Sexual Assault Concerns

Using your common sense can be the best self defense against attack. Because every case of rape or assault is different, there is no one perfect solution against being victimized. Law enforcement and authorities recommend adapting to the “buddy system” whenever possible and carrying self defense protection when available. Many self defense products are [...]

Teen Online Dating – Bad Idea?

To many parents, protecting their children is an instinct that all parents have. Thus when parents hear about bad press about teen online dating, their immediate respond is to say “NO”. They think that there are a lot of dangers involved and how their young might be at risk. Of course, there will [...]

It is not Difficult to Learn Self Defense Secrets

The advent of technology has given us enough reasons to live without fear in this violence gripped world. Technology has shown us the way to remarkable self defense techniques and some excellent contemporary weapons. There are numerous weapons which can help us in the street fighting. But when you learn street fighting tips at [...]

ONE FORCIBLE RAPE OCCURS EVERY SIX MINUTES IN THE U.S

ONE FORCIBLE RAPE OCCURS EVERY SIX MINUTES IN THE U.S. This is a very scary statistic in itself, then consider that over half of all rapes go unreported! Though we cannot prove it, if every rape was reported the statistic would read more like every three minutes a new rape is occurring somewhere in [...]

April is National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month: Sexual Assaults Double as Economy Falls

Sexual assaults have little to do with sex and everything to do with power. During tough economic times more people feel powerless and angry: Some will be tempted to compensate by attacking others. As a rape survivor, I often share my horrifying story of being raped and beaten by two men who held me [...]

Are You a Victim Of Domestic Violence? Take This Quiz

Quiz: How Is Your Relationship? Does your partner: V erbally insult, demean or threaten you? I solate you from friends, family or other people? Do they become excessively jealous, possesive and/or angry in attempt to control you? O rganize schedules to follow or harass you? L imit your mobility or access to money and/or other [...]

Domestic Violence Safety Plan

A safety plan is a tool designed to help a victim consider options and develop a plan of action when living in an abusive relationship. Safety planning should always be done without the abuser’s knowledge and should include the children (if possible). Here are some key points to include in your personal safety plan: *Call [...]

If You Are Being Stalked

Collect evidence. But only when it’s safe and in accordance to state law. Evidence could include taped phone conversations, photographs of your stalker in action, mail or other pieces of evidence left on your car, at your house, etc. Put evidence in a plastic bag and give it to your police investigator or keep it [...]

Personal Robbery Prevention Tips

Home Safety Keep your doors and windows locked. Too often, criminals get into homes through unlocked doors and windows. Consider installing solid core entry doors with reinforced door frames and dead bolt locks. Identify a “safe room” inside the home where residents can go in an emergency. This room should have reinforced doors, an exit [...]

If You Are a Survivor – Know That You Are Not Alone!

If you have been sexually assaulted, know that you are not alone, and that there are people who can help. Remember – the assault was not your fault. If you have just been sexually assaulted * Get to a safe place. If you are in danger, or want to report the incident, call for immediate [...]

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