For Journalists
Work with Media to Get the Story Right on Gender-Based Violence (2023) With the Gender-Based Violence Learning Network
Media play a powerful role in sharing information that can perpetuate or challenge harmful narratives around gender-based violence (GBV). These narratives can impact societal and public responses to GBV, perception and treatment of survivors, and advocacy efforts
This Backgrounder offers tips and strategies for gender-based violence (GBV) advocates to use when navigating media interviews and requests for information. Meaningful engagement between GBV advocates and media professionals improves GBV media coverage and helps everyone better understand the issues and solutions.