In 2007, there were 248,300 victims of rape, attempted rape, or sexual assault; about 1 every 2 minutes. (These figures do not include victims 12 years old or younger.)
Sexual assault has fallen by more than 60% in recent years. Had the 1993 rate held steady, 6.8 million Americans would have been assaulted in the last 13 years. Thanks to the decline, the actual number of victims was about 4.2 million.
It is my firm opinion that by educating women, and helping them understand how to improve their awareness, we have empowered them, reducing their likeliness of being an easy target. Increase your awareness, walk with confidence and don't be an easy target.
References:
U.S. Department of Justice. 2007 National Crime Victimization Survey. 2007
Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network www.rainn.org
Monday, June 8, 2009
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Can you relate?
I'm concerned about crime.
A woman was recently abducted in my town.
A woman I know was recently approached by a strange man in a parking lot.
I'm moving to a new town and don't know anyone.
I'm leaving for college, and college girls are a higher statistic.
I want to reduce my chances of being a statistic.
I'm traveling and want skills and confidence to protect myself.
I work late and have to walk in the dark.
I was assaulted as a child and live in fear of being raped.
One of my co-workers is overly friendly.
This guy at the charity meetings is always staring at me.
Waiting at the bus stop is creepy.
The list is endless. You don't need to live in fear. 80% of women that face a violent attack and choose to use assertive resistance, escape safely. You can be confident and empowered, facing fears, free to live life.
A woman was recently abducted in my town.
A woman I know was recently approached by a strange man in a parking lot.
I'm moving to a new town and don't know anyone.
I'm leaving for college, and college girls are a higher statistic.
I want to reduce my chances of being a statistic.
I'm traveling and want skills and confidence to protect myself.
I work late and have to walk in the dark.
I was assaulted as a child and live in fear of being raped.
One of my co-workers is overly friendly.
This guy at the charity meetings is always staring at me.
Waiting at the bus stop is creepy.
The list is endless. You don't need to live in fear. 80% of women that face a violent attack and choose to use assertive resistance, escape safely. You can be confident and empowered, facing fears, free to live life.
Thursday, May 7, 2009
Using an ATM
Following is from Kubler Al with Hikuta. Reprinted with permission.
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Are you sure you want to go to that ATM tonight?
You know, that one you go to where you always feel uneasy.
Here's a tip that you should consider before the next time you
use an ATM.
Avoid the 8 to 12 window.
Between 8 pm and 12 midnight is when most ATM robberies occur.
If you must use an ATM during these hours, find one that is well-lighted and in public view with lots of people around.
If you can’t find one of these locations, you could also go into your local supermarket.
They often have an ATM inside the store or at least will offer cash back at the check out registers.
I wanted to share this with you, so you'd have one less chance of being robbed.
Stay safe,
Kubler Al
P.S. Feel free to forward this simple reminder to your friends and let them know
about the resources we have on our website by clicking on over to:
http://www.hikuta.com/index.html
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Are you sure you want to go to that ATM tonight?
You know, that one you go to where you always feel uneasy.
Here's a tip that you should consider before the next time you
use an ATM.
Avoid the 8 to 12 window.
Between 8 pm and 12 midnight is when most ATM robberies occur.
If you must use an ATM during these hours, find one that is well-lighted and in public view with lots of people around.
If you can’t find one of these locations, you could also go into your local supermarket.
They often have an ATM inside the store or at least will offer cash back at the check out registers.
I wanted to share this with you, so you'd have one less chance of being robbed.
Stay safe,
Kubler Al
P.S. Feel free to forward this simple reminder to your friends and let them know
about the resources we have on our website by clicking on over to:
http://www.hikuta.com/index.html
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Basic Physical Defense Principles
1. Increase Reaction Time
2. Obtain Good Balance
3. Develop a Plan of Action
4. Use Distraction Techniques
5. Identify his Vulnerable Locations
6. Use our Personal Weapons
7. Avoid Confronting Force with Force
8. Avoid Panic
9. Disengage and Run
10. PRACTICE!!!
Confidence is the unconquerable enemy of fear." L. Nadeau
2. Obtain Good Balance
3. Develop a Plan of Action
4. Use Distraction Techniques
5. Identify his Vulnerable Locations
6. Use our Personal Weapons
7. Avoid Confronting Force with Force
8. Avoid Panic
9. Disengage and Run
10. PRACTICE!!!
Confidence is the unconquerable enemy of fear." L. Nadeau
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
When considering a self defense technique, you should spend your time learning simple moves that are powerful and flexible enough to be applied against several persons quickly.
Simple combat-style moves such as an open palm strike to the chin, applied with explosive quickness a few times, will afford you the time necessary to get away. There is no need for flashy high kicks or fancy footwork.
If you use your knee to a groin, lean your head slightly to the side. This will keep your head clear as your attacker responds by leaning forward.
Simple combat-style moves such as an open palm strike to the chin, applied with explosive quickness a few times, will afford you the time necessary to get away. There is no need for flashy high kicks or fancy footwork.
If you use your knee to a groin, lean your head slightly to the side. This will keep your head clear as your attacker responds by leaning forward.
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Should you find yourself attacked, stay calm and think as the situation develops. When adrenaline kicks in, everything will seem to happen in slow motion. Since you are calm, and you do not panic, your mind will process thoughts quickly and it will seem like you have all day to decide on your reaction.
Another thing to remember, your skull is incredibly hard. Use it as a weapon against an attackers' face and/or collarbone.
Most "fights" are won before they start, and aggressors will back down if you maintain eye contact and are not intimidated by them. You won't look like a victim or easy target.
You might have only one possibility to defend yourself, do not lose it.
Another thing to remember, your skull is incredibly hard. Use it as a weapon against an attackers' face and/or collarbone.
Most "fights" are won before they start, and aggressors will back down if you maintain eye contact and are not intimidated by them. You won't look like a victim or easy target.
You might have only one possibility to defend yourself, do not lose it.
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