Esker House’s 'Purple Hand' campaign continues to expandThe Purple Hand campaign developed by Esker House Domestic Abuse Support Service, continues to go from strength to strength and has now been rolled out in Kerry. Developed under the Esker Project, the campaign equips organisations with the knowledge and confidence to recognise abuse, respond safely, and refer individuals to specialist supports. Purple Hand was born from a need to make homes and communities safer for victims and survivors of gender-based violence, not just in emergencies, but in everyday moments. Since its launch, more than 500 Purple Hand Champions have been trained across over 60 organisations, including emergency services, sporting clubs, community centres, healthcare teams, local businesses, and state agencies. Last year, the campaign partnered with both the Sheraton Athlone Hotel and the Hodson Bay Hotel, while local crèches and early years providers have also embraced the Purple Hand Champion training.

Source: Irish Independent March 23, 2026 12:57 UTC