LKLadyPod #38 "244 Women Since 1996"

<p><span data-tt= "{"paragraphStyle":{"alignment":4,"writingDirection":1}}"> Ann and Emma record together, in person, for the first time since March of 2020. This month's episode is a reflection on gender-based violence, men's violence, and violence against women.  </span></p> <p>According to Women's Aid, 244 women have died violently in Ireland since 1996. <br /> Of resolved cases, 87% were perpetrated by a man.<br /> 13% of perpetrators were strangers. </p> <p>We dedicate this episode to the memories of all these women. </p> <p>You can report flashing and assault under section 45 of the sexual offences act </p> <p>For help, contact <strong>Women's Aid</strong> 24hrs at 1800 341 900 or visit <strong>Safe Ireland</strong> at <a href= "https://www.safeireland.ie/get-help/where-to-find-help/">https://www.safeireland.ie/get-help/where-to-find-help/</a> to find local supports </p> <p><strong>Connect Counselling</strong> is an anonymous professional telephone counselling service for survivors of physical, emotional and sexual abuse including former residents of Mother and Baby Homes.</p> <p>Freephone 1800 477 477 Monday to Sunday from 6pm to 10pm.</p> <p>Visit <a href= "http://www.connectcounselling.ie">www.connectcounselling.ie</a></p> <p><strong>Text 50808 -</strong> A free 24/7 text service, providing everything from a calming chat to immediate support for people going through mental health or emotional crisis.</p> <p>Text HELLO to 50808, anytime day or night.</p> <p>Visit www.text50808.ie for more information.</p> <p> </p> <p><span data-tt= "{"paragraphStyle":{"alignment":4,"writingDirection":1}}"> Find the Limerick Lady podcast wherever you get your podcasts, and follow for new episodes on the third Thursday every month</span></p> <p><span data-tt= "{"paragraphStyle":{"alignment":4,"writingDirection":1}}"> The Limerick Lady Podcast is supported by the Limerick Post Newspaper, and sponsored by the Ormston House Feminist Supermarket</span></p> <p><span data-tt= "{"paragraphStyle":{"alignment":4,"writingDirection":1