Have fun and build confidence while exploring topics related to care-defense, a new form of self-defense that focuses on taking care of yourself before learning to defend yourself. Using  martial arts, drama, games, and other activities, the camp will explore healthy relationships, assertive communication, mindfulness,  street smarts and bullying prevention. The camp starts with a […]

Personal safety 101 is designed to meet the unique needs of teens in high school or preparing to leave home for work,  college or travel. The sessions start with a listening session for teens and/or  caregivers providing space and time for participants to share  safety topics or concerns important to their lives. This approach provides […]

Personal safety 101 is designed to meet the unique needs of teens in high school or preparing to leave home for work,  college or travel. The sessions start with a listening session for teens and/or  caregivers providing space and time for participants to share  safety topics or concerns important to their lives. This approach provides […]

Two sessions for  people who identify and women (closed) Listening session 2. Personal Safety Workshop  

For any person who identifies as a girl, 14-19 years of age.

EMERJ-SafeNow is part of a panel discussion on the topic of  de-escalation. We will be sharing our philosophy and approach with other organizations: JOIN, Sisters Of The Road, Human Solutions, White Bird Medicine / Boots on the Ground, and Women's Strength. Come join us!

Care-defense classes  for 5th grade students that include the importance of self-worth, self-care and phyiscal and non-physical self-defense skills. 8 week program

Check out our care-defense worshop for  Girls Inc. Learn about  the importance of self-care, assertive communication and boundary setting for personal safety, while learning some cool physical self-defense skills! Visit our table, chat with our team and sign-up to be a peer leader!  

This level 2 workshop is designed for teenage girls  who have taken prior EMERJ-SafeNow Workshops.  This workshop  reinforces self-care,  assertive communication and boundaries, while also addressing physical escapes from the ground and standing positions.

Be part of the change and promote healthy equitable relationships. Join our team and become a peer leader or assistant facilitator. EMERJ is holding a leadership training for youth and adults who want to end violence and create safer communities. Participants must attend both dates (Jan 13 and 20)