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Safety & Security Abroad
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• Be aware and alert. Know your surroundings.
• Act like you know where you are going. Project a
confident attitude.
• Don’t make eye contact. Women: ask another woman
for directions.
• Call a taxi in sketchy areas, and at night.
• Dress: don’t attract undesirable attention.
• Don’t be afraid to ask for help.
• Don’t be afraid to make a scene.
• Avoid sitting/waiting in empty areas.
http://www.transitionsabroad.com/publications/solowomantraveler/womenstudyingabroad.shtml
US DOS: Department of State
• Country Information Sheets
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U.S. Embassy and/or US Consulate contact info
Health/medical, road/airport conditions, political atmosphere
Crime and security
Illegal drug penalties
• Travel Warning
– Dangerous or unstable conditions
– US Embassy Closure or Staff Drawdown
• Travel Alerts
– Short-term conditions posing imminent risks to U.S. citizens
– Natural disasters
– Terrorist attacks
– Coups
– Anniversaries of terrorist events
– Election-related demonstrations or violence
– Work stoppages, strikes, demonstrations
– High-profile events such as international conferences or sports events
• Worldwide Caution
A SAFE TRIP ABROAD
• Travel Docs lost or stolen passports, etc.
• Health prescriptions, vaccinations, etc.
• Emergencies crime victim assistance, etc.
• Embassies locations
• Smart Travel packing, women travelers, GLBT
travelers, disabilities, etc.
• Check Lists & Go Guides
• Voting
registering, absentee ballot, etc.
• News & Alerts travel alerts and warnings
Laws & Customs
• You are subject to laws of your host country
• Actions that may be legal or minor infractions in USA
may be illegal in your host country.
• Do not take photographs in security-related areas
• Drugs
• Possession marijuana or cocaine
• Tranquilizers and amphetamines
HTH WORLDWIDE INSURANCE
• You are covered:
– Accident
– Sickness
– Political Security and Natural Disaster Evacuation Services
– Follow HTH Welcome Letter instructions.
– Carry HTH ID card with emergency Tel #s
• Locate your doctor(s) abroad before you leave
• General Travel Health
• Drug & Medical Terms & Phrases Translation Guides
• CityHealth Profiles & Security Profiles
• International News Alerts
TO HAVE
• Money & Passport BENEATH your clothing
• ATM Card(s)
• Credit Card(s)
• Extra ID photos
• Passport Copies (signature/photo page)
• Medication supply
• entire semester
• Mobile phone
www.piccellwireless.com (contract)
“Pay as you go” (no contract)
There are many options!
Leave behind…
• Jewelry, designer bags, irreplaceable
valuables
• Unnecessary items (social security card)
• Uncomfortable shoes
• Clothing you don’t typically wear
• Items you can acquire abroad
Riskiest places to use credit cards
• Non-bank-owned
ATMs
• Flea markets
• Small shops/cafes
abroad
• Non-secure on-line
check-out
• WiFi hotspots and
public computers
• Recurring bills and
subscriptions
• Purchases on smart
phones
• Unsolicited e-mail
offers
• Strange and foreign
domain extension
• Suspect swipe
terminal
Safe Behavior
• Be discreet: with strangers and what they may overhear.
• Do not discuss personal matters – yours or others.
• Minimize time in airports & train stations.
• Avoid revealing luggage tags, dress, baseball caps, and
behaviors that identify you as American.
• Avoid large gathering places.
• Keep RD or friends informed of travel plans
• Don’t invite strangers to room or apartment
• Residence LOCKED AT ALL TIMES especially when
you’re there.
Finally…
Local support staff can help.
• Orientation is MANDATORY
Family
MIP
stay in touch: I’m OK; you’re OK!
We’re here for you too.
Emergency:
HTH benefits; share your phone #
Independence
remember what you told us….
“Peoples is Peoples”