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.
- July 25, 2024
- NSVRC
This 30-minute course explains why plain language is important for messaging about sexual violence and provides opportunities to practice using plain language.
- July 25, 2024
- NSVRC
This 30-minute course explores how the general public understands sexual violence. It provides opportunities to practice reframing messages about sexual violence to get at root causes and ultimately change how people understand it.
- July 25, 2024
- NSVRC
This 30-minute course teaches you how to create effective messages about preventing sexual harassment, abuse, and assault. It includes slide visuals, audio narration, and interactive quizzes to help you practice what you learn.
- July 18, 2024
- NSVRC
Sexual abuse and harassment in US correctional facilities remains a critical issue, with thousands of cases reported annually. These incidents are significantly underreported, however, owing to barriers including fear of retaliation, stigma, and lack of confidentiality. In 2003, lawmakers passed the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) with unanimous, bipartisan support and charged the National Prison Rape Elimination Commission with developing standards that were released in 2012. Over a decade later, fewer than half of states, territories, and the District of Columbia are in full compliance
- May 08, 2024
- Laura Palumbo
This discussion guide was designed to help sexual assault coalitions and the rape crisis programs consider if and how to best meet the housing needs of survivors of sexual violence in their communities.
- May 07, 2024
- Virginia Perez-Ortega
Virginia Pérez-Ortega habla con Jamila Cervantes, de Just Detention International, sobre la moderación de grupos de apoyo para hombres que se encuentran en prisión. Jamila describe el grupo que ella facilita, incluyendo cómo es el trabajo en colaboración con la institución, la estructura del grupo y los temas que se tratan. Este episodio forma parte de una serie sobre colaboraciones que permiten llegar a los hombres supervivientes de violencia sexual y prestarles apoyo. De lo que se habla en este episodio: Detención Justa Internacional ¿Cómo trabajar con sobrevivientes masculinos de
- May 07, 2024
- Louie Marven
Louie talks with Kris Mady from Just Detention International about facilitating support groups in men’s prisons. Kris describes the group he helps facilitate, including how it works to partner with the facility, the structure of the group, and the topics covered. This episode is part of a series on partnerships that reach and support men who are survivors of sexual violence. Discussed in this episode: Just Detention International Groups Guide: Conducting Groups for Incarcerated Survivors of Sexual Abuse Working with Male Survivors of Sexual Violence
- April 25, 2024
- Laura Palumbo
Emergency Contraception (EC) provides a last chance to prevent an unintended pregnancy after unprotected sex and is an important option for survivors of sexual and domestic violence. This factsheet was created by the American Society for Emergency Contraception (ASEC), NSVRC, and Futures Without Violence to help advocates understand why it is crucial for them to know about EC and ensure all survivors of sexual and domestic violence are given accurate information and timely access.
- April 18, 2024
- Laura Palumbo
Este recurso ofrece información y contexto para ayudar al público a entender cómo los esfuerzos de prevención se pueden ampliar al nivel comunitario. Creado como parte de la campaña "Estableciendo comunidades conectadas" de NSVRC durante el mes de concientización sobre la agresión sexual, este recurso brinda ejemplos de cómo pudiera manifestarse la prevención a nivel comunitario. La prevención a nivel comunitario se refiere a suscitar cambios en factores y condiciones a mayor escala, a fin de reducir la posibilidad de que las personas causen violencia sexual. Estas condiciones a
- April 17, 2024
- Laura Palumbo
Este recurso explora cuáles son los elementos fundacionales de una comunidad conectada y cómo estas conexiones dan protección contra el riesgo de la violencia sexual. Creado como parte de la campaña "Estableciendo comunidades conectadas" de NSVRC durante el mes de concientización sobre la agresión sexual, este recurso brinda ejemplos de cómo pudiera manifestarse la prevención a nivel comunitario. La prevención a nivel comunitario se refiere a suscitar cambios en factores y condiciones a mayor escala, a fin de reducir la posibilidad de que las personas causen violencia sexual. Estas