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Through a Rapist’s Eyes

A group of rapists and date rapists in prison were interviewed on what they look for in a potential victim and here are some interesting facts: 1. The first thing men look for in a potential victim is hairstyle. They aremost likely to go after a woman with a ponytail, bun, braid or otherhairstyle that can easily […]

Know the Facts

Self Defense is not a choice. It is a reality. Then, before we get to Spikey, what it is about and how to use it, we need to make an honest examination of why self-defense skills are required. In the USA, sexual harassment occurs every 4 minutes, and rape – every 3 minutes. In my […]

SPIKEY™

The SPIKEY™ is a self defense tool that can be used quickly andefficiently by anyone. The SPIKEY™ technique is a self-defense technique and “real life” proven methods to on how to perceive dangerous situations and how to react effectively under stress. No prior martial arts experience or fitness level is required. It  is a ‘force-multiplier’ which […]

Innovative Apps for Women’s Safety

These days there is an app for everything out there—and women’s personal safety is no exception. Since people are always on their phones, it makes sense that apps have been created to help prevent and address the safety of women. See this comprehensive list of the different types of apps that exist, their features and […]

Effects of Sexual Assault

Although Sexual Assault Awareness Month may be over, the topic of sexual assault and violence needs to be an ongoing conversation. “Recent global prevalence figures indicate that 35% of women worldwide have experienced either intimate partner violence or non-partner sexual violence in their lifetime”. Effects of Sexual Assault In addition to the trauma of experiencing […]

Self-Defense Help & Advice for Women

Using Self-Defense Techniques and Community to Prevent Sexual Assault SPIKEY™ is a self-defense tool that puts personal security on the palm of your hand. SPIKEY’s ergonomic grip allows you hold it comfortably anytime you need extra protection. Used as instructed, SPIKEY’s five-spike design allows you to quickly incapacitate your attacker, and is guaranteed to break […]

Sexual Assault behavior

Sexual Assault: Behavioral Warning Sign Checklist YOU ARE AT INCREASED RISK OF A SEXUAL ASSAULT IF THE MAN YOU ARE WITH: Anger Related Is verbally abusive or threatening (direct or veiled threats) Feels angry Displays explosive anger/rage without or disproportionate to provocation Is intimidating with others Can’t remain calm when given instruction or criticism Argues […]