This series of videos features journalist and media ethics scholar Cathy Otten, human rights lawyer Sherizaan Minwalla, psychotherapist Yusra AlKailani, and survivor’s rights advocate Shireen. Together, the videos offer practical reflections on informed consent, trauma-informed interviewing, survivor agency, and the impact media exposure can have on survivors’ lives.

Cathy Otten and Sherizaan Minwalla speak directly to media professionals about the ethical responsibilities involved in interviewing and reporting on survivors of sexual violence. They share how survivors experience the way their stories are gathered and reported, and how journalists can prepare responsibly, approach interviews with care, and reduce the risk of harm, stigma, and retraumatisation.

In a separate conversation, Shireen and Yusra AlKailani explore what safe and ethical media engagement looks like from a survivor’s perspective. Their exchange highlights the importance of informed consent, thoughtful preparation, and ensuring that survivors retain a voice in how their stories are told.