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EDUCACIÓN BrightHouse se dedica a desarrollar una comunidad libre de violencia doméstica y sexual. Si queremos lograr esta visión, debemos comenzar con los jóvenes de nuestras comunidades. Los defensores de BrightHouse están disponibles para hablar con estudiantes de todas las edades sobre nuestro trabajo y sobre la importancia de las relaciones saludables. Adaptamos cada experiencia a la audiencia y utilizamos una serie de herramientas para ayudar a involucrar a las personas de una manera significativa. Creemos que hay poder en la prevención. BrightHouse ofrece presentaciones sobre el abuso, así como sobre relaciones saludables/no saludables, relaciones de noviazgo, abuso sexual infantil, efectos espirituales/emocionales de la violencia, problemas de poder y control, y seguridad en Internet. Si está interesado en que un defensor de BrightHouse hable o trabaje con su grupo, envíenos un correo electrónico a info@brighthouseks.org o llámenos al 620.665.3630. en sus zapatos es una herramienta educativa que pone a los participantes en el lugar de un adolescente que ha estado experimentando violencia en el noviazgo. Es una capacitación basada en escenarios diseñada para ayudar a los participantes a hablar sobre cómo son las citas para los adolescentes de hoy, desdesus perspectiva. Los participantes se convierten en personajes adolescentes, toman decisiones sobre sus relaciones y ven lo que sucede en las relaciones no saludables. BrightHouse ha utilizado este ejercicio con una cantidad de estudiantes desde la escuela intermedia hasta la secundaria y continúa invitando a grupos que trabajan con jóvenes para que un defensor hable y comparta este ejercicio. Fechas seguras es un plan de estudios de varios días que un defensor capacitado puede enseñar en las escuelas. Cada año, 1 de cada 4 adolescentes experimenta abuso verbal, digital, físico, emocional o sexual por parte de una pareja. Safe Dates tiene como objetivo detener este comportamiento antes de que comience. Si a nuestros jóvenes se les ha enseñado cómo tener relaciones saludables, pueden contribuir a un futuro más seguro para todos sin violencia doméstica o sexual. BrightHouse ha enseñado Safe Dates en varias escuelas a estudiantes de secundaria y preparatoria como parte de sus clases de Salud y Ciencias de la Familia y del Consumidor (FACS) y continúa programándolas de manera que lleguen a la mayor cantidad de estudiantes posible. • Defining abuse • Recognizing harmful dating behaviors • Knowing consequences of abuse • Guidance on supporting a friend • Understanding consent • Identifying how and when to get help • Balance of power and control • Why and how to set personal boundaries • How to recognize safe people • Balance of power and control • Why and how to set personal boundaries • How to recognize safe people • Define safe touch vs. unsafe touch • Recognize risky people and situations • Say NO! • Have the confidence to tell an adult • Build a list of trusted adults they can rely upon 1/4

ALCANCE COMUNITARIO En BrightHouse, trabajamos para sacar a las víctimas de abuso de las sombras y sacarlas a la luz. Ayudamos a aquellos a quienes servimos a brillar y trabajar hacia un futuro más brillante para nuestra comunidad. Cuando caminamos con nuestros aliados, eclipsamos la oscuridad del abuso. EVENTOS Buscamos constantemente nuevas formas de llamar la atención sobre el importante tema del abuso. Al organizar y participar en eventos locales, podemos mostrar el impacto que tienen los servicios de BrightHouse en nuestras comunidades. Ilumina el camino 5K El 22 de mayo de 2022, BrightHouse y la comunidad de Hutchinson se unieron para Ilumina el camino para poner fin al abuso. Los participantes pudieron atravesar las minas de sal de Stratica usando linternas y barras luminosas. ¡Espera que este evento vuelva a suceder en 2023! Light The Way 5K On May 22, 2022, BrightHouse and the Hutchinson community came together to Light The Way to End Abuse. Participants were able to make their way through the Stratica Salt Mines using flashlights and glow sticks. 279906732_5327403830655288_4818367992327877181_n 280116095_5350705288325142_6551990469144173923_n 282417090_5389196354476035_6900839137353378172_n 279906732_5327403830655288_4818367992327877181_n 1/4 OBTENER AYUDA CONTACTO A NOSOTROS

