Spotlight on Leadership

Spotlight on Leadership
📣 Spotlight on Leadership: Teresa Gallegos, Director of Outreach and Accessibility 👏
As part of this year’s Conference on Crimes Against Women (CCAW), Teresa Gallegos Director of Outreach and Accessibility for KCSDV was offered a training session addressing the barriers faced by Hispanic survivors of domestic and sexual violence.
Her session, “Beyond Translations: Bridging the Gap for Hispanic Survivors of Violence,” explores how cultural stigma, immigration-related fears, and limited trust in authorities can hinder access to services. Teresa provides practical strategies for advocates, law enforcement, and legal professionals to more effectively engage with Hispanic communities through culturally responsive approaches and tools such as the Hispanic Toolkit.
Her commitment to equitable service delivery and inclusive training helps ensure that survivors from all backgrounds can access the support they need.


