Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin to Host Webinar on Ethical Victim Reporting
Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin, together with the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association and the Wisconsin Newspaper Association, are organizing a webinar on responsible media coverage of 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 webinar will be moderated by Nela Kalpic, State Director for Marsy’s Law Wisconsin.
Key Topics Covered
- Best practices for engaging with victims responsibly
- Protecting survivors from unwanted attention
- Using victim stories thoughtfully to benefit both reporters and survivors
- Guidance based on the National Center for Victims of Crime (NCVC) reporting guide
- Connecting ethical reporting practices to Wisconsin’s Marsy’s Law, which secures victims’ rights to privacy, notice, and participation in the justice system
"Marsy’s Law guarantees rights such as privacy, notice, and participation in the justice process."
This webinar aims to enhance journalists' understanding of victim rights while encouraging ethical and sensitive reporting.
Author's summary: A webinar hosted by Marsy’s Law Wisconsin and media associations promotes ethical media practices that protect crime victims' rights and privacy in reporting.