PRESS RESOURCES

As part of our commitment to educating our community about domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking, we welcome 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, Development Director
kim.p@thefriendshipcenter.org
406.442.6800

Public policies affecting survivors and advocates
Lethality risk indicators
Misconceptions about domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking
Domestic and sexual violence in the LGBTQ+ community
Abuse in later life
Confidentiality, mandatory reporting, and safety considerations for survivors
Perpetrator behavior
How to minimize further harm in working with survivors
Strengths-based advocacy and empowerment model for supporting survivors
Barriers for those fleeing violent relationships
Disclosed vs. confidential shelter locations and other direct service considerations

Media Guide from National Network to End Domestic Violence
How to Have an Informed Conversation About Domestic Violence, a fact sheet with tips from National Network to End Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence in Montana, an overview of statewide facts and statistics from National Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence, an overview of nationwide facts and statistics from National Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault, a brochure providing a basic overview from Montana Legal Services Association
Media guidelines for reporting on Child Sexual Abuse from INHOPE, an international network of hotlines dedicated to eliminating Child Sexual Abuse Material online
Victim Service Programs by Region, a map of direct service programs from Montana Coalition Against Domestic & Sexual Violence