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A group of students training in a new self-defense for Women of Color workshop. The women are seen from the side and rear, with their hands raised in a confident, protective gesture.

We Are Worth Defending

Empowerment Self-Defense Program

Introductory empowerment self-defense.

Learn skills for every day emotional and physical safety.

We are Worth Defending: an Empowerment Self Defense  project of IMPACT Safety is coming to your neighborhood. Empowerment self-defense is a key violence prevention strategy. Empowerment self-defense explores the myths of aggression: perpetrator profile, societal context of resources, the legal system, and the criminalization of self-defense to marginalized populations. Join us for this 2.5-hour training. Find your voice and learn everyday safety strategies. Space is limited.
Eldon & Elsie Ward YMCA
130 Woodland Ave, Columbus, Ohio 43203
October 15, 2022, 9AM-11:30AM
*Participants must pre-register
Group Size is 15-20 participants
For women identified, ages 12 and older
"I learned that I can always say “No” and not have to explain why.
IMPACT graduate
RosalindIMPACT graduate
"I have so much self-confidence! I'm not afraid to verbally express my feelings."
IMPACT graduate smiles into the camera
KristineIMPACT graduate
"I learned that I am not helpless."
Young woman smiles into camera
AlexandraIMPACT graduate
"I learned that it's OK to defend myself."
IMPACT graduate
AlishiaIMPACT graduate
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Donation Based Program

Suggested Donation: $50-$100.  To keep our classes, open and accessible to all, we ask that you contribute at the highest level you can.
Make Your Class Donation Here!

Your class payment will be made through PayPal.  Clicking the button above will take you to a separate page where you will make your sliding fee scale payment to LifeCare Alliance who is our sponsoring agency.  

For questions, contact Venica Miller, vmiller@impactsafety.org, (614) 296-1563

IMPACT Safety logo with blue and green text, featuring the motto 'safety from the inside out' against a marbled silver background.
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