EDUCACIÓN BrightHouse se dedica a desarrollar una comunidad libre de violencia doméstica y sexual. Si queremos lograr esta visión, debemos comenzar con los jóvenes de nuestras comunidades. Los defensores de BrightHouse están disponibles para hablar con estudiantes de todas las edades sobre nuestro trabajo y sobre la importancia de las relaciones saludables. Adaptamos cada experiencia a la audiencia y utilizamos una serie de herramientas para ayudar a involucrar a las personas de una manera significativa. Creemos que hay poder en la prevención. BrightHouse ofrece presentaciones sobre el abuso, así como sobre relaciones saludables/no saludables, relaciones de noviazgo, abuso sexual infantil, efectos espirituales/emocionales de la violencia, problemas de poder y control, y seguridad en Internet. Si está interesado en que un defensor de BrightHouse hable o trabaje con su grupo, envíenos un correo electrónico a info@brighthouseks.org o llámenos al 620.665.3630. Educational Presentations Healthy Relationships News/Blog Video Gallary Community Outreach Get Help

HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS Healthy Relationships Healthy relationships involve honesty, trust, respect and open communication between partners. They take effort and compromise from both people. There is no imbalance of power and there is no desire for control. In a healthy relationship, partners respect each other's independence, can make their own decisions without fear of retribution or retaliation , and share decisions. If your partner tries to minimize your needs or violates the boundaries you established, then they aren’t showing you the respect and trustworthiness you deserve. Boundaries Setting and respecting boundaries is essential to any and every healthy relationship . It is important that partners feel comfortable expressing their wants, needs, goals, fears, and limits, and everyone’s boundaries are honored. Everyone deserves to feel comfortable communicating their needs without fear of what another person will do in response . Consent Consent is fluid. It can be given and taken back at any time. Watch this video to increase your understanding of what consent really means. Triggers Important steps to take toward self-awareness are: Un derstanding the cycle of anger Recognizing your own triggers Knowing how you respond Determining what works for you to manage your triggers Developing a system for routine self-care

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GRUPOS DE APOYO Cuando ha experimentado abuso, encontrar el apoyo de otros sobrevivientes que han pasado por algo similar puede mejorar su recuperación. Los grupos de apoyo de BrightHouse se enfocan en la dinámica única que rodea la violencia doméstica y/o la agresión sexual mientras promueven la curación del trauma, desarrollan habilidades de afrontamiento, establecen límites y ofrecen un sistema de apoyo de otros sobrevivientes que han estado allí. BrightHouse organiza grupos de apoyo semanales los martes por la noche para sobrevivientes de violencia doméstica y agresión sexual y un grupo de apoyo LBGTQ+ cada dos jueves. Por favor llame a nuestra oficina al 620.665.3630 o envíenos un correo electrónico a info@brighthouseks.org para aprender cómo unirse a nuestros grupos de apoyo y poner en marcha su curación. 1/17 OBTENER AYUDA CONTACTO A NOSOTROS

ALCANCE COMUNITARIO En BrightHouse, trabajamos para sacar a las víctimas de abuso de las sombras y sacarlas a la luz. Ayudamos a aquellos a quienes servimos a brillar y trabajar hacia un futuro más brillante para nuestra comunidad. Cuando caminamos con nuestros aliados, eclipsamos la oscuridad del abuso. EVENTOS Buscamos constantemente nuevas formas de llamar la atención sobre el importante tema del abuso. Al organizar y participar en eventos locales, podemos mostrar el impacto que tienen los servicios de BrightHouse en nuestras comunidades. Booths We attend various fairs to help get information to the community such as: Senior Fairs Women's Fair Health Fair Community College "¿Qué estaban usando?" Desfile de pasarela BrightHouse organizó un desfile de pasarela único, en el que las modelos exhibieron la ropa que las víctimas de violencia sexual llevaban puestas en el momento de la agresión. Este evento fue parte de una campaña más amplia para romper el mito de que las mujeres son responsables de ser acosadas o agredidas debido a sus elecciones de ropa. Lee mas OBTENER AYUDA CONTACTO A NOSOTROS

