Women learn self-defense skills during benefit for Auburn Food Bank

Karate Northwest held a one-day women's self-defense seminar Aug. 28, a benefit for the Auburn Food Bank.

Karate Northwest held a one-day women’s self-defense seminar Aug. 28, a benefit for the Auburn Food Bank.

Participants learned how to recognize and avoid dangerous situations and were given invaluable skills in dealing with violent physical confrontation.

All proceeds went to the food bank to assist women and children in abusive living environments.