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PRESS RESOURCES
As part of our commitment to educating our community about domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking, The Friendship Center welcomes media inquiries.
Whether you’re looking for information specific to our tri-county area or Montana at-large, we’re here to help.
Do you have questions about domestic violence, its impact on our community, or how TFC is addressing it?
Get in Touch
Kim Patterson, Executive Director
kim.p@thefriendshipcenter.org
406.442.6800
Our areas of expertise include:
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Public policies affecting survivors and advocates
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Lethality risk indicators
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Misconceptions about domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking
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Domestic and sexual violence in the LGBTQ+ community
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Abuse in later life
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Confidentiality, mandatory reporting, and safety considerations for survivors
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Perpetrator behavior
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How to minimize further harm in working with survivors
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Strengths-based advocacy and empowerment model for supporting survivors
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Barriers for those fleeing violent relationships
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Disclosed vs. confidential shelter locations and other direct service considerations
Media Resources
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Style Guide & Facts for Media Professionals
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Media Guide from National Network to End Domestic Violence
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How to Have an Informed Conversation About Domestic Violence, a fact sheet with tips from National Network to End Domestic Violence
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Domestic Violence in Montana, an overview of statewide facts and statistics from National Coalition Against Domestic Violence
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Domestic Violence, an overview of nationwide facts and statistics from National Coalition Against Domestic Violence
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Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault, a brochure providing a basic overview from Montana Legal Services Association
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Media guidelines for reporting on Child Sexual Abuse from INHOPE, an international network of hotlines dedicated to eliminating Child Sexual Abuse Material online
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Victim Service Programs by Region, a map of direct service programs from Montana Coalition Against Domestic & Sexual Violence
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Recent News
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KTVH | June 18, 2026
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KTVH | March 25, 2026
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KTVH | May 30, 2025
Helena nonprofits fear budget cuts will harm most vulnerable
Montana Free Press | May 26, 2025
News Releases from TFC
To learn more about some of the key issues intersecting with domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking, visit our Resources page.
If you or a loved one has experienced sexual assault, and you want to request services or talk about the situation, visit our Services page to learn more about our free and confidential support.