Welcome to the DID You Know blog where you can find the latest safety tips, product features, and recommendations all currated for you by the Damsel in Defense Home Office team!
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Sightseeing while Safeguarding: Harmful Hotels
Hotel chains were nerve wrecked by the rise of a recent all-star, AirBnB; however, per recent data hotels are often still chosen by 68% of all travelers. It does rather make sense as hotels have been around for decades and are trusted by many; however, in doing research on the safety of hotels, it has been recorded that hotels and motels are in the top five labor trafficking spots and 20% of traffickers house survivors in hotels.
Home Office Favorites – Pete
GPS, short for Global Positioning System, is the foundation of much of modern life. Most people use GPS everyday in one form or another – whether that be rideshare apps, navigation systems, food delivery, or fitness trackers – but not many know GPS’s true beginnings and how it can help one stay safe today.
Least Expected – Staying Safe in Public Restrooms
Many people, when they think of staying safe in public, they do not often think of how to stay safe in a public restroom. Unfortunately, predators often hide in public park bathrooms and desert gas...
The Great Outdoors: Fishing
One of the most leisurely activities, fishing can be a great way to spend time with your family, friends, or a significant other. Most assume fishing is a pretty boring activity and for the most part, fishing is an uneventful activity. Occasionally, things can turn sour while fishing and we want to ensure you are prepared for any situation you may come across!
Films for Freedom
Taken was one of the first movies to bring widespread attention to the horrors of human trafficking. While we do not doubt that it accurately portrays a father’s love and his will to do anything necessary for his daughter, we can confirm that Taken as a whole does not portray an accurate representation of human trafficking.
Pepper Swap
However, what happens when your beloved protection product expires? Can it still be used for a while longer? And, most importantly, how do you change the canister once it is unusable? We are here to answer all your questions and guide you on how exactly to change your pepper canister!
Human Trafficking Awareness – Safety Sessions Overview
Human Trafficking is a scary reality most choose to ignore; however, with too many trapped in the living hell, it is all too important to be wary of the danger and how pimps and “bottom girls” use different tactics to trap and kidnap unsuspecting girls. The promise of modeling jobs, better lifestyles, and independence truly lure those in not the best home situations into a prison.
‘Till the Sun Rises: Staying Safe at Music Festivals and Concerts
Whether it is your first concert ever in a set stadium or you regularly spend a good amount of money attending music festivals across the globe, staying safe should always be at the top of your priority list. We have listed below some top tips to staying safe until the sun rises!
Home Office Favorites – Judah
“Having a clear mind and a clear space allows you to think and act with purpose.” -Unknown In the moment, when time seems to freeze and it is just you facing a stressful, difficult, or dangerous...