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Irish Independent
4 days ago
- Irish Independent
Wexford Gardaí highlight the importance of showing solidarity with those affected by domestic abuse
'Go Purple' is a national campaign aimed at raising awareness about domestic violence and the supports available to victims. The initiative was first organised in 2020 by community garda Stacey Looby in Navan Garda Station. Each year, it encourages both garda personnel and participants to wear the colour purple. An Garda Síochana revealed that in 2024, an excess of 65,000 domestic abuse related contacted the Gardaí – an average of 2,250 reports each week. They have observed an increase in reporting rates of domestic abuse year on year. Enniscorthy Gardaí made sure to do their part by inviting in members of Wexford County Council to discuss the issue on Friday, May 30. Cllr Barbara-Anne Murphy and Cllr Mary Farrell were welcomed into the Enniscorthy station by Superintendent David O'Sullivan, Garda Maeve Hanlon, Garda Emma Walsh, and Inspector Liam Kavanagh. Wexford Garda Station also encouraged people to speak to each other and to share their experiences with those close to them. "Above all, we are asking that you speak to one another about this issue. Without realising, you might just give someone the crucial support they've needed to begin to share some of the fear they deal with alone,' they said. If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic abuse, please contact or speak with any officer at your nearest Garda Station. In an emergency or immediate danger, please call 999/112.
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Wisconsin landmarks to light up purple for Crime Victims' Rights Week, Marsy's Law anniversary
MADISON, Wis. (WFRV) – Landmarks across Wisconsin are lighting up purple this week to mark National Crime Victims' Rights Week and the five-year anniversary of Marsy's Law being approved by state voters. The 'Go Purple' campaign, organized by Marsy's Law for Wisconsin, aims to raise awareness for victims' rights and show solidarity with survivors. The effort aligns with National Crime Victims' Rights Week, observed April 6-12, and is part of a broader push to highlight how far the state has come since adopting the victims' rights amendment to its constitution. Appleton's 'The Book Store' to host 'Block of Books' event featuring 50 Wisconsin-based authors 'It has been five years since Wisconsin residents banded together to transform our criminal justice system by voting in favor of Marsy's Law,' said Nela Kalpic, state director for Marsy's Law for Wisconsin and a domestic abuse survivor. 'Since then, victims have been more informed, more involved, and more empowered throughout the legal process. They no longer have to sit quietly on the sidelines.' The 2025 theme for Crime Victims' Rights Week is 'Kinship,' a reminder that communities play an important role in supporting survivors and standing together against violence and trauma. In Green Bay, the downtown bridges, Brown County Courthouse, and Resch Expo Center are all scheduled to be lit in purple. In Milwaukee, locations include City Hall, the Mitchell Park Domes and several downtown buildings. The Madison Municipal Building is also participating. Drugs, weapons and cash seized in major Wisconsin bust following investigation Marsy's Law was passed in April 2020 with support from more than 1.1 million voters, winning by a margin of over 700,000 votes. It guarantees crime victims the right to be heard in court, to be informed of proceedings, and to be treated with dignity and respect throughout the legal process. More details about the campaign and a full list of participating landmarks can be found at Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
