Media Reform Advocate & Public Safety Speaker; Co-Founder of NoNotoriety; TEDxMileHigh Presenter
Tom Teves Biography
Tom Teves is a media reform advocate and co-founder of the NoNotoriety movement, an initiative focused on reducing mass shootings by limiting the exposure of perpetrators' names and images in news coverage. Teves's advocacy began after the loss of his son, Alex, who was killed in the Aurora theater shooting while protecting his girlfriend. Following the tragedy, Teves publicly criticized media outlets for their reporting practices, which he argued contributed to the notoriety sought by mass shooters.
Together with his wife, Teves established NoNotoriety to encourage responsible journalism and promote public safety by discouraging the glorification of individuals who commit acts of mass violence. Their research into the motivations behind mass shootings identified the pursuit of fame as a common factor among perpetrators. The campaign provides guidelines for journalists and media organizations to minimize the attention given to those responsible for such crimes, aiming to prevent copycat incidents.
Teves has highlighted the disproportionate focus on shooters in media coverage, noting instances where perpetrators' names appeared repeatedly while victims were overlooked. The NoNotoriety movement has gained support from journalists and has influenced changes in local news reporting, particularly in communities affected by mass shootings.
As a public speaker, Teves has addressed the intersection of media responsibility and gun violence prevention through platforms such as TEDxMileHigh, delivering talks including "Mass shooters want to be famous — you're helping them" and "A call to end the media coverage mass shooters want." He advocates for news organizations to prioritize public safety in their reporting on mass shootings.
In addition to his media reform work, Teves co-founded the Alexander C. Teves ACT Foundation, which supports scholarships, mentorship programs, and opportunities for students with special needs. With a background in the foodservice industry, Teves brings a practical perspective to his advocacy, urging journalists, news executives, and the public to consider the impact of media coverage on gun violence and to adopt more ethical reporting practices.
Tom Teves Videos
Aurora theater shooting sparked 'No Notoriety' campaign
Tom and Caren Teves, whose son Alex was killed in the 2012 shooting, started a campaign to give less attention to mass shooters.
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