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Kate and Annie, "Inspiring Hope" walk, 2011 |
Certainly the city is going to try to address the issue, which appears to be gang-related. But what kinds of decisions can the rest of us make about how we conduct our lives, especially with well-loved choices?
I walk early in the morning when there are only a few runners and walkers out because I like the quiet. Is that still safe to do? I cut through an alley to get to Cafe Allegro in the University District, where sometimes there are pockets of people arguing. Should I change my route? These examples serve to make my point -- should I change my behavior in anticipation of a bad thing happening?
Stay away from areas where data indicates a high incidence of violence.
Move confidently and with purpose, indicating you know where you are and where you are going.
Carry a mobile phone.
Make sure you have identification on you.
If you're wearing headphones, be sure that you can still hear external sounds.
Ask for help if you need it.
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