Timeline of Media Advocacy and Public Engagement Around Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse
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First Professional Conference on Male Victimization
The First Professional Conference on Male Victimization
was held in Minneapolis. This ground-breaking conference, organized by a few dedicated mental health providers, brought together professionals who wanted to better understand and treat adult male survivors of childhood sexual abuse. -
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Media Events and Public Engagement
Media Advocacy is the strategic use of mass media to support community organizing for the advancement of social change. This timeline captures major national media events and observations of public engagement around male survivors of sexual abuse. Public commentary and follow up inquiries from the public in response to these efforts are strong indicators that change is in motion. Media advocacy works! -
'Victim No Longer' by Psychotherapist Mike Lew
'Victim No Longer'
For millions of men on the path to recovery, 'Victims No Longer' is the next step. The first book written specifically for men, Victims No Longer examines the changing cultural attitudes toward male survivors of incest and other sexual trauma. Now, in this Second Edition, this invaluable resource continues to offer compassionate and practical advice, supported by personal anecdotes and statements of male survivors. -
MaleSurvivor, Founded as National Organization
MaleSurvivor was founded as a National Organization
Founding members included leaders from the first professional male survivor conference that took place in 1988. Since then it has been moving forward on several fronts, from organizing National Conferences , creating on-line chat support groups, Weekend Recoovery services and their Dare to Dream Program. -
Boston Globe Series - Clergy & Sexual Abuse
The Boston Globe Spotlight Investigation, Abuse in the Catholic Church
Abuse by priests and cover-up in the Archdiocese of Boston released a flood of disclosures by victims who had been sexually abused in childhood by clergy across the country. Though many girls were victimized by priests and nuns the media’s focus on lawsuits by primarily male victims was the first time that sexual victimization of boys was widely acknowledged. -
A CALL TO MEN Founded
A CALL TO MEN
addresses domestic and sexual violence prevention and the promotion of healthy manhood. They are committed to maintaining strong partnerships with women's organizations already doing this important work. A CALL TO MEN also helps to organize communities in order to raise awareness and get men involved in this effort. -
1in6 Founded, a National Organization Serving Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse
1in6
The mission of 1in6 is to help men who have had unwanted or abusive sexual experiences in childhood live healthier, happier lives. 1in6 offers outreach, education and services, in person and over the web, to men with histories of unwanted or abusive childhood sexual experiences and anyone who cares about them. We also provide professional trainings. -
Oregon Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence Communities of Color Task Force (CCTF) Founded
The Oregon Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence Communities of Color Task Force (CCTF)
is a statewide multi-community workgroup that works for equity and racial justice as a means to ending violence in all communities. Men are part of our communities. We engage them as allies and we also work to meet the needs of male survivors of sexual violence. -
Oregon Male Survivors and Support Services
Oregon Male Survivors and Support Services Specialized services for male survivors have historically been limited in Oregon and across the country. Although rape crisis centers serve all genders, The Coalition is committed to helping advocates build resources around male support groups, advocacy, gender inclusive outreach materials and prevention. Our partnership with 1in6 will help strengthen our statewide network of services. -
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Oregon Coalition Recent Observations and Collaborations
These observations and points of collaboration are shared by The Oregon Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence.
As advocates for healthy collaborations, The Coalition promotes media advocacy as a way to build the social capital we need to end sexual violence in all communities, men included. -
Big Voice Pictures Produces 'Boys and Men Healing'
Boys and Men Healing, produced by Big Voice Pictures.
Boys and Men Healing is a documentary about the impact the sexual abuse of boys has on both the individual and society, and the importance of healing and speaking out for male survivors to end the devastating effects. Big Voice Pictures 'headquarters is in Ashland, Oregon, but film screenings have been facilitated throughout the country and globally. -
Oprah 200 Men Two-part Show
Oprah 200 Men, a groundbreaking two-part program on sexual abuse of boys.
