Becoming the Civilian Defender

[Paladin]

This is an older article from 2016, but still thought provoking. I don't know that I completely agree with everything, but there are some good thoughts: Becoming the Civilian Defender

This part I like:

Ayoob’s Survival Priorities:

1. Mental Awareness and Mental Preparedness
2. Tactics
3. Skill
4. Equipment

This part is more speculative:

There is what I feel should constitute the undergraduate education of THE CIVILIAN DEFENDER:
Criminology/Street Smarts/Physical Preparedness
Defensive Driving
Emergency Medical
Legal Preparation, Aftermath and Rules of Engagement
Less Lethal skills
Handgun Carry Course
Handgun Skills and Tactics Course
Defensive Tactics