Self-defence or safer spaces? What assaults say about how we approach women’s safety
Recent incidents of assault against women in Delhi have sparked discussions on the need for personal safety measures. Many women have been advised to learn self-defence as a response to increasing violence. However, experts argue that creating safer public spaces should be prioritized over individual preparedness. Notably, children and vulnerable individuals are often unable to defend...
Key Takeaways
- Recent incidents of assault against women in Delhi have sparked discussions on the need for personal safety measures.
- Many women have been advised to learn self-defence as a response to increasing violence.
- However, experts argue that creating safer public spaces should be prioritized over individual preparedness.
Recent incidents of assault against women in Delhi have sparked discussions on the need for personal safety measures. Many women have been advised to learn self-defence as a response to increasing violence. However, experts argue that creating safer public spaces should be prioritized over individual preparedness. Notably, children and vulnerable individuals are often unable to defend themselves against attackers.
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This summary was curated from Times of India.