Women's Self-Defense Seminar Offers Tips To College Students

ALSIP, IL -- State Rep. Kelly Burke (36th District) along with cohorts Sen. Bill Cunningham (18th District) and Rep. Fran Hurley (35th District) are hosting a FREE self-defense seminar especially for female college students. The seminar takes place at 7 p.m. Aug. 7 at the Chicago Fix, 4155 W. 123rd St., Alsip. Young women aged 16 and over, are welcome to attend.

“Being on your own for the first time can be scary and intimidating, so we want to give the young women in our area the information and skills they need to protect themselves,” Burke said in a news release. “This introductory seminar will provide women of all ages the techniques they need to defend themselves. This would be a great mother and daughter or sister outing.”

The state lawmakers have partnered with a trained law enforcement officer to lead the introductory self-defense seminar, which is aimed at increasing awareness and keeping women safe -- especially on college campuses. The FREE seminar is designed to be fun, interactive and provide introductory information on protecting yourself from assailant. Space is limited, RSVPs are suggested. Reserve a spot before you head back to school by emailing Smkerwin@kellyburkerep36.org or call 708-425-0571.

“I am encouraging women of all ages to come to this free seminar and learn how they can avoid becoming a victim,” Burke said.

~ Photo via Rep. Fran Hurley Facebook Page