Raquel Riley Thomas is the founder of Defend Riley, an initiative focused on self-defense for women and children. For Thomas, who served as a Captain in the U.S Army, this initiative is personal.

When it comes to staying safe, a little preparation can go a long way. At Florida International University, a free program is giving women the tools they need to protect themselves both on and off ...

FLOURTOWN, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- In honor of Women's History month, a martial arts gym in Montgomery County is opening its doors for women and teenagers to learn some simple self-defense techniques.

Would you know how to defend yourself if someone tried to attack you? A Houston Jiu-Jitsu master offered easy and potentially life-saving self-defense moves that hopefully you'll never have to use. He ...

At a recent WINK Listens event, Courtney King from Pelican Bay showcased fake guns and knives to demonstrate self-defense techniques learned at the Weapons Defense Academy in Bonita Springs. The ...