Bright Sky Initiative: Addressing Domestic Violence in Our Community

October 15, 2025

Blackfeet Community College is proud to host the Bright Sky Initiative, a community-based program designed to provide students, educators, and peers with the tools and resources to recognize domestic violence and respond safely. By sharing this information across the Western Region, we aim to take meaningful steps toward addressing the urgent public health crisis of domestic violence.

Funded by the Vodafone Americas Foundation, the program is expected to engage over 20,000 students across four states during Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October 2025.

Upcoming Events

October 23, 2025 | 5:00 – 8:00 PM – BFCC Student Commons
The first Bright Sky event will focus on Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Highlights include:

  • Tipi setup with colored lights to honor survivors

  • Candlelight vigil recognizing and remembering survivors and victims

  • Activities hosted by partnering programs

November 20, 2025 | 5:00 – 8:00 PM – BFCC Student Commons
The second event, Stories of Strength, will feature survivor panels and community dialogue to promote healing, understanding, and awareness.

December 4, 2025 | 5:00 – 8:00 PM – BFCC Student Commons
The final event, The Power of People Coming Together, will include a resource fair with support services for survivors and families, a social pow-wow celebrating resilience, and a community dinner for all attendees.

All events will have food and drinks available. Tipis will be set up on the hill by the flag poles for outdoor activities.

Partnering Programs:
BFCC • Bright Sky • Blackfeet Domestic Abuse • MMIP • Sukapi Lodge • Blackfeet Tribal Behavioral Health • Crystal Creek Lodge

The Bright Sky Initiative is an opportunity for the BFCC community and our partners to learn, connect, and support each other while taking proactive steps to address domestic violence. We encourage students, staff, and community members to attend and engage in these meaningful events.

For more information, contact:
Elaine Little Plume, Student Success Services Director