Traveling on your own as a woman can be an intimidating idea. Whether you’re in another country or just commuting to a new location, unfamiliar surroundings can make you feel unsafe. But with the right knowledge and preparation, you can feel confident and secure wherever the wind takes you. Connect With People Just because you’re
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College Campus Safety
The shooting death of a professor at the University of Arizona in October has brought campus safety to the forefront. Colleges work to foster safe environments, but students must still be vigilant and constantly aware of their surroundings. Understanding how a school handles crime prepares for emergencies, and works to reduce threats is something all
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Risks of Sharing Your Location on Social Media
Knowing the risks of sharing your location on social media can be the difference between life or death. Some geolocation tags may list the exact address of your location, not just the city or general area you’re in. This means that if you share your location anyone who can view your social media posts may
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USA TODAY: When house calls turn deadly: Are cable companies responsible for workers’ violent crimes?
Written by: Amritpal Kaur Sandhu-Longoria | USA TODAY View the entire article here. Hoffman recommends people living alone – especially women and the elderly – have a friend with them when a worker is expected. She also advises that if anyone sees something happening that they think could be criminal, or just makes them feel
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How to Set Online Dating Boundaries
When women online date, not only do they have to sort through a myriad of misleading profiles, but they have to prioritize personal safety. Among women ages 18-34 who online date, 19% reported being threatened with physical harm at some point. However, with 30% of Americans on dating apps, it can be worthwhile to swipe
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Grooming Part 2: How to Spot the Signs of Grooming in Children
In the context of crime, grooming is the act of gaining someone’s trust by building an emotional bond for the purpose of sexual abuse, exploitation, or trafficking. Often, abusers groom their victims, whether children, teens, or adults, over long periods of time by gradually building trust. The grooming process is effective because of its subtlety.
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Summer Road Trip Safety Tips
When women travel, they inevitably encounter safety concerns. There are frequent headlines about women who have been abducted or assaulted while traveling. A 2018 study by the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) found that more than 8 in 10 women have experienced one or more safety incidents while traveling in the past year. Leisure travelers
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Ways to Give Back as a Woman Against Crime this Holiday Season
The holidays are a season of gift-giving, and one way to continue that spirit is by giving back to your community. At Women Against Crime, we have a lot of ideas on ways that we can give back and empower women, during the holidays and beyond. Be a Volunteer Advocate for Survivors of Domestic Abuse
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Back to School Safety Tips for Moms
The early fall is a time of year when we all work on getting back into routines. After a fun-filled summer, it can be weird to get back into the daily groove. Being a busy mom who has to get kids back to school doesn’t mean you should let your guard down. Here are a
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Trish provides tips to the Albuquerque Moms Blog about how to stay safe, even with kids in tow.
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