Some of the interviewees in the videos may feel unfamiliar to viewers in your area because those telling their stories don't come from your community. If reporters can hear from people who live in your area, that will help residents, people who reporters are trying to reach, understand that the struggle for reproductive rights is taking place everywhere, including in your community. Local people can also talk about what impact the films had on themselves personally. Look for interesting human interest angles and let reporters know what they are. D. Media Advisories Fax, e-mail or mail one or more Press Advisories about the broadcasts or community screenings.
Reporters are interested in community events and screenings that are timely.
It is crucial that you follow up a few days before the broadcast or screening with a phone call. If a reporter is coming, make sure all those participating in the event know that reporters have been invited, and make sure you identify press with special name tags. Suggest that all participants have some key messages in mind before speaking to any reporters. Provide reporters with fact sheets about abortion issues, and about your organization. Once the films are shown on television or reviewed in the paper, write to tell the editor your impression of the films and acknowledge the publication's willingness to report about the videos .