As an educated individual you will know how to reduce your risk of victimization and how to recognize dangerous situations, take action and intervene.  

Risk Reduction for Adults & Teens

 

Risk Reduction for Parents & Children
 

 
  • Trust your instincts.
  • Stay calm. Try to think about your options.
  • You may be able to discourage your attacker by talking. Persuade him/her not to commit the assault by having them focus on you as a friend.
  • Hit and kick hard if you think you can escape. There is a chance that fighting back may enrage the attacker. Self-defense training can help you improve your strength and defense skills. However, common sense and general awareness are the best tools you have.
  • Do whatever you have to do to stay safe. If you feel your life is in danger, your best option may be not to fight back. This does not mean consent. The assault is not your fault.

 

Remember

Most victims wonder if they made the right choices and question their decisions. But there is no right or wrong way to respond to an attack. Each rapist and situation is different. Whatever action you took to save your life was the right thing to do.