Cissy's note: There are so many wonderful writers here at ACEs Connection that I'm sharing this post. There are great links to reporting about trauma and a link to how to submit a story or two. What's wonderful though is that among the judging team of mostly journalists there is also a victim advocate (only one, but it's a start). In addition, there are some simple and common sense (but not always done) guidelines about what makes for excellent writing about trauma.
- Exhibit the highest standards of journalistic excellence.
- Portray victims and survivors of trauma with sensitivity and insight.
- Inform readers about the ways individuals react to and cope with emotional trauma.
- Avoid sensationalism, melodrama and portrayal of victims as tragic or pathetic.
- Emphasize victims and survivors' experience rather than the traumatic event itself.
Link to Dart Center, nomination process, nomination form, and past story winners.
Comments (0)