Choose a personal protection device best suited to your situation. Personal protection devices range from sophisticated alarms for your home and car to defensive sprays and key chains you can carry in your purse. Options and the advantages and disadvantages of each are discussed in detail in the NRA Refuse To Be A Victim Course. Firearms, A Personal Choice 42. Make an informed choice about firearm ownership.
Firearm ownership is a deeply personal and profound decision.
NRA does not promote firearm ownership. We only advocate your constitutional right to choose whether to lawfully own a gun. For women who do choose to exercise that right, NRA offers information on the pros and cons of ownership, types of firearms, legal issues, and education and training for responsible use and safe storage of firearms with children in the home.