Roundups
Personal Safety Presentation for Teenage Girls
An empowering and informative Teen Girls’ Personal Safety Presentation will be presented virtually, Monday, April 1, from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Offered by Fairfax County police, this program will equip teenage girls with the knowledge they need to feel confident in any situation.
The instructor will cover a wide range of crucial topics, including Crime Prevention, Situational Awareness, Observing Your Surroundings, Reducing the Risk of an Attack, Developing a Plan of Action, and Knowing When to Use Force. It’s a valuable opportunity for teens to learn practical strategies that’ll help them navigate the world with greater peace of mind.
The presentation is for girls 13-17, and they must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. (Parents may log in from a different location than your teen). To attend, people must register in advance at https://bit.ly/3PtOjRD.
Faith-Based Meeting about Preventing Scams
The Sully Police District’s quarterly Faith-Based Meeting will be held Tuesday, April 2, from 9-10:30 a.m., at Mount Olive Baptist Church, 6600 Old Centreville Road in Centreville. Melissa Smarr will discuss scams, plus how to recognize them and avoid becoming a victim. There’ll also be updates from the Sully District Police Station, plus information about upcoming events. Light refreshments will be served. Those wanting to attend are asked to RSVP at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4EAEA62DAAFAC43-48513918-2ndquarter#/.