Rape Crisis Ireland
@rapecrisisireland.bsky.social
Rape Crisis Ireland - the national policy level body for Rape Crisis Centres across Ireland - is working towards a society free from sexual violence.
RCN: 20040963
#RapeCrisisSupport #SexualViolence #SupportingSurvivors
RCN: 20040963
#RapeCrisisSupport #SexualViolence #SupportingSurvivors
MOVE Ireland’s 2024 report underscores the vital work taking place across Ireland to address intimate partner abuse & promote safer outcomes for families.
MOVE reported a 41% rise in referrals, demonstrating that more individuals are being identified & supported through appropriate services
MOVE reported a 41% rise in referrals, demonstrating that more individuals are being identified & supported through appropriate services
December 3, 2025 at 12:06 PM
MOVE Ireland’s 2024 report underscores the vital work taking place across Ireland to address intimate partner abuse & promote safer outcomes for families.
MOVE reported a 41% rise in referrals, demonstrating that more individuals are being identified & supported through appropriate services
MOVE reported a 41% rise in referrals, demonstrating that more individuals are being identified & supported through appropriate services
There is #NoExcuse for technology to be used in ways that cause harm when it can & should be used to advance #GenderEquality.
Let’s make it clear to young people that what’s on a screen isn’t real life … #ItsNotNormal & #ItsOKtoSayNo when something doesn’t feel right.
#16Days #ACTToEndViolence
Let’s make it clear to young people that what’s on a screen isn’t real life … #ItsNotNormal & #ItsOKtoSayNo when something doesn’t feel right.
#16Days #ACTToEndViolence
December 3, 2025 at 11:06 AM
There is #NoExcuse for technology to be used in ways that cause harm when it can & should be used to advance #GenderEquality.
Let’s make it clear to young people that what’s on a screen isn’t real life … #ItsNotNormal & #ItsOKtoSayNo when something doesn’t feel right.
#16Days #ACTToEndViolence
Let’s make it clear to young people that what’s on a screen isn’t real life … #ItsNotNormal & #ItsOKtoSayNo when something doesn’t feel right.
#16Days #ACTToEndViolence
As Chair of the National Statistics Board, our Executive Director Clíona Saidléar delivered the opening address of the CSO conference, 'Advancing Data as a National Resource', bringing together senior public servants to explore how the National Data Infrastructure is transforming the way we use data
November 27, 2025 at 11:57 AM
As Chair of the National Statistics Board, our Executive Director Clíona Saidléar delivered the opening address of the CSO conference, 'Advancing Data as a National Resource', bringing together senior public servants to explore how the National Data Infrastructure is transforming the way we use data
We are thrilled to see Matt Carthy TD's #SexualViolence Civil Protection Orders Bill supported in the Dáil and moving to the next stage.
Victims of #SexualViolence should not have to fear their abusers for the remainder of their lives.
#JusticeForSurvivors #SupportingSurvivors
Victims of #SexualViolence should not have to fear their abusers for the remainder of their lives.
#JusticeForSurvivors #SupportingSurvivors
November 26, 2025 at 11:48 AM
We are thrilled to see Matt Carthy TD's #SexualViolence Civil Protection Orders Bill supported in the Dáil and moving to the next stage.
Victims of #SexualViolence should not have to fear their abusers for the remainder of their lives.
#JusticeForSurvivors #SupportingSurvivors
Victims of #SexualViolence should not have to fear their abusers for the remainder of their lives.
#JusticeForSurvivors #SupportingSurvivors
Rape Crisis Midwest launched its Strategic Plan 2025-2028 today to tie in with Int'l Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. Its experience of a 330% increase in demand for its services since 2016 highlights the ongoing & increasing need for funding to support survivors of #SexualViolence
November 25, 2025 at 8:07 PM
Rape Crisis Midwest launched its Strategic Plan 2025-2028 today to tie in with Int'l Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. Its experience of a 330% increase in demand for its services since 2016 highlights the ongoing & increasing need for funding to support survivors of #SexualViolence
We were pleased to meet with Minister Thomas Byrne TD & the Dept of Foreign Affairs to discuss the Irish Presidency of the @coe.int as part of the delegation from the Community and Voluntary Pillar, emphasising the importance of putting a Social Europe as a central theme of the Presidency
November 18, 2025 at 5:07 PM
We were pleased to meet with Minister Thomas Byrne TD & the Dept of Foreign Affairs to discuss the Irish Presidency of the @coe.int as part of the delegation from the Community and Voluntary Pillar, emphasising the importance of putting a Social Europe as a central theme of the Presidency
**Our 2024 Statistics Report is now on our website!**
Based on data captured from our member #RapeCrisis centres across Ireland via Mosaic – our recently upgraded data collection system - this is vital #DataForChange >>
rapecrisisireland.ie/research/sta...
#FactsNotMyths #CloseTheDisclosureGap
Based on data captured from our member #RapeCrisis centres across Ireland via Mosaic – our recently upgraded data collection system - this is vital #DataForChange >>
rapecrisisireland.ie/research/sta...
#FactsNotMyths #CloseTheDisclosureGap
November 11, 2025 at 12:10 PM
**Our 2024 Statistics Report is now on our website!**
Based on data captured from our member #RapeCrisis centres across Ireland via Mosaic – our recently upgraded data collection system - this is vital #DataForChange >>
rapecrisisireland.ie/research/sta...
