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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.
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Whether you’re looking for information specific to our tri-county area or Montana at-large, we’re here to help.
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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
Burst pipe destroys basement of Friendship Center; shelter seeks aid from Helena
Independent Record | August 12, 2026
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A night in purple: Last Chance Stampede raising awareness for domestic violence
KTVH | July 22, 2026
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Last Chance Stampede stands against domestic violence with a night in purple
NonStop Local | July 13, 2026
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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana Awards Blue Impact Grants
KTVH | June 18, 2026
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Friendship Center shares impacts over the last year
KTVH | March 25, 2026
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Helena organizations hold event to combat 'period poverty'
KTVH | May 30, 2025
Helena nonprofits fear budget cuts will harm most vulnerable
Montana Free Press | May 26, 2025
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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.
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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.