Strategic Communications
In anti-violence and advocacy work, effective communication is crucial. Organizations have limited time and money, so each aspect of communication must be intentional so as to not waste those precious resources. The information below can help you build a robust and effective communications strategy.
For more information or to request assistance, please contact us at communications@oaesv.org.
Resources
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- Media Engagement for Rape Crisis Centers: A Toolkit by OAESV
- Communications Strategy
- Canva for Non-Profits (for creating and scheduling content – free account for non-profits)
- Best Practices and Guidelines for Social Media Engagement
- Balancing different types of content on your social media to effectively engage your audience
- Journal Article – “USING SOCIAL MEDIA FOR THE PREVENTION OF VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN: LESSONS LEARNED FROM SOCIAL MEDIA COMMUNICATION CAMPAIGNS TO PREVENT VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN IN INDIA, CHINA AND VIETNAM”
Templates
- Ultimate Nonprofit Marketing Template Pack
- Includes Templates such as:
- Communications Policies & Procedures
- Crisis Communication Plan
- Social Media Management Guide
- Includes information on Trauma-Informed Storytelling & a Storytelling Cheat Sheet
- Includes Templates such as:
- Communication Plan Template from UpLeaf
- The Message Box Template
- Evaluating Your Social Media Data – Example Spreadsheet from OAESV
- Example branding guidelines from OAESV – Simple
- Example branding guide form OAESV – In-Depth
- General Sexual Violence Advocacy and Prevention Talking Points by OAESV