September is National Campus Safety Awareness Month, a time to promote the well-being of students, professors and staff more than ever.
Campus crime has decreased by 35 percent, according to authorities, yet the stats are still troubling. For instance, 1 in 3 students are victims of dating/domestic violence or stalking, more than 50 perfect of all campus crimes reported are property crimes, and more than half of campus crimes occur less than 500 feet off campus.
That being said, there are steps that businesses and organizations can take, in order to help those on school campuses feel safe, and one of the easiest is to equip everyone with the safety tools they need.
Flashlights are a great place to start, since those who are in school and who work in education are always walking to and from classrooms, libraries and offices...even when it is dark.
There are several options to consider handing out, such as those that are mini with powerful LEDs, that come in bright colors with carabiner clips and that clip on while doubling as screwdrivers!
With all the germs that can spread around campuses, hand sanitizers are wise to give to everyone, as well.
There are fun versions of this helpful gel that appeal to students, like a clip-on one, a spray and a pen-shaped bottle.
In order for those who attend school to get in and out of their dorms, homes, classrooms and offices in a quick and efficient way, key finders will also be appreciated by this group.
These gadgets use Bluetooth in order to find keys or phones that may go missing.
Many people bike on campus, so safety reminders for cyclists are another smart way to promote this month.
Lights, reflectors and kits with items like tools and bandages can all come in handy for bikers.
And, of course, stress balls should be provided, too, since part of being safe during the school year is remaining stress-free and calm!
You can find more safety products here, and you can know that we are wishing everyone a happy and safe year, school season and Campus Safety Awareness Month.