Youth against rape.
As a teen I'm scared, scared in buses,trains and every other place. This fear that every other teen, every other women of our nation is going through needs to be stopped. Our nation needs to make immediate response towards the changes in the constitution and capital punishment should be included for rape cases.
It's not just about the veterinary doctor being raped and killed brutally. It's about every other young girl, woman going through such horrifying incident.
We can't just keep on blaming the government to make changes in the law. Somewhere or the other it's us responsible for such acts too. Not blaming the whole men community because I do know there are certain people who'd never do such shameful act.We need to make strict laws, get ourselves well prepared for each and every situation.
Learn to say a big NO.
Candles burnt, posts being put up on social media, sharing links of some safety app is not going to make any changes in our society unless and until we decide to change our mentality.
Another rape case takes place and all we do is share posts on social media, talk about woman's safety and then again it's over. If punishments can make a change then I believe strict actions should be taken as soon as possible. But there's still going to be a part of us scared to come out of our home late night. A part of us will always have this fear inside us hidden forever.
I think every other boy needs to be raised in a manner where he knows how to respect a girl.Whether it's about her body, her period, her identity.
Sexual violence can happen to anyone, and it's not the only crime that can occur on a college campus. We can all take steps to increase safety on college campuses.
Stay alert. When you’re moving around on campus or in the surrounding neighborhood, be aware of your surroundings. Consider inviting a friend to join you or asking campus security for an escort. If you’re alone, only use headphones in one ear to stay aware of your surroundings.
Be careful about posting your location. Many social media sites, like Facebook and Foursquare, use geolocation to publicly share your location. Consider disabling this function and reviewing other social media settings.
Make others earn your trust. A college environment can foster a false sense of security. They may feel like fast friends, but give people time earn your trust before relying on them.
Think about Plan B. Spend some time thinking about back-up plans for potentially sticky situations. If your phone dies, do you have a few numbers memorized to get help? Do you have emergency cash in case you can’t use a credit card? Do you have the address to your dorm or college memorized? If you drive, is there a spare key hidden, gas in your car, and a set of jumper cables?
Be secure. Lock your door and windows when you’re asleep and when you leave the room. If people constantly prop open the main door to the dorm or apartment, tell security or a trusted authority figure.
Safety in social settings
It’s possible to relax and have a good time while still making safety a priority. Consider these tips for staying safe and looking out for your friends in social settings.
Make a plan. If you’re going to a party, go with people you trust. Agree to watch out for each other and plan to leave together. If your plans change, make sure to touch base with the other people in your group. Don’t leave someone stranded in an unfamiliar or unsafe situation.
Protect your drink. Don’t leave your drink unattended, and watch out for your friends’ drinks if you can. If you go to the bathroom or step outside, take the drink with you or toss it out. Drink from unopened containers or drinks you watched being made and poured. It’s not always possible to know if something has been added to someone’s drink. In drug-facilitated sexual assault, a perpetrator could use a substance that has no color, taste, or odor.
Know your limits. Keep track of how many drinks you’ve had, and be aware of your friends’ behavior. If one of you feels extremely tired or more drunk than you should, you may have been drugged. Leave the party or situation and find help immediately.
It’s okay to lie. If you want to exit a situation immediately and are concerned about frightening or upsetting someone, it’s okay to lie. You are never obligated to remain in a situation that makes you feel uncomfortable, pressured, or threatened. You can also lie to help a friend leave a situation that you think may be dangerous. Some excuses you could use are needing to take care of another friend or family member, an urgent phone call, not feeling well, and having to be somewhere else by a certain time.
Be a good friend. Trust your instincts. If you notice something that doesn’t feel right, it probably isn’t.
Think! Keep using your mind to think of alternative actions for escape.
Don't let a stranger inside your home to use the phone; make the call for him.
Never admit that you or a neighbor are home alone.
Women living alone should use only initials on mailboxes and in telephone listings.
Leave outside lights on at night, and keep lights on in more than 1 room.
If you receive an obscene phone call just hang up and don't react.
When possible, avoid walking alone. Walk with someone, or walk in areas where other people are near.
Stay in well-lighted areas, away from alleys, bushes, and entryways.
Avoid shortcuts through parks, vacant lots, and other deserted places.
Don't hitchhike or accept rides from strangers.
If a driver stops to ask you directions, avoid getting near the car.
If you are being followed, go to the nearest business or residence for help.
If you are harassed by the occupants of a car, simply turn and walk the other direction. The driver will have to turn around to follow you.
Hold your purse close, not dangling, and avoid carrying extra money or valuables on your person.
When you return home, have your door key ready so that you can enter without delay.
