Dart Center for Journalism and Trauma

A resource for journalists who cover violence

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Incest

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Children of the Underground

By Mackenzie Carpenter and Allen Detrich

Part 1 of a Dart Award-winning account of the hidden network that shelters youngsters escaping from sexual or physical abuse at home — real or alleged — and a judicial system perceived as unwilling or unable to help them. Originally published in the Pittsburg Post-Gazette in December, 1997.
Dart Award Winner

Malignant Memories

By Debra McKinney, Fran Durner, Kathleen McCoy, Richard Murphy, Jim Macknicki, and John Mckay

Debra McKinney documents the spirited growth of three women as they transcend the tragedies of incest that haunted their lives. Originally published in the Anchorage Daily News on June 6, 1993.

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Tragedies & Journalists

A 40-page guide to help journalists, photojournalists and editors report on violence while protecting both victims and themselves.

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Covering Children & Trauma

When children are victims of violence, journalists have a responsibility to report the truth with compassion and sensitivity.

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