- Do not become oblivious to your surroundings
- Try to travel in groups of two or more
- When shopping try to park in well lit areas
- Do not drink until intoxicated or impaired
- Do not leave any beverage unattended
- Do not take a beverage from anyone especially at a party
- Keep an eye on your drink so no one can slip anything in it
- Enter your car with precaution and awareness, open the car with adequate time before entering
- Carry mace with easy access
- Avoid alleys
- Learn self-defense
- Stay away from males with a sense of entitlement
- Create a code word amongst friends
- Tell the attacker you are sick with a deadly contagious disease if attempting to rape
- Stay out of rooms with males who are under the influence
- Be careful of public restrooms
- Remember most cases of sexual violation is from someone the victim knew or a family member
- Make sure your phone is always charged
- When leaving and entering your house, look for anything suspicious or check to see if you are being monitored
- If you see a van as you’re getting in your car or walking getting close enough for abduction, AVOID or react accordingly!
- If you are forced in a vehicle immediately look for an exit and go for it with no hesitation, if possible
- Learn to trust your gut instincts
- Keep personal information private
- Yell, shout, draw attention to yourself if in danger
- Be assertive if somebody is giving you unwanted attention
Female Tips – Preventative Action on Becoming Physically VIOLATED!
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