Overview for journalists and media on people who commit sexual assault and abuse.

For the first time, the Gail Burns-Smith Award honors two advocates who are bridging support for survivors with treatment for those who cause sexual harm. HARRISBURG, PA – The National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC) and the Association for the Treatment and Prevention of Sexual Abuse (ATSA) are pleased to honor Dr. Alissa Ackerman and...

This series of six social media graphics is designed to guide you through talking to a friend about their problematic sexual behavior. This is the full length version of the We Can Talk About This Teaser. These graphics are a part of the Let’s Talk set of resources for college students on talking with a...

This series of three social media graphics is designed to prompt you to think about talking to a friend about their problematic sexual behavior. The teaser is a shortened version of the full-length We Can Talk About This. These graphics are a part of the Let’s Talk set of resources for college students on talking...

This series of five social media graphics guides you through how to respond if someone says you crossed a line. These graphics are a part of the Let’s Talk set of resources for college students on talking with a friend about concerning sexual behavior. 

Learn facts and information about people who cause sexual harm and ways to prevent perpetration. This infographic is a part of the Let’s Talk set of resources for college students on talking with a friend about concerning sexual behavior.

This series of three social media graphics guides you through how to have hard coversations about problematic sexual behavior. These graphics are a part of the Let’s Talk set of resources for college students on talking with a friend about concerning sexual behavior.

Using the public health framework to develop and guide prevention efforts to prevent the perpetration of child sexual abuse, this research translation highlights several programs that focus on preventing the onset of abusive behaviors as a necessary component to an overall prevention plan.  

The following mobile applications (apps) provide information and resources about various types of victimization. Access it Here The inclusion of a mobile app on this page does not constitute an official endorsement, guarantee, or approval by OVC. Before downloading any app, you may be interested in reviewing information from the App Safety Center, managed by the National...

We are pleased to recognize David D’Amora for his trailblazing work to bridge the fields of sex offender treatment and victim advocacy.