Don't walk or jog at night wearing headphones. You need to be able to hear someone driving up or walking up behind you.
*YOUTH AGAINST RAPE*
It's not just about the veterinary doctor being raped and killed brutally. It's about every other young girl, woman going through such horrifying incident.
We can't just keep on blaming the government to make changes in the law. Somewhere or the other it's us responsible for such acts too. Not blaming the whole men community because I do know there are certain people who'd never do such shameful act.We need to make strict laws, get ourselves well prepared for each and every situation.
Learn to say a big NO.
Candles burnt, posts being put up on social media, sharing links of some safety app is not going to make any changes in our society unless and until we decide to change our mentality.
Another rape case takes place and all we do is share posts on social media, talk about woman's safety and then again it's over. If punishments can make a change then I believe strict actions should be taken as soon as possible. But there's still going to be a part of us scared to come out of our home late night. A part of us will always have this fear inside us hidden forever.
I think every other boy needs to be raised in a manner where he knows how to respect a girl.Whether it's about her body, her period, her identity.
Sexual violence can happen to anyone, and it's not the only crime that can occur on a college campus. We can all take steps to increase safety on college campuses.
Stay alert. When you’re moving around on campus or in the surrounding neighborhood, be aware of your surroundings. Consider inviting a friend to join you or asking campus security for an escort. If you’re alone, only use headphones in one ear to stay aware of your surroundings.
Be careful about posting your location. Many social media sites, like Facebook and Foursquare, use geolocation to publicly share your location. Consider disabling this function and reviewing other social media settings.
Make others earn your trust. A college environment can foster a false sense of security. They may feel like fast friends, but give people time earn your trust before relying on them.
Think about Plan B. Spend some time thinking about back-up plans for potentially sticky situations. If your phone dies, do you have a few numbers memorized to get help? Do you have emergency cash in case you can’t use a credit card? Do you have the address to your dorm or college memorized? If you drive, is there a spare key hidden, gas in your car, and a set of jumper cables?
Be secure. Lock your door and windows when you’re asleep and when you leave the room. If people constantly prop open the main door to the dorm or apartment, tell security or a trusted authority figure.
Safety in social settings
It’s possible to relax and have a good time while still making safety a priority. Consider these tips for staying safe and looking out for your friends in social settings.
Make a plan. If you’re going to a party, go with people you trust. Agree to watch out for each other and plan to leave together. If your plans change, make sure to touch base with the other people in your group. Don’t leave someone stranded in an unfamiliar or unsafe situation.
Protect your drink. Don’t leave your drink unattended, and watch out for your friends’ drinks if you can. If you go to the bathroom or step outside, take the drink with you or toss it out. Drink from unopened containers or drinks you watched being made and poured. It’s not always possible to know if something has been added to someone’s drink. In drug-facilitated sexual assault, a perpetrator could use a substance that has no color, taste, or odor.
Know your limits. Keep track of how many drinks you’ve had, and be aware of your friends’ behavior. If one of you feels extremely tired or more drunk than you should, you may have been drugged. Leave the party or situation and find help immediately.
It’s okay to lie. If you want to exit a situation immediately and are concerned about frightening or upsetting someone, it’s okay to lie. You are never obligated to remain in a situation that makes you feel uncomfortable, pressured, or threatened. You can also lie to help a friend leave a situation that you think may be dangerous. Some excuses you could use are needing to take care of another friend or family member, an urgent phone call, not feeling well, and having to be somewhere else by a certain time.
Be a good friend. Trust your instincts. If you notice something that doesn’t feel right, it probably isn’t.
Think! Keep using your mind to think of alternative actions for escape.
Don't let a stranger inside your home to use the phone; make the call for him.
Never admit that you or a neighbor are home alone.
Women living alone should use only initials on mailboxes and in telephone listings.
Leave outside lights on at night, and keep lights on in more than 1 room.
If you receive an obscene phone call just hang up and don't react.
When possible, avoid walking alone. Walk with someone, or walk in areas where other people are near.
Stay in well-lighted areas, away from alleys, bushes, and entryways.
Avoid shortcuts through parks, vacant lots, and other deserted places.
Don't hitchhike or accept rides from strangers.
If a driver stops to ask you directions, avoid getting near the car.
If you are being followed, go to the nearest business or residence for help.
If you are harassed by the occupants of a car, simply turn and walk the other direction. The driver will have to turn around to follow you.
Hold your purse close, not dangling, and avoid carrying extra money or valuables on your person.
When you return home, have your door key ready so that you can enter without delay.
Don't walk or jog at night wearing headphones. You need to be able to hear someone driving up or walking up behind you.
*YOUTH AGAINST RAPE*
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