STAY SAFE WHILE TRAVELING – Awareness, Action & Confidence for Everyone

Traveling — whether for business, study, or leisure — can be one of life’s most rewarding experiences. But unfamiliar places can also bring unfamiliar risks. Our “Stay Safe While Traveling” workshop helps you prepare for the road ahead with practical tools, local awareness tips, and real-world examples of how to stay safe before and during your journey.

What You’ll Learn

1. Before You Go: Pre-Trip Safety Planning

• Researching your destination — understanding culture, laws, customs, and local conditions.
• Identifying reliable sources for travel advisories and updates.
• Preparing your documents safely (passports, visas, insurance, and emergency contacts).
• Digital safety while traveling — protecting your information and devices.

2. On the Move: Transit Awareness

• Common scams in airports, train stations, and transit hubs.
• Staying alert in crowded spaces and handling your luggage securely.
• Safe money handling and using ATMs abroad.
• Recognizing distractions, bump scams, and “helpful stranger” tactics.

3. At Your Destination: Street-Smart Travel

• Typical tourist scams — from fake petitions to overfriendly “guides.”
• How to respond if approached by fake police or officials.
• Hotel and accommodation safety basics.
• Navigating nightlife, rideshares, and local transportation safely.

Why Attend

This interactive session blends real-life examples, group discussion, and practical safety checklists to boost your confidence wherever you travel. You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of how to spot red flags early and respond calmly and effectively to keep yourself and your belongings safe.