The Safe Space That Protected Me as a Young Black Naval Officer

During his time as a young Black naval officer at Camp Lejeune, Tony Reeves discovered the profound importance of safe spaces and informal support networks.

What began as casual social gatherings hosted by a fellow officer turned out to be something much deeper: a deliberate effort to build a community where young Black professionals could connect, support one another, and stay aware of unseen risks. 

In this episode, Tony reflects on how those relationships became an invisible infrastructure of protection and guidance — and why having people who watch your back can make all the difference.

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