Virtual Auction & Wine Pull When life cancels your Derby event you make it a virtual auction and wine pull! BrightHouse is holding a virtual silent auction and wine pull from May 31 through June 9 to bring some of the fun and fundraising possibility of the canceled BrightHouse Kentucky Derby party to life. You get the possibility of a $97 bottle of wine for $25 in our wine pull, and the chance to bid on salmon fishing trips, Chiefs memorabilia, Derby treasures and much more. The Auction will be live from May 31 through June 9 at midnight. There will be a final buyout price for auction items if you see something you want and you don’t want to bid against others. The virtual auction will conclude on June 9 at midnight. All auction winners will be contacted by email to finalize pick up or claiming of your items. BrightHouse helps survivors of domestic and sexual abuse rebuild their lives and your donations help us continue this work. We appreciate your generosity and if you would like to make an additional donation, it would be much appreciated. $200 buys a survivor a bus ticket back home to get away from an abuser, and a $50 contribution can help us feed a survivor and her kids in shelter for a few days. Every dollar translates to safety and hope for survivors. Wine Pull/Instabuy Details The wine pull will be one try for $25 or 2 for $40. You will make the purchase online (listed on our Qtego site, under "Instabuy "), but will come to the BrightHouse offices to make your pull and collect your wine. You will need to bring an ID to prove your identity as the purchaser and that you are over 21. If you can’t pick up your own bottles, you will need to make arrangements to have some else do it for you, but they must be over 21. Wine from the wine pull can be collected any time after the purchase is made, during regular BrightHouse hours, Monday through Friday from 8 am to 4:30 pm. BrightHouse is located at 125 West 2nd Ave., Suite B. A wine pull is a game of chance – no exchanges are allowed. There are some very good wines available in the wine pull – the earlier you choose, the better your chances of winning a special vintage! Some of the wines included are: Solena 2011 Pinot Gris  Chateauneuf-du-Pape Xavier Vignon 2009  Faustino II Gran Reservera Rioja 2001  Felsina Rancia Berardenga Chianti Classico Riserva 2010  Chateau Guiraud Sauternes 2011  Chateau Guiraud Sauternes 2005 – 375ML  Ferrari Carano Sky High Ranch Pinot Noir 2019  Chalk Hill Estate Red 2021  Chalk Hill Syrah 2019  The Prisoner Red Wine 2022  Click Here to View Auction Items Purchase Wine Pull Instabuy Make a Cash Donation Here Preview of Auction Items Click here for a full listing and more detailed information Los Cabos Package Broadway in Chicago Package Hilton Head Package Salmon Fishing in Vancouver Bonfire Stove Wichita Thunder Tickets Personal Animal Encounter Joshua Williams Mini-Helmet Faustino II Gran Reservera Rioja Trio

