Mary Claire Molloy

1 week ago | northernirelandworld.com | Mary Claire Molloy

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowTen local teachers from Loreto College Coleraine are set to take part in a 10k a day, 10 day challenge in support of AWARE NI. This challenge, which begins on May 7 and coincides with Mental Health Awareness Week, will raise awareness and vital funds for local mental health services including two local support groups in Coleraine and Limavady.

3 weeks ago | mirrorindy.org | Mary Claire Molloy

Black faith leaders in Indianapolis can get free suicide prevention training at an April 29 workshop. The all-day event, Soul Shop for Black Churches, will help participants learn how to respond to mental health crises and teach their congregations about suicide awareness. It is open to both formal and informal church leaders, as well as different denominations. 🗓️ 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. April 29📍 402 W.

3 weeks ago | mirrorindy.org | Mary Claire Molloy

The canal in downtown Indianapolis will turn blue April 25 to raise awareness for Child Abuse Prevention Month. “Every child deserves a happy, safe childhood,” said Heather Wildrick-Holman, the assistant director at Firefly Children & Family Alliance, a local nonprofit helping families create healthy dynamics. “We’re also here to support parents struggling with challenges.”The group will join the Indiana Department of Child Services to dye the canal blue at 11:30 a.m. Friday.

1 month ago | mirrorindy.org | Mary Claire Molloy

The Domestic Violence Prevention Network announced a new interim director April 15 amid staff allegations about a toxic workplace culture, especially for Black employees. Mariann McGee Bernlohr, a local consultant, will temporarily lead the Indy nonprofit, which trains community members and organizations to recognize the signs of abuse. DVPN’s board is searching for a permanent executive director, according to a news release, with the goal of hiring someone later this year.

1 month ago | mirrorindy.org | Mary Claire Molloy

Indiana could become the first state to ban residents from using food assistance to buy candy and soda. That’s just one of a slew of executive orders Gov. Mike Braun unveiled April 15 as part of his “Make Indiana Healthy Again” plan. But to do so, he will need the support of the federal government — including the man who stood beside Braun as he made the announcement this week. Robert F.