Sexual Violence and the Media - Episode 4

Let the Truth Talk

Episode 4 - Sexual Violence and the media

The Harmony Project brings together local service providers working towards ending sexual violence in our community. In our fourth season of Let the Truth Talk, we focus on how sexual violence has been presented in the news. In this episode we talk with Cheryl Wallach from the Association of Alberta Sexual Assault Services (AASAS). Our conversation focuses on how the media presents sexual violence and how that can shape societal perceptions, influence public discourse, and ultimately impact the experiences of survivors. We delve into the role of storytelling, representation, and the responsibility of media outlets in fostering a more empathetic and informed understanding of sexual violence. Join us as we explore the potential for media to contribute to positive change and challenge harmful narratives surrounding this sensitive issue.

Below are some resources that we mentioned in the episode:

https://aasas.ca/about-sexual-violence/research-fact-sheets/

https://possibilityseeds.ca/resources/

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/investigations/unfounded-sexual-assault-canada-main/article33891309/

https://www.vox.com/culture/2023/1/10/23547393/andrew-tate-toxic-masculinity-qa

https://www.nextgenmen.ca/

https://momentsmatter.info/

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The Harmony Project’s diverse stakeholders through expertise and experience are working together to end sexualized violence in the Bow Valley. The Harmony Project is funded by the Ministry of Community and Social Services on behalf of the Government of Alberta.

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