OPORTUNIDADES DE TRABAJO Victim Advocate with primary responsibilities at Emergency Shelter Position Type: 2 Positions, Full-time, non-exempt Description: The Victim Advocate provides direct advocacy services to survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, stalking, and human trafficking by providing support, assistance with resources, and options regarding safety. The Victim Advocate is a member of our advocacy team providing crisis response and survivor support. These positions will require evening and weekend work. Specific Duties: Provide victim-centered, trauma informed direct advocacy services to victims/survivors including court, legal, law enforcement, medical, safe shelter, child/youth and other services Provide victims/survivors with a safe, supportive, confidential, and respectful environment Communicate effectively with victims/survivors to understand their needs and identify appropriate resources Work closely with other members of the BrightHouse team to ensure client needs are met Provide Crime Victim’s Rights information to clients Build and maintain relationships with community members, organizations, and others to increase awareness of services and referrals to BrightHouse Provide outreach and presentations Maintain and complete paperwork and statistical data in a timely and accurate manner Answer Crisis Line calls reliably Welcome new residents to shelter, and ensure their safety and security Actively assist in the upkeep of Shelter as needed Assist with other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: Some college or pertinent direct client assistance experience Passion for BrightHouse’s mission and vision Ability to maintain self-care while dealing with daily secondary trauma Ability to work in a nonjudgmental way with victims/survivors, and treat all people with dignity and respect Self-motivated with minimal supervision Must maintain strict confidentiality Excellent written and verbal communication, organization, and time-management skills Must have a valid driver’s license and auto insurance Must be comfortable driving within the 4-county area BrightHouse serves, as well as to and from Wichita Need to be team-driven and supportive of both survivors and co-workers Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Must pass KBI background check Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field Prior experience with victims/survivors of domestic violence or sexual assault Experience in conflict management Speak conversational Spanish or other foreign language (additional pay for bilingual skills) Compensation: $21.75 per hour; 37.5 hour fulltime work week Benefits: Single Health Insurance; Life Insurance; Dental Insurance; Vacation Leave; Sick Leave; Holiday Leave, Retirement Plan, EAP Reports To: Director of Advocacy Services Physical Qualifications: Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. Extensive training is provided. To Apply: Email resume to info@brighthouseks.org , or apply at Indeed.com Questions: Call Nikki at 620-665-3630

