Crime Prevention : Safety Tips

Safety Advice for Teenagers

• You have the right to say NO.
• No one has the right to force you into sexual activity, no matter what your relationship with this person is.
• This means no-one can force you to have sex, or to touch you in a sexual way without your consent, or force you to perform sexual activities you find unpleasant or humiliating.
• Be open with your parents, female schoolteacher or your friend if you came across or were made to, or asked to have sexual intercourse with a man without your consent.
• Never hitch-hike.
• Do not walk alone at night.
• Do not accept an offer from anybody.
• Remember it is not your fault if you are sexually assaulted.
• Do not allow anyone to touch you in a way that makes you uncomfortable.
• Be firm and clear and say NO! You have the right to do so.
• Do not leave a party or social event with someone you do not know or have just met.
• At social events, do not leave your cold drinks or drinks unattended.
• Ask friends to help you if you say NO!
   

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