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.
- August 20, 2012
- Sally Laskey
There is hopeful evidence that rates of child sexual abuse, as well as other forms of child maltreatment, are declining. However, there is equally concerning evidence that the actual rates of child sexual abuse may not be fully known because of significant barriers victims and community leaders face in reporting crimes. The following talking points provide information on definitions and rates of child sexual abuse. Publish Date 2012
- July 26, 2012
- Ali Mailen Perrotto
This Special Collection provides resources for anti-violence programs to increase their capacity to engage men and boys in their work to end violence against women. The collection explores the social construction of masculinity and the impact that pro-feminist men can have on advancing the anti-violence movement. Publish Date 2012
- July 18, 2012
- Ali Mailen Perrotto
This information packet provides guidance to prevention practitioners at local, state, tribal, territory, and national organizations to work more effectively toward the goal of eliminating sexual violence in their communities. There are six elements to the packet: Resource Packet: Intro Qualities and Abilities of Effective and Confident Prevention Practitioners Core competencies for sexual violence prevention practitioners Strategies for integrating prevention into organizational operations Guidance for hiring, training, and supporting community prevention practitioners Sample
- July 18, 2012
- Ali Mailen Perrotto
This resource outlines the preferred skill set of a Prevention Specialist & Community Organizer. It is part of Finding the Perfect Shade of Change: Resources for Sexual Violence Preventionists Creating Safe and Healthy Communities, an information packet of prevention resources. Publish Date 2012
- July 18, 2012
- Ali Mailen Perrotto
The qualities and abilities of a prevention practitioner are connected to the successful implementation of prevention programming. This resource is designed to provide a potential model for the outreach, interviewing, and hiring process. It is part of Finding the Perfect Shade of Change: Resources for Sexual Violence Preventionists Creating Safe and Healthy Communities, an information packet of prevention resources. Publish Date 2012
- July 18, 2012
- Ali Mailen Perrotto
Preventing sexual violence takes more than the energy, commitment, and time of prevention practitioners – it is a movement-wide initiative that requires thoughtful and intentional action by everyone. When prevention is integrated into an agency’s vision and culture, it can be sustained and continue to grow in innovation over time. This resource outlines how organizational commitment to prevention will help with the movement-wide paradigm shift toward effective prevention. It is part of Finding the Perfect Shade of Change: Resources for Sexual Violence Preventionists Creating Safe and Healthy
- July 18, 2012
- Ali Mailen Perrotto
The importance of identifying core competencies among staff has cut across numerous fields of practice. This resource summarizes findings from focus groups – facilitated by NSVRC in an effort to identify core skills and qualities of effective prevention practitioners – and identifies areas for further exploration. It is part of Finding the Perfect Shade of Change: Resources for Sexual Violence Preventionists Creating Safe and Healthy Communities, an information packet of prevention resources. Publish Date 2012
- July 18, 2012
- Ali Mailen Perrotto
Because effective prevention is rooted in changing social norms that support sexual violence, the qualities and abilities of effective prevention practitioners are informed by a deeply rooted commitment to valuing equality and respect. With this said, this resource helps place these qualities and abilities in context. It is part of Finding the Perfect Shade of Change: Resources for Sexual Violence Preventionists Creating Safe and Healthy Communities, an information packet of prevention resources. Publish Date 2012
- July 18, 2012
- Ali Mailen Perrotto
This resource provides a brief overview of the principles of effective prevention programs and introduces the elements of the prevention resource packet. It is part of Finding the Perfect Shade of Change: Resources for Sexual Violence Preventionists Creating Safe and Healthy Communities, an information packet of prevention resources. Publish Date 2012
- June 22, 2012
- Sally Laskey
This statement was released in response to the June 22, 2012 verdict in the Sandusky Trial. Publish Date 2012