Code Word
When we think about safety planning, we think about victims of domestic violence packing a bag, putting money aside, and grabbing important documents. But, have you thought about safety planning for a first date? Have you ever felt uncomfortable because of the person with whom you are on the date?
A new campaign in Florida aims to help women who believe they are not safe when out at a bar. Ordering an "angel shot" at these bars is a way of letting a bartender know that you need help or you are uncomfortable. If you ask the bartender for an "angel shot," it means you would like to be escorted to your car or taxi. If you ask for an "angel shot" with ice, the bartender will call a taxi for you. If you ask the bartender for an "angel shot" with lime, it lets the bartender know you would like them to call the police for you.
In England, they are using a similar campaign for the same purpose. If someone feels uncomfortable at the bar, they ask the bartender to speak to "Angela." Hayley Child, Substance Misuse and Sexual Violence & Abuse Strategy Coordinator for Lincolnshire County Council, Lincolnshire England, U.K., said “The ‘Ask for Angela’ posters are part of our wider #NoMore campaign which aims to promote a culture change in relation to sexual violence and abuse, promote services in Lincolnshire and empower victims to make a decision on whether to report incidents. Sexual abuse and violence is a national issue, and all councils have a responsibility to tackle abuse. (25 October 2016)” These code words will hopefully make themselves known around the world to help someone who is feeling unsafe get out of the situation and allowing others to help in a safe way.
Transitions hopes to see these campaigns spread across the United States.
Written by: Alesha L.
A new campaign in Florida aims to help women who believe they are not safe when out at a bar. Ordering an "angel shot" at these bars is a way of letting a bartender know that you need help or you are uncomfortable. If you ask the bartender for an "angel shot," it means you would like to be escorted to your car or taxi. If you ask for an "angel shot" with ice, the bartender will call a taxi for you. If you ask the bartender for an "angel shot" with lime, it lets the bartender know you would like them to call the police for you.
In England, they are using a similar campaign for the same purpose. If someone feels uncomfortable at the bar, they ask the bartender to speak to "Angela." Hayley Child, Substance Misuse and Sexual Violence & Abuse Strategy Coordinator for Lincolnshire County Council, Lincolnshire England, U.K., said “The ‘Ask for Angela’ posters are part of our wider #NoMore campaign which aims to promote a culture change in relation to sexual violence and abuse, promote services in Lincolnshire and empower victims to make a decision on whether to report incidents. Sexual abuse and violence is a national issue, and all councils have a responsibility to tackle abuse. (25 October 2016)” These code words will hopefully make themselves known around the world to help someone who is feeling unsafe get out of the situation and allowing others to help in a safe way.
Transitions hopes to see these campaigns spread across the United States.
Written by: Alesha L.
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