• If possible, don't carry one !! Never carry anything you can't afford to lose in it.
• Carry your purse across the front of your body, with your forearm across the front of the purse and your elbow held tightly against your side.
• Carry your keys, wallet or other valuables in pockets in your clothes.
• Carry minimum amounts of cash and credit cards.
• Keep a record of all of your card numbers.

SELF & SECURITY AWARENESS

• Don't make yourself an attractive target!
• Remain aware of your surroundings and others...
• Stand tall, walk with confidence and appear "in control"...
• Maintain an awareness of your available "escape routes"...
• Avoid short-cuts that place you in hidden/unlighted areas...
• Avoid walking alone, or have a friend on the phone as you do...
• Consider self defense training or tools (tear gas, stun-gun, etc.)...