Midlands Organisations can sign up for free discussion - based training.
A midlands - based charity is trying to reduce domestic violence levels - by offering training on how to recognise and respond to it.
Esker House in Athlone is inviting local businesses to take part in its 'Purple Hand' programme. 
Organisations in the midlands can sign up for free discussion - based training.
One hundred and seventy seven people have become 'Purple Hand Champions' so far - including Caoimhe from Athlone Library:
 
                            
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