Women’s Aid is a national organisation working to prevent and address the impact of domestic violence including coercive control since 1974. We want to see an equal society for all with a zero tolerance of all forms of violence against women. We run the 24hr National Freephone Helpline 1800 341 900, which is available 7 days a week. The National Helpline is a listening service and provides practical information and support as well as referral to local independent domestic violence services and refuges across the country. This service can provide support in over 200+ languages. The Helpline team also provide support through the National Instant Message Support Service on www.womensaid.ie. We also provide face to face and court support services and carrying out training, public awareness and campaigning work.

Welcome to Joe Duffy BMW Clontarf half marathon and 5 mile. It takes place in the scenic setting of Clontarf Promenade and Bull Island with views of Howth Head and Dublin bay. The race is contained within an off road promenade and Bull Island giving it unique and relaxing appeal. This year we are partnered with the Mater Hospital Foundation charity and are encouraging all participants to make a difference for critically ill patients and their families while taking part. This fundraising platform allows runners to promote and fundraise for worthy charitable causes that they have a strong significant meaning with. By registering for the race, you will have the option to tell us about your charity and the reason you are looking to raise funds. We will use this fundraising platform to showcase these stories and together we will help raise funds for some worthy causes!