Important conversation, although I'm afraid we're slowly drifting away from mere introduction. Maybe we should split and devote an own thread to what LauraBell (and others in similar circumstances) could do?
Actually, having some phases of my life in regions, where sexual assault and rape was endemic, plus sadly learning how widespread it still was in regions that "globally" were considered safe, I think personal safety and security is such an important topic, it easily deserves a dedicated thread.