This was a partnership between Oprah Winfrey, 1in6 and Tyler Perry. It brought 200 adult men who had experience sexual abuse in childhood to her show to highlight the experiences of male survivors for a wide audience. -
A Spike in Calls from Male Survivors Following Oprah's 200 Men
The Coalition received an increase in calls from rape crisis advocates who sought technical assistance with resources for male survivors. Coalition staff set up a referral process with 1in6 for specialized resources and training. A link to 1in6.org is now available on the Coalition website. Programs and community partners continue to call Coalition staff for technical assistance around serving male survivors of sexual violence, and community engagement around this is strong. -
1in6 PSA with Harrison Ford
Harrison Ford narrates PSA for males survivors of sexual abuse.
This PSA was one of the first to included a celebrity as a spokesperson for male survivors of sexual abuse. -
Oregon A CALL TO MEN Institute
Oregon A CALL TO MEN Institute (p.16-17)
The Coalition partnered with A CALL TO MEN on a two-day Men's Institute to build capacity in violence prevention. -
1in6 and Big Voice Pictures Facilitate Film Screening and Workshop at The Oregon Coalition Annual Conference
The Number of Young Boys Who Have Been Sexually Abused in Oregon
1in6 and Big Voice Pictures Facilitate Film Screening and Workshop at The Oregon Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence Annual Conference. Advocates and community partners from all seven regions in Oregon were present. -
PSA on Engaging Male Survivors and Men in General
PSA on Engaging Male Survivors and Men in General
This PSA was a partnership of 1in6, A CALL TO MEN, Joyful Heart Foundation and Law and Order SVU -
Law and Order SVU - Personal Fouls
Law and Order SVU - 'Personal Fouls'
Law and Order SVU airs a fictionalized portrayal of a well-respected basketball coach who also runs a non-profit to support at-risk kids who is accused of misusing his power to sexually abuse boys in his care. 1in6, A CALL TO MEN and Joyful Heart Foundation served as consultants for the show. -
Penn State Coach Jerry Sandusky Cases
Reflections on the Penn State Case
In an odd case of reality matching fiction, the well-respected Penn State Coach Jerry Sandusky, who also operates a non-profit to support at-risk kids is indicted on counts of sexually abusing boys in his care. Social media communities across the country continue to engage in critical thinking about solutions for healthier sports culture. -
Syracuse University Assistant Coach Bernie Fine
Bernie Fine Fired Amid Abuse Allegations
Two former Syracuse University ball boys disclosed that had been molested by SU’s Assistant Basketball Coach Bernie Fine from the late 1970s to the 1990s. Fine denied the charges. SU’s head men's basketball coach Jim Boeheim termed the charges against Fine, “…not true.” -
Head Coach Boeheim's Apology
Syracuse coach Boeheim apologizes for questioning Fine accusers
After a Storm of Criticism, Boeheim's apologizes: “I shouldn’t have questioned what the accusers expressed or their motives. . I am really sorry that I did that, and I regret any harm that I caused. It was insensitive to the individuals involved and especially to the overall issue of child abuse.” -
Federal Definition of Rape Includes Men
DOJ Expands Rape Definition to Include Men and Children
US Justice Dept. changes eight-decade-old definition of rape to count men and children as victims for the first time and to drop the requirement that victims must have physically resisted their attackers. -
Guide for Discussion, “Personal Fouls” Episode of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
A Guide for Discussion about “Personal Fouls” Episode of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
was created by 1in6 to help facilitate public engagement on the issue of male sexual abuse while maintining safe spaces for survivors. The guide offers helpful talking points and questions that provoke critical thinking for a transformative learning experience. It also includes resources and shares ways to be supportive. -
'Personal Fouls' Re-airs on Law and Order SVU
'Personal Fouls' Re-Airs on Law and Order SVU
Law and Order SVU airs a fictionalized portrayal of a well-respected basketball coach who also runs a non-profit to support at-risk kids who is accused of misusing his power to sexually abuse boys in his care. 1in6, A CALL TO MEN and Joyful Heart Foundation served as consultants for the show.
