Hi, I’m Jen O'Hara, founder of Girls With Guns Clothing. When I started this company nearly 20 years ago, my goal was simple: empower women to protect themselves and their families.
I didn’t always take personal safety as seriously as I do now. Becoming a mom changed that. Suddenly, I felt responsible for three lives: my kids and my own. That responsibility is what pushed me to focus not just on the outdoors and hunting, but on real self-defense solutions women can actually use.
At Girls With Guns, we believe there’s no single “right” way to protect yourself. Some women choose firearms, some don’t – and that’s okay. What matters is confidence, training and having a tool that fits your life.
I first really got to know TASER energy weapons at the SHOT Show. I tried the TASER Pulse 2 and was completely hooked. It was simple, intuitive and actually fun to use. At the time, I was also wearing our Defender Leggings, which are designed for concealed carry, and the TASER Pulse 2 fit perfectly. That moment made me think: how can Girls With Guns and TASER energy weapons help more women feel safe and prepared?
Here’s what I tell every woman about personal safety: first, avoid getting into dangerous situations. Situational awareness matters. Second, train with the tool you choose. Know the laws in your state. And third, pick something you’re comfortable using because if you aren’t comfortable, the tool won’t help you.
And I think that we need to not be fearful about our personal safety. We need to take charge, and be the ones who are making sure that we know what's best and that we are moving forward. As women, we need to protect our families and our personal safety and we can't leave it up to someone else because no one's coming to save us. And in that situation, we need to be able to defend our lives to the best of our ability, whatever that may be.
TASER devices are an excellent option for many women: they’re easy to carry, rechargeable and can keep an attacker at a distance, up to 15 feet. That can be the difference between doing nothing and resorting to deadly force. It gives you options.
We help women find the right option for them, whether that’s a firearm, a TASER device or other self-defense tools. If you want to try a TASER Pulse 2, see how it fits with our Defender Leggings, or learn basic skills, we’re here to help.
Take charge of your safety. You’re worth it.
