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Work group refines wording and flags translation limits for reporting form
Summary
Members recommended replacing stigmatizing language (e.g., 'victim' → 'target'), shifting 'help' to 'support/assistance', and noted translation accuracy will require vendor validation; Town Manager will provide ADA notice language for the form.
Participants pushed for precise, non‑stigmatizing language in the reporting materials. Michael Williams recommended replacing the term 'victim' with 'target' to align with bystander‑training language and reduce stigma. Naomi Rosenfeld urged changing the phrase 'response and help' because 'help' can sound paternalistic; the group agreed to use 'support' or 'assistance' instead.
On accessibility, members stressed multiple reporting modes (online form, QR code, hotline, email, walk‑ins) and agreed to include standard ADA notification language on the intake form. Mr. Williams also warned that multi‑language support is technically feasible only to the extent the vendor can guarantee translation accuracy, and that the group should be explicit about what language options will be supported and how translations will be validated.
