Exploring Framing of Violence Against Women Prevention

September 14, 2006

Host: David Lee, Prevention Connection

Presenters: Larry Cohen and Lisa Fujie Parks, Prevention Institute

Guests:

• Elena O. Lingas, DrPH, MPH, Berkeley Media Studies Group
• Lisa Lederer, PR Solutions (Media Consultant to the Family Violence Prevention Fund)

This dialog included a basic overview of the use of framing as a communications tool for violence against women prevention. Invited guests will discussed the kinds of frames that can be applied and, using sexual violence prevention as an example, explored potential frames and messages.

Learning Objectives:

• Learn about framing as a communications tool.
• Discuss the use of framing to advance violence against women prevention advocacy.
• Experiment with the use of technology to promote interactive learning and dialog.

Materials:

• Presentation Slides PDF
• Text Chat Transcript PDF