At Always Bev, our mission is to educate and empower individuals with skills to prevent crime and violent attacks on innocent people and communities. We emphasize the importance of awareness, how to identify indicators that are warning signs, and the significance in trusting our intuition.
"As you move about your daily routines, never let your guard down. The trickiest predators are the ones that walk among us, waiting and watching for an opportunity." ~Barb Jordan~
There is safety in numbers. When you have the chance, take somebody with you. If possible try and stay in groups of 3 or more.
Your body language should be strong and with a good walking pace. Keep your head and eyes up. Make eye contact with people who approch you and those that loiter in your environment.
Having awareness can allow us to see and hear indicators that can lead to violent behavior. Phrases such as "I can't live without you," or 'I don't want to be here anymore," should be reported.
Understand intrusive conversations and pay attention to the personal information you are sharing with others, even if they are a familiar face.
Set ground rules at home, work, and campus for friends, guests and others that enter your inner circle.
Confide in your family and friends about a person in your life whose actions are concerning, especially if you keep getting a nagging feeling.
Stand firm if your response to somebody is “No.’ Your first thought is usually the right thought. Don't be charmed or manipulated to change your decision. Trust your intuition. Honor your "No."
If you are concerned about the behavior of an individual, report it. Some examples include threatening words, intimidation, aggression, stalking, and angry outbursts.
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