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.
This guide was developed for local rape crisis advocates who may be asked to work with a survivor with autism. It is a brief primer on autism, how persons who have autism may respond to a traumatic event and the importance of working with disability providers in a collaborative fashion. There are resource lists for advocates […]
This resource, part of the Media relations toolkit, provides examples of ways to reuse positive news coverage and respond to negative news coverage. Publish Date September 2018
This resource, part of the Media relations toolkit, provides a brief calendar of holidays, anniversaries, and other observances that can be used as angles for talking about prevention. Publish Date September 2018
This resource, part of the Media relations toolkit, explains how to use editorial pages, opinion pieces, and letters to the editor to bring attention to issues related to sexual violence prevention. It also includes a sample letter to the editor. Publish Date September 2018
This resource, part of the Media relations toolkit, explains the difference between a media advisory and a press release, provides tips on distributing a media advisory, and includes a sample media advisory. Publish Date September 2018
This resource, part of the Media relations toolkit, explains the purpose of a press release, lists tips to keep in mind while writing one, and concludes with a sample press release. Publish Date September 2018
This resource, part of the Media relations toolkit, provides step-by-step instructions on how to prepare for and complete an interview with a member of the media. Publish Date September 2018
This resource, part of the Media relations toolkit, makes the case for partnering with the media and provides additional resources for working with journalists. Publish Date September 2018
This resource is comprised of tools to help build relationships with journalists and inform news coverage about sexual harassment, abuse, and assault.
Develop effective messages about preventing sexual harassment, abuse, and assault that will resonate with different audiences with this guide. This guide, a joint publication between Berkeley Media Studies Group and NSVRC, provides recommendations on how to frame sexual violence, develop effective messages about prevention, and work with the media to inform and educate the public.
