Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin and Media Associations Host Ethical Victim Reporting Webinar
Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin, in partnership with the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association and the Wisconsin Newspaper Association, is organizing a webinar dedicated to promoting responsible media practices when reporting on crime victims.
Webinar Speakers and Moderator
- Leigh Mills, Evening News Anchor for WMTV
- Kim Goldman, Victim Rights Advocate and sister of OJ Simpson murder victim Ron Goldman
- Ashley Lutheran, Deputy Investigations Editor for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
- Renee Williams, Executive Director at the National Center for Victims of Crime
The discussion will be moderated by Nela Kalpic, State Director for Marsy’s Law Wisconsin.
Webinar Topics and Aims
The webinar will cover guidance from the National Center for Victims of Crime (NCVC) for journalists, focusing on respectful interaction with victims, shielding survivors from unwanted attention, and using their stories responsibly to benefit both reporters and victims.
It will also link these ethical practices to Wisconsin’s constitutional amendment known as Marsy’s Law, which secures victims' rights such as privacy, notification, and participation in the justice process.
“The webinar highlights best practices for protecting survivors from unwanted attention and leveraging their stories to yield positive outcomes for both reporters and victims.”
Marsy’s Law guarantees key rights to crime victims, ensuring their voices are heard and their dignity respected throughout legal proceedings.
Author’s summary: This webinar aims to improve ethical reporting on crime victims by aligning media practices with Marsy’s Law protections, enhancing support and privacy for survivors.
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