Great resources, thanks for posting! There is also personal responsibility involved. Small children can be taught who should and shouldn't be trusted, and that it is okay to talk to their parents about anything that makes them feel uncomfortable. Internet security, situational awareness, and physical self defense for kids that are older. Finally, we taught our daughter how to safely use a gun and a knife, and gave her both when she was old enough and ready.
It takes a village, but parents, please teach your children how to never be a victim.
I'm old now... But a century ago I took a "personal defense"class. My biggest takeaway was when the instructor said "If they move you, you're dead. So if someone is trying to force you into the car, fight like hell and make them kill you right there on the spot. Once you're in the car, you're dead anyway" Taught her that early, in the least scary way I could. But that really is the mindset.
Great resources, thanks for posting! There is also personal responsibility involved. Small children can be taught who should and shouldn't be trusted, and that it is okay to talk to their parents about anything that makes them feel uncomfortable. Internet security, situational awareness, and physical self defense for kids that are older. Finally, we taught our daughter how to safely use a gun and a knife, and gave her both when she was old enough and ready.
It takes a village, but parents, please teach your children how to never be a victim.
I'm old now... But a century ago I took a "personal defense"class. My biggest takeaway was when the instructor said "If they move you, you're dead. So if someone is trying to force you into the car, fight like hell and make them kill you right there on the spot. Once you're in the car, you're dead anyway" Taught her that early, in the least scary way I could. But that really is the mindset.
This is vital
I would love that link