Intervene If Something Isn’t Right

Bystander Intervention is the core of what we do at OutSmartNYC. From simply checking-in to removing a toxic party from the situation, bystander intervention is community care and something all of us can do to ensure everyone has the best possible night out. Here are a few tips, made in collaboration with nightlife professionals, that we go over in our trainings:

Speak Up

Try to get the bartender or security involved, either directly or indirectly.

Separate

“Excuse me, just gotta get through here”, “I think the bartender is trying to get your attention”.

“Come to the bathroom with meeeee”, “Wanna go for a smoke?”