The NSVRC collects information and resources to assist those working to prevent sexual violence and to improve resources, outreach and response strategies. This page lists resources on this website that have been developed by NSVRC staff.
- Enero 13, 2015
- Ali Mailen Perrotto
This fact sheet offers suggestions for sexual assault centers to partner with youth-serving organizations to prevent child sexual abuse. These recommendations also can be used by youth-serving organizations in their efforts to support the development of healthy, safe, and happy young people. It is part of the 2015 Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) resource kit. Publish Date 2015
- Enero 13, 2015
- Ali Mailen Perrotto
This fact sheet provides information about sexual violence prevention and how parents and caregivers can play a role in responding to victims and promoting prevention. It is part of the 2015 Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) resource kit. Also available in Spanish. Publish Date 2015
- Diciembre 18, 2014
- Sally Laskey
El acceso multilingüe es crucial para la prevención de la violencia sexual y las intervenciones conexas. Esta declaración describe en enfoque del NSVRC al acceso multilingüe dentro de un marco de justicia social. Publish Date 2014
- Diciembre 18, 2014
- Ali Mailen Perrotto
Sexual violence -- including rape, child sexual abuse, and sexual harassment -- is a complicated topic to understand. There are many fears, myths, and stereotypes that abound. We understand that reporting on these topics is a difficult task and we appreciate the media’s commitment to doing so with integrity. As a result, the National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC) has created a packet for journalists about reporting on sexual violence. As members of the media, journalists play a critical role in illuminating the truth for people. Well-written, fact-based stories that place a
- Diciembre 11, 2014
- Sally Laskey
The Bureau of Justice Statistics special report Rape and Sexual Assault Victimization Among College-Age Females, 1995–2013 released in December, 2014 uses the National Crime Victimization Survey (NCVS) to compare the rape and sexual assault victimization from 1995 to 2013 of female college students (enrolled in a college, university, trade school or vocational school) and female nonstudents. Read our highlights. Publish Date December 2014
- Diciembre 08, 2014
- Sally Laskey
High-profile cases in the media are an important opportunity to educate the public about the realities of sexual assault. Specifics of each case are different, but our role as advocates is always to support survivors and help everyone understand sexual violence. These talking points were created to assist in those discussions. Publish Date December 2014
- Diciembre 03, 2014
- Sally Laskey
This flyer provides information about the NSVRC’s Lifespan Project which is a technical assistance initiative to provide advocates, medical providers, law enforcement, prosecutors, and others with resources and strategies to effectively respond to and support survivors of sexual violence. The Lifespan Project focuses on trauma-informed service delivery with a particular concern for populations who may fall through the cracks of our systems. Publish Date 2014
- Noviembre 17, 2014
- Sally Laskey
High-profile cases in the media are an important opportunity to educate the public about the realities of sexual assault. Specifics of each case are different, but our role as advocates is always to support survivors and help everyone understand sexual violence. These talking points were created to assist in those discussions. Publish Date November 2014
- Octubre 24, 2014
- mszymanski
The 2014 Fall & Winter edition of The Resource celebrates the 20th anniversary of the Violence Against Women Act. Vice President Joe Biden recently deemed VAWA his “proudest legislative achievement.” In an article inside this issue, a legal advocate gives an inside look at what it was like to work on the second iteration of the landmark legislation in 1998. Other topics covered in this issue include: Primary prevention: It’s for everyone, so how can we make getting started more accessible? Community Voices: We asked members of the anti-sexual violence movement to tell us their favorite
- Octubre 17, 2014
- Ali Mailen Perrotto
The 2010 SAAM Campaign addressed sexual assault prevention on college campuses. It includes resources for each of the six levels of the Spectrum of Prevention. Level 1: Strengthening Individual Knowledge and Skills PowerPoint Workshop: Making a Difference: Your Role in Sexual Violence Prevention on Campus Level 2: Promoting Community EducationCreating an Effective Public Education Campaign (PDF) Level 3: Educating ProvidersFact Sheets for Administrators, Faculty/Staff, and Campus Healthcare Providers (DOC) Level 4: Fostering Coalitions and NetworksExpanding Your