Safety for women
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Public transport:
- Always wait in a well-lit place near other people if possible and try to arrange for someone to meet you at your destination;
- If the bus is empty or it is after dark, stay on the lower deck as near as possible to the driver;
- If you feel threatened make as much noise as possible to attract the attention of the driver or guard.
On foot:
- Avoid danger spots like badly-lit alleyways;
- Try to walk with a friend or stay near a group of people;
- Look confident - bullies tend to choose victims who look like an easy target;
- If you are trapped or in danger, yell or scream. Your voice is your best defence. Shout "Phone the police!" or other specific instructions.
Always carry in your pocket:
- Your mobile;
- Cab numbers;
- Money, keys and travel cards;
- If possible carry a personal alarm and know how to use it to shock and disorientate an assailant so that you can get away.
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