July 29, 2026
The Anatomy of a Survivor-Centered Investigation: A Step-by-Step Look
“Survivor-centered” is often described as a philosophy. In practice, it's a set of concrete decisions made at every stage of a case.
July 24, 2026
What Makes a Victim Interview Effective? A Science-Based Framework
The interview is where cases are won or lost. Here is the science-based framework behind trauma-informed victim interviewing.
July 22, 2026
Understanding Trauma Memory: What Investigators Should Know
A single misread trauma reaction can end an investigation before it starts. Here is what the science says about trauma and memory.
July 15, 2026
What New State Bills Could Mean for Sexual Assault Survivors and Investigations
A wave of state legislation is reshaping statutes of limitations, revival windows, and the offenses on the books. Here is what is changing and what it means.
July 10, 2026
Fraud, Fabrication, and the Insurance Parallel: What Other Industries Reveal About False Claims
Worries about “false claims” shape how sexual assault reports are handled. Examining other claims-based systems reveals why an evidence-based approach is the rigorous choice.
July 8, 2026
Seek Then Speak: Giving Survivors a New Way Path Forward
Most agencies agree that offender-focused investigation is the right approach. So why is it still so hard to implement? Here’s what’s actually getting in the way.
June 26, 2026
What Is a SARRT and Does Your Community Have One?
A Sexual Assault Response and Resource Team coordinates the many professionals a survivor encounters. Here is what a SARRT is and what it does.
June 24, 2026
The Rape Kit Backlog in 2026: Where We Stand and What Still Needs to Change
A decade into the Sexual Assault Kit Initiative, many jurisdictions have cleared their backlogs of untested kits. Here is where the national picture stands in 2026.
June 19, 2026
What the Latest National Data Tells Us About Sexual Violence Today
The CDC's 2023/2024 NISVS is the first national sexual violence data in years. Here is what it shows and why it should shape how we prevent and respond to sexual violence.
June 17, 2026
Technology-Facilitated Sexual Violence: What Responders Need to Know Now
Survivors of online sexual exploitation describe ongoing harm and a justice process that too often lands on their shoulders. Here is what responders can do differently.