Category Archives: Efforts To Stem Youth Violence
Tips to Avoid Becoming a Victim of Violence
These are crazy times that we live in, early releases have shown a marked increase in violent crime. Don’t put yourself in a situation that may result in you becoming a victim.
Here are some tips:
1) Don’t look like a victim. Walk tall with your head up. Project an air of confidence as you walk and speak to persons.
2) Trust your instincts. If something, or someone, makes you uncomfortable, avoid the person or leave the area. Listening to “your gut instinct” can help you avoid becoming a victim of a violent crime.
3) Avoid parking in isolated areas. Be especially alert in lots and underground parking garages. Always park in a well lighted, heavily traveled area.
4) Don’t do things alone. Take a friend with you. It’s true there is safety in numbers and you’ll have more fun with a friend.
5) Don’t put yourself in a situation or location that is known to be less than safe.
(Information courtesy of Safety Officer Paul G. Corcoran, Lowell Police Department)
Officials: Fresno crime rates rising amid jail releases | abc30.com.
News Story Originally Aired on ABC30 KFSN-TV Fresno, CA
23 Ways To Stop Youth Violence
Here are some great tips for stopping youth violence. These points can serve many purposes from promoting self-reflection to building self-esteem. Don’t just read it, think about it, turn your thoughts and ideas into actions. Take this list and use it to lead you toward a positive outcome.
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Straight talk on how to stop youth violence. Courtesy of the Ronnie Brown Project.
- Walk away
- See the big picture
- Give respect to get respect
- Think before you act
- Learn to manage your anger
- Talk to someone you trust
- Listen & Understand
- What would your family say?
- Tell the truth
- Speak up
- Exhibit tolerance
- Speak with a professional
- Lead, don’t follow
- Adjust your attitude
- Remember your faith
- Think about your future
- Know the consequences
- Get involved at school, in your community
- Who you are really hurting?
- Stay in school
- Surround yourself with positive people
- Believe in yourself
- Negotiate
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