Clare Local Area Network (CLAN) will hold an awareness event on domestic abuse supports hosted by West Clare Family Resource Centre, Kilrush from 12.30pm – 2pm on the April 29th.
The agencies and services who are members of CLAN, will meet and greet the public, providing information of their services, and will be available to answer any questions. outlining supports provided on issues relating to domestic abuse.
There will also be a wellness demonstration on skincare and make-up to add a little pampering to the occasion.
June Dillon, a local nurse in the area, Chair of the Safer Clare Campaign, member of the Clare Local Community Safety Partnership (CLCSP) and new CLAN member, felt there was a lack of awareness in West Clare of the work undertaken by CLAN. During her first CLAN meeting in Jan 2026, June proposed to invite her fellow CLAN members to hold an Awareness Event to shine a light on their work and supports offered to those impacted by domestic abuse.
June says, “I feel it is essential and vital for people to know about, and access supports available. Knowing who to turn to, can be one of the first and most important tools people have to protecting themselves and their families”. She goes on to state, “Our event will outline these supports in a warm, welcoming, and inviting atmosphere and attendees can enjoy some wellness tips and relax, as well as avail of refreshments.”
Cecilia Brizuela, Coordinator of Women’s Collective Ireland (WCI) Clare, states, “We are delighted to be part of this event where CLAN members will welcome those who would like to learn more about CLAN itself, the agencies involved with the Network and we feel it’s a wonderful opportunity for people to enhance their knowledge of the many supports available and the impact of domestic abuse on people’s lives”.
The purpose of this event is to create awareness of the issues, to signpost to appropriate support services available in West Clare and further afield, and to provide a listening ear if needed. This event is for members of the public or for professionals who support those impacted by domestic abuse, or for anyone who would like to know what to do if they ever encounter domestic abuse.
Members of the public and professionals are invited to the CLAN event on Wednesday April 29th at the West Clare Family Resource Centre, O’Gorman St, Kilrush, V15 VK31. The demonstration on skincare and make-up will run from 12.30 to 2pm and will operate on a first come first serve basis, with limited places.
People can attend the information room and meet CLAN members, and have a cup of tea, by just dropping in from 12:30 to 2pm. Entry is free and there is free street parking in the vicinity. Participants need to be able to use the stairs to access the rooms.