Tag Archives: Prejudice

The Effects of Fear & Violence: Mourning Trayvon

Posted on March 23, 2012 by Alena Schaim

Trayvon Martin’s death, as well as the lack of charges brought against his killer, was horrific for many, but was not surprising. Women often tell me of their rape aversion plans. They usually include: carrying their keys between their fingers, … Continue reading →

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Saying Goodbye to “Stranger Danger”

Posted on March 15, 2012 by Alena Schaim

We pride ourselves at IMPACT for basing our programs on solid research and responding to dangers in the community. Occasionally the research or the danger changes, which means our program changes. A Washington Post article from 2010 summarized data from … Continue reading →

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Without the Myth of Random Violence

Posted on September 7, 2011 by Alena Schaim

Violence is seldom random.  Like all behaviors, violent behavior follows patterns that can be observed.  Once understood, these patterns can be prepared for.  I highly recommend the book, The Gift of Fear, in which the author Gavin de Becker breaks … Continue reading →

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Empowering Youth to Prevent Violence

Posted on October 28, 2010 by Alena Schaim

A week ago I taught a Gay-Straight Alliance in Albuquerque. It was great timing, as they’d been talking about the “gay suicides” that have been all over the news. I felt for them – they’re so upset about what they … Continue reading →

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