20260724 1800 Strong Minds, Safer Lives - Mental Health and Self-Defense Fundamentals 2

20260724 1800 Strong Minds, Safer Lives - Mental Health and Self-Defense Fundamentals 2

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Building on the virtual fundamentals session, participants practiced self-defense skills through guided, interactive exercises. Activities addressed awareness, reaction time, personal boundaries, and assertive communication in difficult situations. The hands-on session emphasized empowerment, safety planning, realistic strategies for everyday environments, simple defensive techniques, scenario-based responses, and physical and mental readiness.

Presenters: Amy Wilson; Ricardo Salazar, ACBS president, Miami, FL; Gregg Wandsneider, ACBS board member, Waukesha, WI