The Shield of Athena's annual Lilac Benefit Gala takes place Saturday November 23rd. This year, the organization, which has been a lifeline for countless women and children affected by conjugal and family violence, will be raising funds for their new emergency shelter, Athena's House. Shield of Athena's executive director Melpa Kamateros joins Global News Morning’s host Laura Casella to talk about their needs and the purpose of the event.