From what I have read — people's individual stories, especially — it definitely seems that there is a community here that has built around this (Steemit) being a "safe space," both in which to share advice and in which to get help. And battling the kind of injustices we see so-called "authorities" try to impose is one of the most important things we can do.
Bright Blessings!
Safe space is one of the perks of the block chain and we will make good use of this. Thanks for your comment.