Recently, Pakistan has witnessed a large number of kidnappings, rape, and molestation/harassment cases.
While a few are being reported, many cases go unregistered or justice is delayed.
The safety of our children and women has become a significantly big issue which needs to be resolved sooner rather than later.
While we do advise self-defence classes, we also advise women to carry gadgets that can help.
One can never know what is really awaiting them in the ally, parking lot, or at home, which is why today we will share a list of must-have gadgets for women’s safety which should be responsibly used in crucial circumstances.
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5 Women Safety Gadgets That are Must-Haves
1. Pepper Spray
The first and one of the most important gadgets is pepper spray. Because it is available in small sizes, it is easy to corral in pockets and even as keychains. More importantly, when sprayed, it can give women a fair chance to escape/run and call for help while leaving the attacker on the other end blinded for a few minutes.
2. Whistle or Alarm
Whistles can be worn around the neck with ease are loud, continuously blowing a whistle will alert individuals near you that there is someone in trouble. If you think that a whistle may be hard to blow in confrontation situations, you can soldier getting a loud alarm that can go off when the button is pressed.
3. GPS Tracker
Technology has come a long way and so have trackers. You can simply buy a tracker and place it in your phone cover, handbag, pocket, or wherever you like so that your friends and family can monitor your activities and alert the authorities as soon as they think someone is off.
4. Knuckle Brace
Knuckle braces help in two situations, keeping the attacker at a distance from you, and cutting through things you need a sharp item. You don’t have to buy the big and heavy ones, for women mini ones are available and they come in ring sizes too for easier grip and to disguise it.
5. Taser
Taser or stun guns help in complex situations, and come in different sizes and volts. Nowadays they are available in keychain size for ease and convenience and will easily surprise the attacker with a super sting they were not expecting.
We hope you and your loved ones stay safe.
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