The Little Bird project uses art to raise awareness about street harassment as a human rights issue (www.thelittlebirdprojectsf.org). We work in the Bay Area, where, according to statistics compiled by Stop Street Harassment, 100% of women surveyed are harassed at least occasionally. We also know that 90% of women experience street harassment by the age of 19. With these numbers in mind – and a full understanding of how terrifying and dangerous street harassment can be – we wanted to let our family of activists and readers know about some amazing self-defense resources in the Bay Area this summer.
The Little Bird works with an exceptional self defense non-profit called Impact Bay Area, which provides full-force self defense classes for people of all genders, teaching people of all ages and body types how to respond effectively to threatening situations (www.impactbayarea.org). In addition to its classes for adults, Impact is providing several classes this summer geared specifically to young women. (Scholarships available for qualifying individuals.) Empower yourself (and/or your children “leaving the nest”) by enrolling in the following:
“On Her Own” Young Adult course (Young women age 17-22): June 14-16 in San Jose, CA (sign up here)
Visit www.impactbayarea.org for more information on its range of courses for individuals, groups, and businesses. Stay safe and love yourself!
By Sarah Harper, Founder and Project Director for the Little Bird project
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