. In a time of loneliness, division, isolation, and productivity-obsessed gatherings, Third Space Sundays offers a simple promise: one hour a week, together.

Community Agreements

https://www.thirdspacesundays.org/community-agreements

Our core values are reciprocity and belonging. We’re here to connect with each other. We understand that when we share, we speak from our lived experiences, and when we listen, we do so with an open mind. 

  • We speak from our own experiences.

  • We listen generously and with open minds.

  • We agree that racism, sexism, ableism, homophobia, and other harmful speech don’t belong here.

  • We take responsibility if we cause harm, and we receive feedback with care.

  • We believe that boundaries and structure are part of what makes safety possible.

Accountability System: No Harassment, No Drama

At Third Space Sundays, we’re creating a space grounded in belonging and reciprocity. To protect that space, we name two behaviors that go against our community agreements:

Harassment = Immediate Removal

Third Space Sundays is open to all, and harassment of any kind is not. To create a space of belonging, we have a zero-tolerance policy for harassment.

We do not allow:

  • Hate speech or discriminatory remarks

  • Sexual comments or unwanted attention

  • Threats, intimidation, or bullying

Anyone who violates these policies will be asked to leave immediately to protect the group's safety.

Anti-Drama Policy = Warning System 

Conflict and disagreement are natural in a group setting, but when behavior disrupts connection or distracts from the gathering's purpose, it makes the space less welcoming for everyone.

We define drama as:

  • Repeated tension or disputes that take energy away from the planning and experience of the event

  • Gossip, negativity, side-talk, or side conversations that undermine trust in attendees and members

  • Repeated behavior that isn’t in service of the core values of belonging and reciprocity

Two-Tap System

We have a two-tap system in place. First, to remind someone of our guiding values and community guidelines. If it happens a second time, they’ll be asked to leave.

  1. First tap: Reminder and redirection

  2. Second tap: Asked to leave