February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month!

Many may or not be aware that today, February 1, 2010 kicks off Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month.

Every day should be recognized as personal safety awareness but this month we will streamline and focus on our young people.

Did you know that 1 in 5 teens in a serious relationship reports having been hit, slapped or pushed by a partner? Not only can abuse be physical but it can be sexual, verbal, emotional and stalking. And, it can even be digital abuse. To make matters worse, dating abuse has also been linked to other serious issues, like drug use, teen pregnancy and suicide.

What's the bottom-line? Teens have the right to be educated about safe and healthy relationships, free from abuse. And, we are going to be shouting from the rooftops all month long and ask that you assist us.

We want to reach as many teens as humanly possible every single day. We need to get this information out to students, teachers, parents, administrators and anyone else that wants to get involved. We will raise awareness nationwide and direct youth to Project Safe Girls as well as other agencies and places that they can get help. We are asking for your help - we need as many voices to be heard.

Please invite your friends, family members, parents, associates and peers to join us as we extend our hand to our young people. Our young people must begin to learn extremely important "life skills" that they will carry with them for the rest of their lives. Who wouldn't want this vital information and training for themselves, their daughter, sister, any family member or friend?

From the comforts of your home Bethany, Jake (PSG Lead Personal Defense Readiness Instructor) and Anny Jacoby will be joining US Privacy Associates - Red Action Package, created by Law Enforcement Officers on BlogTalkRadio on Sunday, February 7th, 12NOON EST; http://bit.ly/5gJVDZ as we introduce Project Safe Girls and discuss personal safety.

Take care and STAY SAFE!