Event this morning in Newbridge for charity that supports women and children who are victims of domestic violence

Fiona O’Loughlin, TD for Kildare South and first female ever elected to Dáil Eireann from Kildare South is hosting a coffee morning on International Women’s Day, in aid of Teach Tearmainn in Kildare Town.

Speaking on the event, Deputy O’Loughlin said “International Women’s Day is a proud day for all women and a day for us to support women in need. Teach Tearmainn in Kildare town do fantastic work in supporting women going through domestic violence situations and provide hope for their families.”

The coffee morning will be held in her Newbridge office from 10:00am to 12 today.

Teach Tearmainn aims to directly support women and, indirectly their children, who have experienced domestic violence and abuse or who are at risk of being unsafe in the family environment.

It offers supports and information to any women who asks for it , or not she wishes to leave the abusive relationship. Services provided are confidential and include: Helpline, Refuge, One-to-One Support, Advocacy, Accompaniment, Outreach, and Training.

Office: 045 535178 Helpline: 045 527584 E: [email protected]