Reporting on Sexual Violence

August 14, 2024

Media Resources, Sexual Violence

View tips from the National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC) on reporting on sexual violence.

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Ready to Rise: Assessing NDDSVC’s Capacity for Leading Health Equity-Focused Sexual Violence Prevention Efforts

Prevention, Sexual Violence

Reports

NDDSVC’s role as the designated state sexual assault coalition includes a strategic focus on addressing sexual violence through prevention strategies and creating a culture of respect, consent, and nonviolence in North Dakota. In 2023, NDDSVC received funding and resources from...

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Media Guide for Reporters, Editors, and Media Professionals

Domestic Violence, Media Resources

Guidelines, Policies, & Protocols, Websites

The National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV) has created this guide as a resource for reporters and storytellers. While this is not a checklist, it does approach the issues of domestic violence, dating abuse, stalking, and sexual assault with...

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Journalist Playbook for Writing About Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence, Media Resources

Guidelines, Policies, & Protocols, Websites

Together, journalists, advocates, and domestic violence survivors worked to create this comprehensive tool that supports journalists in covering domestic violence with skill and empathy. The playbook includes fundamental principles to keep in mind when reporting on domestic violence and tips...

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Thousands of North Dakotans experience domestic and sexual violence each year. But together, we can change that. By giving to NDDSVC, you’re helping us prevent future violence and providing life-saving resources to North Dakota communities.

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If you are in an unsafe or abusive situation, there are 19 domestic violence/sexual assault (DV/SA) victim advocacy centers across North Dakota that can help you navigate your options and stay safe. Each center is staffed with professionals who can help you with safety planning, finding shelter, obtaining a protection order, and more.

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NDDSVC does not provide direct services to victims and survivors.
Contact a DV/SA advocacy center near you if you are looking for support. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.