HERstory: Female Firearms Figures of the Past and Present
Between 2005 and 2020, the National Shooting Sports Foundation documented a 77% rise in female gun ownership. Today, there are over 5 million estimated women who practice target shooting in the United States, whether it’s for hunting, sport shooting, or sharpening self-defense skills. However, women didn’t always play a prominent role in the firearms industry. […]
Honoring Famous Self-Defense Advocates in Black History
It’s February, which means it’s Black History Month! Last year we took some time to recognize some notable Black Americans who are currently making an impact in the firearms and defensive living space. We also touched on a few more prominent individuals in Black History, such as Harriet Tubman and Martin Luther King, Jr. This […]
New Year, New You? 2023 is the Year to Keep Resolutions
Well it’s official, we’ve made it to 2023! From all of us at Concealed Coalition, Happy New Year! The start of the year is always a special time full of new beginnings – and those fun things called “New Year’s Resolutions” that everyone loves so much. While many people may make well-intentioned resolutions that start […]
Deck the Halls (With Holiday Home Security Measures)
It’s that time of year – festive lights are going up on houses, and people are working their way down shopping lists to buy the perfect gifts for their loved ones. Unfortunately there’s one thing that could put a damper on this holiday spirit, and that’s crime. Whether it’s shorter days causing increased hours of […]
Stressed Out? Taking a Self-Defense Course Could Help.
Stress. It’s a feeling that everyone experiences at one time or another. These nerves can be caused by a number of factors, such as responsibilities at work and school, or familial or financial decisions. Understandably, another source of stress for many people is the inherent risks of the increasingly dangerous world around us. In honor […]
Hook, Line, and Sinker: Protecting Yourself From Phishing
Phishing: It may sound like a fun summer activity, but change a few letters and throw in some criminal intent and you’ve got a genuine cybersecurity threat. Wondering what in the world we’re referring to? Phishing is the practice of cybercriminals contacting targets digitally while pretending to be a legitimate organization. Their goal is to […]
Rock the Vote: Your National Voter Registration Day Guide
Are you a registered voter? If not, you’re not alone. According to the U.S. Census in 2020, nearly one in four eligible Americans were not registered to vote. Every year, millions of Americans continue to miss out on their right to vote due to registration problems or missed deadlines. National Voter Registration Day hopes to […]
The Hidden Killer Plaguing Law Enforcement, First Responders, and Veterans
Concealed Coalition’s National Training Director Austin Davis contributed to this piece, drawing on over 30 years’ experience in law enforcement. More than 20 veterans and active-duty military take their own lives every day in America. In fact, the suicide rate for this group is 1.5 times higher than that of the general population. Think about […]
The Yellow Ribbon: Suicide Awareness and Prevention
*Content warning: This post contains sensitive information related to suicide and mental health. If you are having thoughts of self-harm, please call the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline that provides 24/7 service via a toll-free hotline or seek help from your trusted mental health professional. September is National Suicide Prevention Month, which is commemorated by […]
