Illinois International
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Andrea Bordeau
Assistant Director of International Health and safety
Take advantage of these resources to protect your safety and security while traveling overseas.
General Safety and Security Sources
- U.S. Dept of State Smart Traveler Enrollment Program – Register here for STEP, which is a free service from the U.S. Department of State. Registering before your trip allows the U.S. Department of State to better assist you in case of emergency.
- Help for American Victims of Crime Overseas – This guide from the U.S. Department of State includes information on who to contact and what steps to take for Americans who become victims of crime overseas.
- U.S. Embassy – On the U.S. Embassy website you can find your local embassy and explore the services that are available for U.S. citizens, including emergency services.
- U.S. State Department Twitter Alerts – Follow the U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Consular Affairs Twitter feed for up to date information for American travelers, including security alerts for crisis situations.
- Personal Security–At Home, On the Street, While Traveling – This guide from the Bureau of Diplomatic Security provides a comprehensive list of considerations for U.S. citizens living overseas.
Road Safety
Road crashes are the leading cause of death for U.S. Travelers abroad. Consult these resources to find out how to keep yourself safe in your travels.
- U.S. Department of State Road Safety – Some things to consider about road safety while travelling, from the U.S. Department of State.
- United Nations Road Safety Collaboration – An organization committed to improving world road safety, their website includes helpful documentation on road safety and ways to keep safe as a pedestrian or driver.
Sexual Assault and Harassment Abroad
- Help for American Victims of Crime Overseas – This guide from the U.S. Department of State includes information on who to contact and what steps to take for Americans who become victims of crime overseas.
- Understanding Sexual Harassment & Violence: Points to Consider While Studying Abroad – This guide, from the Northwestern University Study Abroad Office, outlines important considerations about sexual harassment and violence for students studying abroad.