• Stay on well-traveled streets.
• Do not flash large amounts of cash or expensive items in public.
• Carry all purses and personal belongings close to your body.
• Never wear clothing that may restrict your movements.
• Keep house or key car in hand before reaching either destination.
• If someone is following you, find the nearest public place. If you feel threatened enough, yell for help.
• If you work late, ask a co-worker or a security guard to walk you to your car or destination.

ON WHEELS-

• Keep car in good, running condition.
• Always roll up the windows and lock the car even if you're only going to be absent from your car for a few minutes.
• Do not park in isolated areas.
• Don't pick up hitchhikers.
• If you believe someone is following you, drive to the nearest police or fire station, or nearest public service station.

ON BUSES/SUBWAYS-

• Use only well-lighted, busy stops.
• Stay alert!
• If someone begins to harass you, ask to be left alone. If that doesn't work, consult to using the nearest emergency device.
• If you ever feel uneasy exiting public transit, walk directly to an area where there are other people.