I recently began school in New York City, one of the greatest cities in the world. That is how I choose to see the city; I know it's flaws, but it is trying very hard to "clean up its act."
Unfortunately, the city is still seen as one of those melting pots of iniquity. An all girls' school which is affiliated with the college which I attend sees fit to have several security meetings during orientation. During these security meetings, the girls are presented with "Rape Whistles." The whistles, standard shiny whistles attached to a cord to be hung around the neck, are designe to protect the girls from unwanted sexual advances. They were "educated" on the proper use of the whistle in said meetings.
 Isn't it simply sad that we live in a society where something so ludicrous as a "Rape Whistle" is deemed necessary? Isn't it sad that such a glorious community, a place of learning and culture, must still be tarred by a reputation of lawlessness?Â
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That people think a "rape whistle" is going to do anything at all. 85% of rapes are "date/friend rapes" girls aren't going to blow a whistle when their guy friend is talking to them. Then slowly convinces her to hook up and then, after the fact, she regrets it...now by definition that's rape, but when are you supposed to blow a whistle. And another thing, when a person is raped aren't they usually naked? What rapist keeps a whistle on their neck but takes off their pants. Again most rapes arent like how you see in the movies.
Silent enim leges inter arma
A whistle ISNT going to bring and end to all rapes, no. But i may prevent a few. If the girl has a chance to blow the whistle before the rapist attacks her, it may help. In a large city, i think it's a good attempt made by women to end rapes and other crimes that many become victims of.
Don't you feel lucky to get a rape whistle. i'd sure like one esp. since anyone could easily overpower me since i'm a short and skinny. The risks are everywhere los angeles, new york