Empower Yourself: Practical Tips for Personal Safety and Preparedness
Published 25 November 2024.
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This piece was written before this site adopted its sourcing rule. On 8 October 2026 the
claims it could not support were taken out, including its advice on self-defence and its
statements about how much any step improves your safety, and a pointer to Philippine Red
Cross first aid training was added. The rest is as it was published. It still names no
authority for what remains, which is not how the rest of this site is written. Treat it as background reading, and take
the instruction from the sourced pages instead: the
go bag checklist from UNICEF Philippines, and the
hazard guides from PHIVOLCS, PAGASA and the
disaster offices.
Understanding Personal Safety
We are dedicated to providing practical advice that empowers individuals to protect themselves and remain prepared for emergencies.
Home Security Essentials
Your home should be a sanctuary. Regularly evaluate your home for vulnerabilities, and take actionable steps to create a safe living environment.
Emergency Preparedness Tips
Preparedness extends beyond home security. Creating an emergency kit stocked with essential supplies is vital. Include items such as water, non-perishable food, first aid supplies, and important documents. The Philippine Red Cross runs Standard First Aid and Basic Life Support training.