How to do no harm: Resources to help journalists avoid re-traumatizing survivors of sexual violence

UNITED NATIONS, New York/AMMAN, Jordan –Sexual and gender-based violenceterrorizes women and girls around the world, affecting as many as one in three women. Reporters play an essential role in bringing these cases to light so that authorities can take action and prevent further abuses. Yet reporting on gender-based violence comes with serious risks to survivors.When journalists tell these stories carelessly, or without proper training, they can leave survivors feeling exploited or exposed to stigma and retaliation.
Source: UNFPA News - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Source Type: news