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  Media and the first anniversary
 
 
 
  • Realize that the media will be very interested in covering first anniversary activities and events.

  • Establish a media area. Determine where the media will set up cameras so as not to intrude on the ceremony. Decide if you will have a media pool (selected media representatives who share information) or allow all media to attend.

  • Meet with the media in advance to establish mutually beneficial guidelines. Ask the media to:

    • Refrain from replaying or reprinting images of the crisis. Showing disturbing pictures has the potential to retraumatize victims.

    • Honor the victims and not glorify the perpetrators of violence.

    • Respect the privacy of those who do not want to be interviewed.

    • Consider a “no fly” zone over an outdoor memorial service.


  • Develop a list of students and faculty who are willing to be interviewed and help facilitate these interviews.
  • Develop positive story ideas that promote hope and healing.




 
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