There are things you can do to reduce your chances of being sexually
assaulted. Follow these tips from the National Crime Prevention Council.
Be aware of your surroundings—who's out there and what's going on.
Walk with confidence. The more confident you look, the stronger you appear.
Don't let drugs or alcohol cloud your judgment.
Be assertive—don't let anyone violate
your space.
Trust your instincts. If you feel uncomfortable in your
surroundings, leave.
Don't prop open self-locking doors.
Lock your door and your windows, even if you leave for just a few minutes.
Watch your keys. Don't lend them. Don't leave them. Don't lose them. And don't put your name and address on
the key ring.
Watch out for unwanted visitors. Know who's on the other side of
the door before you open it.
Be wary of isolated spots, like underground
garages, offices after business hours, and apartment laundry rooms.
Avoid walking or jogging alone, especially at night. Vary your route. Stay in
well-traveled, well-lit areas.
Have your key ready to use before you reach the
door—home, car, or work.
Park in well-lit areas and lock the car, even if
you'll only be gone a few minutes.
Drive on well-traveled streets, with doors
and windows locked.
Never hitchhike or pick up a hitchhiker.
Keep your car in good shape with plenty of gas in the tank.
In case of car trouble, call for help on your cellular phone. If you don't have a phone, put the hood up, lock the
doors, and put a banner in the rear mirror that says, "Help. Call police."
There are things you can do to reduce your chances of being sexually
assaulted. Follow these tips from the National Crime Prevention Council.
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