August 2015
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Britton Hart, John Keosybounheuang and Kyle Thompson
 
Local men strive to be "SOS Strong"

While most men are not violent in their relationships, SOS believes that even

Joe Lauer

one man is one too many. With this in mind, "SOS Strong" was created.

  

"SOS Strong" is a group of 10 men dedicated

Bobby Thompson

to helping SOS stop domestic violence and child abuse by raising $1,000 each to support SOS programs which serve men, women and children.

 

This all-male fundraiser was designed to show that men are more than abusers, controllers and runaway fathers. Children need to know men can be positive influences

Scott Briggs

and compassionate people. The community needs to see that abuse is not just a woman's problem, it's everyone's problem.

 

"SOS Strong" members Scott Briggs, Tyler Curtis, A.J. Dome, Richard Duncan, Britton Hart, John Keosybounheuang, Joe Lauer, Bobby Thompson, Kyle Thompson and Ty Wheeler

A.J. Dome

will strive to reach their $1,000 goal between 

Aug. 1 and 21.


To make a donation toward and "SOS Strong" member's goal, go to 

www.soskansas.com 

#SOSStrong


 

A strong man stands up for himself.

A stronger man stands up for others.

 

Ty Wheeler, Richard Duncan and Tyler Curtis
SOS Domestic Violence Summit Oct. 6

Sexual assault is the focus of the 13th Annual Domestic Violence (DV) Summit from 9 am to 4 pm Tuesday, Oct. 6 at the Flint Hills Technical College, Emporia.

 

Presenting is David Lisak, Ph. D, a nationally recognized forensic consultant, trainer and lecturer. His research and applied forensic work on non-stranger rapists has helped guide rape prevention and response policies in major institutions, including the U.S. Armed Services and numerous colleges and universities. He worked with prosecution in the Kobe Bryant case. 

 

Dr. Lisak's, a survivor of childhood sexual abuse, research on male survivors of childhood sexual abuse has helped focus public attention and spur new initiatives.

 

You will have a better understanding of victim behavior, research on non-stranger rapists and implications of offender research for case investigations.

 

Registration is $40 and includes lunch.

 

Online registration begins Sept. 1 at www.soskansas.com or call 620-343-8799.

SOS and ESU sponsor presentation

Dr. David Lisak, Ph. D. will present, "Confronting sexual violence on the college campus" to ESU students, faculty and the public at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 6 at Albert Taylor Hall. There is no cost to attend.


 
Free T-shirts given to the first 200 students with their student ID. Students are encouraged to wear their T-shirt to the ESU versus Pittsburg State University Black-Out football game Saturday, Oct. 10.

 

The ESU/SOS Black-Out T-shirts will be available to the public soon. Cost is $12 per shirt, sizes S - 2XL. To order, call 620-343-8799. Watch Facebook (SOS, Inc.) and the September Signals for the T-shirt design.

 

ESU and SOS are continuing to develop a strong foundation of education when it comes to campus personal safety. #ESU4SOS

SOS summer camps teach prevention 
Fourty-six youth in Chase and Osage Counties participated SOS summer camps.

 

SOS provided daily-themed lessons and activities geared toward health and violence prevention. Lunch and snacks were provided.
 

Thank you to the Chase County Community Foundation, Lyndon State Bank and the countless donors, volunteers, organizations and clubs who donated time, supplies and food for our camps.

  Calendar of Events
 
August
17 - ESU Block Party

September  
7 - SOS offices closed

October
6 - DV Summit - David Lisak,  Flint Hills Technical College 

6 - Confronting sexual violence on college campuses - David Lisak, 
Albert Taylor Hall, ESU

10 - ESU/SOS Black Out Game - ESU vs. Pitt State football, Welch Stadium, Emporia 
Shelter Needs  
Canned food

Non-perishable items

Nightstand clock

Flashlights

Household items (dishes, silverware, pots, pans...)

Paper products

Cleaning supplies

Body and kitchen towels

Laundry detergent
Fabric softener
Feminine hygiene products
S OS Numbers
Administrative Offices 620.343.8799

Child Advocacy Center 620.343.8742

CASA
620.343.2744

Child Visitation and Exchange Center
620.342.0076

Crisis Services
620.342.7943

SOS 24-Hour Helpline
620.342.1870
800.825.1295
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