SERVICIOS Línea de Crisis 24 Horas – 800.701.3630 Navigating the legal and medical system while dealing with a crisis such as abuse can be daunting. Highly trained BrightHouse advocates offer confidential emotional support to those whose life has been affected by sexual assault or domestic violence. All services are confidential and free of charge. Our team accompanies and supports victims through medical exams , police questioning, and court appearances – helping to advocate for their rights and guide them through the complicated process. Referrals are made for legal aid, financial aid, counseling and inter-agency support services. Assistance is also provided in filing protection-from-abuse or stalking orders and victim compensation claims. Domestic Violence 24/7 CrisisLine Call 620-663-2522 or Text "LIGHT " to 847411. This service is focused on immediate safety and involves assisting the caller with planning and evaluating what is needed in that moment. Crisis Intervention Work is done to validate the survivor's experience while assessing safety and providing assistance for immediate safety planning. At this time there may be law enforcement or medical accompaniment or the individual may decide to enter shelter. Personal Advocacy BrightHouse advocates will work with you to help you in doing what YOU want to do so that autonomy and dignity are built. Medical Advocacy An advocate can go with you to be seen at the hospital for a forensic exam or to be checked out at the emergency department. Court Advocacy BrightHouse has advocates that regularly attend public court hearings and arrangements can be made to have an advocate attend other related hearings with a survivor. This service ensures the interests and rights of the survivors are represented and that survivors are making informed decisions about the criminal or civil process. Law Enforcement Advocacy Advocates are available to accompany survivors when talking with Law Enforcement and can invite Law Enforcement to the office if that makes the survivor feel more comfortable. Advocates work to make sure the decisions made are survivor-driven. Emergency Accommodations This service is intended to provide safety for families fleeing domestic violence with an environment that is physically safe when shelter is not an option. Shelter We have a shelter that provides safety for survivors and their family when they are fleeing domestic violence. Shelter, food, and other basic needs are provided and information is given on community resources that may be used to help each individual. Supportive Counseling BrightHouse assists the survivor by building coping sills, identifying support systems, developing safety plans based on the individuals needs, and provide survivor-specific and survivor-informed information about domestic violence. Support Group An advocate facilitates meetings for individuals that promote healthy and appropriate boundaries, increase knowledge, and provide a safe and accepting environment to all who attend. Parent & Child Advocacy The parent-child relationship needs are assessed as well as education provided to help with the impact of domestic violence. Child/Youth Advocacy Provides age-appropriate group and individual activities and advocacy concerning domestic violence. Safety plans and education are both assessed. Community Awareness & Education Going into the community to increase awareness and education about domestic violence at various locations such as schools and community fairs. Sexual Assault 24/7 CrisisLine Call 620-663-2522 or Text "LIGHT " to 847411. This service is focused on immediate safety and involves assisting the caller with planning and evaluating what is needed in that moment. Crisis Intervention Work is done to validate the survivor's experience while assessing safety and providing assistance for immediate safety planning. At this time there may be law enforcement or medical accompaniment or the individual may decide to enter shelter. Personal Advocacy BrightHouse advocates will work with you to help you in doing what YOU want to do so that autonomy and dignity are built. Medical Advocacy An advocate can go with you to be seen at the hospital for a forensic exam by a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE). Court Advocacy BrightHouse has advocates that regularly attend public court hearings and arrangements can be made to have an advocate attend other related hearings with a survivor. This service ensures the interests and rights of the survivors are represented and that survivors are making informed decisions about the criminal or civil process. Law Enforcement Advocacy Advocates are available to accompany survivors when talking with Law Enforcement and can invite Law Enforcement to the office if that makes the survivor feel more comfortable. Advocates work to make sure the decisions made are survivor-driven. Emergency Accommodations This service is intended to provide safety for families fleeing sexual assault with an environment that is physically safe when shelter is not an option. Shelter We have a shelter that provides safety for survivors and their family when they are fleeing sexual assault. Shelter, food, and other basic needs are provided and information is given on community resources that may be used to help each individual. Supportive Counseling BrightHouse assists the survivor by building coping sills, identifying support systems, developing safety plans based on the individuals needs, and provide survivor-specific and survivor-informed information about sexual violence. Support Group An advocate facilitates meetings for individuals that promote healthy and appropriate boundaries, increase knowledge, and provide a safe and accepting environment to all who attend. Child/Youth Advocacy Provides age-appropriate group and individual activities and advocacy concerning sexual assault. Safety plans and education are both assessed. Community Awareness & Education Going into the community to increase awareness and education about sexual assault at various locations such as schools and community fairs. OBTENER AYUDA CONTACTO A NOSOTROS

ASISTENCIA A LAS VÍCTIMAS Navegar por el sistema legal y médico mientras se enfrenta a una crisis como el abuso puede ser desalentador. Nuestro equipo acompaña y apoya a las víctimas a través de exámenes médicos, interrogatorios policiales y comparecencias ante los tribunales, ayudando a defender sus derechos y guiándolos a través del complicado proceso.Se hacen referencias para servicios de asistencia legal, asistencia financiera, asesoramiento y apoyo interinstitucional. También se brinda asistencia para presentar órdenes de protección contra el abuso o el acecho y reclamos de compensación para víctimas. SERVICIOS BÁSICOS DE VIOLENCIA DOMÉSTICA Línea Directa 24 Horas Intervencion de crisis Defensa personal Abogacía médica Abogacía en la corte Defensa de la aplicación de la ley Adaptaciones de emergencia Refugio Consejería de apoyo Grupos de apoyo Defensa de padres e hijos Defensa de niños/jóvenes Conciencia y educación de la comunidad Línea Directa 24 Horas Intervencion de crisis Defensa personal Abogacía médica Abogacía en la corte Defensa de la aplicación de la ley Adaptaciones de emergencia Refugio Consejería de apoyo Grupos de apoyo Defensa de niños/jóvenes Conciencia y educación de la comunidad OBTENER AYUDA CONTACTO A NOSOTROS