Work of Belfast volunteers marked at City Hall

Lord Mayor of Belfast Cllr Máirtin Ó Muilleoir, welcomed staff and volunteers from the Belfast Office of Victim Support NI, to Belfast City Hall on 25th November 2013, to celebrate their annual Staff and Volunteer Christmas Event.

The charity’s event focused on models of care for those who have experienced crime and on the importance of self-care for those supporting victims of crime, with guest speakers addressing these topics. There will also be a reception for staff and volunteers.

Victim Support NI provides emotional and practical support to people affected by crime and this year, the charity offered support to close to 17,000 victims of crime and their families in the Belfast area.