Self-Defense

Pop Gym, a Brooklyn-based martial arts collective, is bringing self-defense to unexpected venues—and the vulnerable.

Islamophobia is becoming more widespread and systemic throughout the U.S., but Muslim Americans aren't idly awaiting their ruin.

More trans women are taking up arms than before to protect themselves. But even the simple act of self-preservation can be deemed aggression to conservatives.

Nuns from the Drukpa lineage of Buddhism are known for their strength, athletic ability, and humanitarian relief work.

In her new book, martial artist Wendy Rouse digs into the history of women fighting back.

Right-wingers may be more culturally associated with firearms, but the left has trained for combat since the 19th century.

A new book traces the legal history of self-defense in America—and shows how laws for self-protection have been generally reserved for whites.