ODVSS to host 'In Her Shoes' domestic abuse simulation training in TullamoreThe Offaly Domestic Violence Support Service (ODVSS), in collaboration with justice and community partners, is preparing to host an interactive training event titled “In Her Shoes” next month. The training will take place on Friday, March 20, at the District Court Offices, Tullamore, from 10am to 1pm. "In Her Shoes” is an immersive, empathy-building exercise designed to deepen understanding of the barriers survivors face when seeking safety and support. Anne Clarke of ODVSS said the simulation presents a unique learning opportunity: “This experience allows professionals to step beyond policy and procedure and understand the lived reality of those seeking safety. "When we understand the barriers survivors face, we can respond in ways that truly support safety, dignity and recovery," she stated.

Source: Irish Independent February 19, 2026 16:31 UTC