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CRITERIA FOR THE MEDIA EXCELLENCE AWARD: This award is given to journalists or other representatives of the media whose work achieves the highest standards of excellence in addressing the issues of violence against women. Accomplishing this goal requires pursuing the facts diligently to ensure that they accurately portray the real-world dynamics of violence against women, and the personal experiences of those whose lives are devastated by sexual assault, interpersonal violence, and stalking. Because the issues are complex, and often misunderstood by professionals and the public alike, representatives of the media who strive to “get the story right” often face an uphill battle of generating interest in the topic, sustaining support to follow it through, and reaching a wide and diverse audience with the information. Those who truly create a lasting impact then push beyond the “story,” to work collaboratively with professionals in their community who serve the needs of victims and pursue offender accountability. Because their work can alter the landscape of societal attitudes toward women, award recipients have the potential to truly change the world -- by helping to prevent violence against women and respond appropriately when it does occur.
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| First Media Excellence Award |
| Presented to Rachel Dissell, Cleveland Plain Dealer |
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| For achieving the highest standards of excellence in addressing the issues of violence against women. By accurately portraying the dynamics of sexual violence and the devastating impact on victims, you have altered the landscape of societal attitudes. By working collaboratively with professionals in your community you have helped to create a legacy of lasting, positive change. |
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| Award to be presented at the International Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, and Stalking Conference, held April 11-13, 2011 in Chicago, Illinois. |
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