Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin Webinar on Ethical Victim Reporting
Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association, and the Wisconsin Newspaper Association are jointly hosting a webinar dedicated to responsible media practices when reporting on crime victims.
Webinar Speakers and Moderator
- Leigh Mills, Evening News Anchor for WMTV
- Kim Goldman, Victim Rights Advocate and sister of OJ Simpson murder victim Ron Goldman
- Ashley Lutheran, Deputy Investigations Editor for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
- Renee Williams, Executive Director at the National Center for Victims of Crime
- Moderator: Nela Kalpic, State Director for Marsy’s Law Wisconsin
Webinar Focus and Topics
The webinar will cover best practices recommended by the National Center for Victims of Crime (NCVC) for journalists, including how to interact with victims respectfully, protect survivors from unwanted exposure, and effectively use their stories for positive outcomes.
It will also explore how these ethical reporting guidelines align with Wisconsin’s constitutional amendment, known as Marsy’s Law, which secures crime victims’ rights such as privacy, receiving notice, and participation in the justice process.
“The webinar will focus on recommendations from the National Center for Victims of Crime guide for reporters, including how to protect survivors and leverage their stories to benefit both reporters and survivors.”
Author’s summary: A webinar co-hosted by Marsy’s Law Wisconsin and media associations promotes ethical reporting on crime victims, highlighting victim rights under Wisconsin’s constitutional amendment.