If you see or sense problems on your way,just change your route and – prepare to run or defend yourself
Do not hitchhike, use buses or taxis instead
Do not act or look like an easy target – look confident!
Most "fights" are won before they start, and aggressors will back down if you maintain eye contact and are not intimidated by them.
Carry self-defence items like pepper spray etc. and make sure to practise its use.
If you are walking to look for help, always walk against the traffic so that you can see what is coming.
Don't use "headphones" when walking in isolated areas at any time.
Be alert at all times.
Don't presume that because your area has been "safe" thus far, that it will continue to be so.
Safety Tips For Children:
Keep the child informed about the dangers outside. Denial of such problems will result in children misjudging the security.
Always keep a check on the child, while he is playing outside.
Train him/her to raise alarm, when somebody takes them or they are in trouble. The best advice is to give a whistle and ask the child to blow it whenver neccessary.
Always keep a watch on the presence of strangers in your locality.
Always encourage the child to talk with you, so that he/she might tell their difficulties.
Look out for sudden behavioral changes and counsel them whenever needed.
Be informed about the symptoms of child sexual abuse.