Table of Contents
It is Personal 4
Combating the Crisis of Violence for Women in the US 10
Media’s Role in the Perpetuation of Violence Against Women 43
Trump's Impact on Media Coverage 56
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and Title 9 68
Home Remains the Most Dangerous Place for US Women 86
High-Risk Occupations 98
Perilous Paths of Traveling i
Table of Contents
It is Personal 4
Combating the Crisis of Violence for Women in the US 10
Media’s Role in the Perpetuation of Violence Against Women 43
Trump's Impact on Media Coverage 56
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and Title 9 68
Home Remains the Most Dangerous Place for US Women 86
High-Risk Occupations 98
Perilous Paths of Traveling in a Male Corporate World 113
Women are VERY Fearful 125
Empowerment Requires Mental & Physical Self-Defense Training 133
Avoiding Abduction 143
The Mind of Predators 149
Seconds Matter 164
Understanding Self-Defense Laws 172
Essential Safety Tips 184
References - Books and Websites 194
Table of Contents
It is Personal 5
Combating the Crisis of Violence for Women in the US 11
Women are VERY Fearful 16
Empowerment Requires Mental & Physical Self-Defense Training 24
Avoiding Abduction 34
The Mind of Predators 40
Seconds Matter 54
Understanding Self-Defense Laws 62
Common Sense Safety Tips for Women 73
On Road Safety 91
Traveling is
Table of Contents
It is Personal 5
Combating the Crisis of Violence for Women in the US 11
Women are VERY Fearful 16
Empowerment Requires Mental & Physical Self-Defense Training 24
Avoiding Abduction 34
The Mind of Predators 40
Seconds Matter 54
Understanding Self-Defense Laws 62
Common Sense Safety Tips for Women 73
On Road Safety 91
Traveling is not the Time to Let Your Guard Down 96
Distraction Crimes 107
Compliance 113
Protect Your Financial Accounts 117
Cyberbullying is Not a Problem Just for Children 127
Online Dating Can Be a Positive Experience 131
Defensive Resistance Techniques – Use What You Got 145
Weapons On Your Body 156
Summary Posters for Printing or Sharing with Family and Friends 172
References - Books and Websites 199
Biography 204