RAINN Courage Campaigns

I (the “story owner”) understand that sharing my story and lived experiences (the “content”) through a RAINN Courage Campaign is voluntary.

I hereby grant RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network, Inc.) permission to collect and use my content, in full or in part, including written text, audio recordings, and/or video recordings, as specified below:

WHERE MY CONTENT MAY APPEAR

I understand that RAINN may use my content (in full or in part) in one or more of these publicly accessible spaces:

•  RAINN Courage Campaign pages (made possible by MemoryFox)
•  RAINN’s website and app
•  RAINN’s social/digital media channels
•  RAINN’s printed materials
•  Emails sent by RAINN
•  Other RAINN-owned and managed channels

Once your content has been published online, anyone may see it, save it, share it, or respond to it. Please be mindful of your safety and privacy needs.

HOW RAINN MAY ALTER MY CONTENT

RAINN may, at its discretion, alter my content for accessibility and/or safety by:

• Adding subtitles in English or another language
• Removing filler words (like “um”) or stretches of silence
• “Bleeping” or muting language that may cause harm
• Applying a filter or effect to my video or audio
• Blurring or obscuring my image or voice
• Shortening my content if it’s longer than recommended
• Correcting misspelled words, missing punctuation, or grammatical errors

PRIVACY & LIABILITY

RAINN is not responsible if I provide content that violates the law or infringes on pre-existing agreements.

I understand that:

• Content shared publicly and online is accessible globally.
• I am responsible for reviewing my content before submitting it to RAINN.
• I am responsible for sharing only what I feel safe sharing.
• I have the right to withdraw my consent for RAINN to use my content.
• RAINN staffers are mandatory reporters. If I share my name, age, or location and I am under 18, RAINN may be legally required to file a report with local authorities.

COMPENSATION

I understand that I will not receive compensation for content I submit to a RAINN Courage Campaign and that my participation in RAINN’s story-gathering work is entirely voluntary.

CODE OF CONDUCT

I agree to help RAINN reduce the risk of harm by:

• Following the Courage Campaign prompts
• Sharing my own ideas, insights, and lived experiences
• Protecting my privacy by withholding personally identifying details

I understand that RAINN may reject my content submission if it includes any of the following:

• Graphic descriptions of sexual violence
• Name(s) other than my own
• Hate speech
• Threats of violence
• Doxing (sharing someone’s private contact information)
• Cyberbullying
• Obscenity or profanity
• Misinformation or disinformation
• Personal attacks

CONSENT

I understand that I may revise or withdraw my consent for RAINN to use my content by following these steps:

1. Email storyconsent@rainn.org
2. Describe the content and, if possible, provide the link to its location
3. Describe your concerns and/or make your request
4. Assist RAINN in verifying your identity as the story owner
5. RAINN will cease using your media to create new content
6. RAINN will collaborate with you to remove your identity and/or media from existing content wherever possible

By submitting my content, I confirm that I have read, understood, and agree to these terms and conditions. I agree to allow RAINN to collect and use my content as specified above.

Questions? Comments? Reach out to talk@rainn.org