Saving Space

Saving Space for Collegiate Males to Be Their True Authentic Selves

At Saving Space, we are dedicated to creating safe, affirming environments where collegiate males—especially Black males—can show up as their true, authentic selves. Based in Saint Paul, Minnesota, we are a national nonprofit committed to addressing the critical mental health disparities affecting male college ...

Our mission is to foster a sense of belonging, empower young Black male college students, and challenge the harmful stigma that often surrounds mental health in our communities. We believe that every student deserves a safe, welcoming environment where they can show up as their full, authentic selves without fear ...

Saving Space was born out of the powerful and necessary work started at Florida A&M University’s Counseling Center, where male mental health group sessions have been held since 2012. In 2018, that work expanded when the Counseling Center partnered with a student organization that our founder, Jabari Knox, was ...

Supportive Therapy Sessions

Bi-weekly peer-led circles facilitated by licensed mental health professionals.

Scholarship Support Offered

Financial awards for students and organizations championing mental health advocacy.

Campus-Based Partnerships

Programs built in collaboration with universities, counseling centers, and student groups.

Resource Navigation Help

Guidance to connect students with culturally competent mental health services.