If you are going out and about, you want to feel safe and comfortable. Especially when you're trying something new. To feel safe and supported, take some simple steps:
- plan where you would like go and how you are going to get there
- take a mobile phone if you have one, and the phone number of someone you trust
- take some money in case you need it and keep some in your wallet or purse and some in your pocket
- take a personal attack alarm, if you have one
- make sure everything your carrying in a safe place, like a bag or pocket
- make sure someone you trust knows where you're going and when you'll be back
- go out with a friend, or someone else you know and trust
You don't have to go out to have fun. The internet has loads of things to do. Don't forget about staying safe online though.