Wanting protection, don't know where to start!

Hello Reddit!I (21F) want to get my concealed carry permit and get a gun to protect myself. I work in a big city in a not-so-safe area and I want to keep a concealed carry in my bag during the day and on my person after hours, especially because the parking garage at my office is very unsafe. I know close to nothing about guns and don't even own one and I just need more info! The main thing I need is a good solid safety. I have a lot of respect for firearms and the power they hold, but that can also be scary. I want to make sure the gun I get is safe to be stored in my purse, while also easy to use in a flash if I get in a situation. I also don't want to break the bank, but I understand that you can't put a price on your own safety.My boyfriend is going to teach me how to shoot well (I've shot a few times at the deer lease but that's it) but he doesn't really know enough about smaller guns to help me! Any advice is appreciated, thanks :)EDIT: Ok yes I am aware that I should carry on my person! I forgot to mention my mom has one of those concealed carry purses so if I were to keep it in one it would be that one and that is mainly just for throughout the workday so I don't have to run around the office with it. I'm really just needing suggestions for the right firearm! Thanks! via /r/CCW https://ift.tt/37TFQjq