#FactsNotMyths #CloseTheDisclosureGap
Based on data captured from our member #RapeCrisis centres across Ireland via Mosaic – our recently upgraded data collection system - this is vital #DataForChange >>
rapecrisisireland.ie/research/sta...
#FactsNotMyths #CloseTheDisclosureGap
Survivors’ stories remind us that a victim’s journey does not end with the sentencing of the perpetrator - the aftermath continues with lasting impacts on the survivor, our Exec Director Dr Clíona Saidléar said at Matt Carthy's briefing on the Victims of Sexual Violence Civil Protection Orders Bill
November 6, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Survivors’ stories remind us that a victim’s journey does not end with the sentencing of the perpetrator - the aftermath continues with lasting impacts on the survivor, our Exec Director Dr Clíona Saidléar said at Matt Carthy's briefing on the Victims of Sexual Violence Civil Protection Orders Bill
“Rape Crisis Ireland is right to be highlighting the disclosure gap. Disclosing that you have been a victim of gender-based violence is a serious hurdle for many. "
- @orlamuldoon.bsky.social of @unioflimerick.bsky.social &
Queen's University Belfast speaking at our #CloseTheDisclosureGap event
- @orlamuldoon.bsky.social of @unioflimerick.bsky.social &
Queen's University Belfast speaking at our #CloseTheDisclosureGap event
November 6, 2025 at 9:12 AM
“Rape Crisis Ireland is right to be highlighting the disclosure gap. Disclosing that you have been a victim of gender-based violence is a serious hurdle for many. "
- @orlamuldoon.bsky.social of @unioflimerick.bsky.social &
Queen's University Belfast speaking at our #CloseTheDisclosureGap event
- @orlamuldoon.bsky.social of @unioflimerick.bsky.social &
Queen's University Belfast speaking at our #CloseTheDisclosureGap event
Perpetrators of #SexualViolence can be anyone. They can come from any country, any social group & may be found in any setting.
More than 82% of perpetrators were known to survivors seeking counselling from our member #RapeCrisis centres in 2024
#FactsNotMyths #SupportingSurvivors
More than 82% of perpetrators were known to survivors seeking counselling from our member #RapeCrisis centres in 2024
#FactsNotMyths #SupportingSurvivors
October 23, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Perpetrators of #SexualViolence can be anyone. They can come from any country, any social group & may be found in any setting.
More than 82% of perpetrators were known to survivors seeking counselling from our member #RapeCrisis centres in 2024
#FactsNotMyths #SupportingSurvivors
More than 82% of perpetrators were known to survivors seeking counselling from our member #RapeCrisis centres in 2024
#FactsNotMyths #SupportingSurvivors
We look forward to welcoming counsellors & psychotherapists from #RapeCrisis & #SexualViolence centres across Ireland to our Specialist Sexual Violence Training for Counsellors, which kicks off tomorrow!
#SexualViolenceAwareness #FactsNotMyths #SupportingSurvivors
#SexualViolenceAwareness #FactsNotMyths #SupportingSurvivors
October 9, 2025 at 4:48 PM
We look forward to welcoming counsellors & psychotherapists from #RapeCrisis & #SexualViolence centres across Ireland to our Specialist Sexual Violence Training for Counsellors, which kicks off tomorrow!
#SexualViolenceAwareness #FactsNotMyths #SupportingSurvivors
#SexualViolenceAwareness #FactsNotMyths #SupportingSurvivors
“It’s so lonely but you don’t have to be completely alone,” Blathnaid Raleigh says at launch of Cuan’s new #SexualViolence awareness campaign aimed at empowering survivors to seek support & reassuring them they’ll be believed >>
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#NotAlone #AlwaysHere #ZeroTolerance
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#NotAlone #AlwaysHere #ZeroTolerance
September 29, 2025 at 6:11 PM
“It’s so lonely but you don’t have to be completely alone,” Blathnaid Raleigh says at launch of Cuan’s new #SexualViolence awareness campaign aimed at empowering survivors to seek support & reassuring them they’ll be believed >>
alwayshere.ie
#NotAlone #AlwaysHere #ZeroTolerance
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#NotAlone #AlwaysHere #ZeroTolerance
Our Executive Director is joining women from across Europe sharing strategies at Women Against Violence Network's conference 'Feminist Solidarity and Collective Action: Reclaiming our Power to #EndViolenceAgainstWomen'
A reminder that #CollectiveAction is our greatest strength
#27thWAVEconference
A reminder that #CollectiveAction is our greatest strength
#27thWAVEconference
September 22, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Our Executive Director is joining women from across Europe sharing strategies at Women Against Violence Network's conference 'Feminist Solidarity and Collective Action: Reclaiming our Power to #EndViolenceAgainstWomen'
A reminder that #CollectiveAction is our greatest strength
#27thWAVEconference
A reminder that #CollectiveAction is our greatest strength
#27thWAVEconference
Good to see a focus on the importance of trauma-informed care & strengthening interagency approaches at
Children's Rights Alliance's #EndChildPoverty Week event.
Preventing vulnerable children's sexual exploitation needs awareness and holistic responses too
#ChildSexualAbuse #CSA #SexualViolence
Children's Rights Alliance's #EndChildPoverty Week event.
Preventing vulnerable children's sexual exploitation needs awareness and holistic responses too
#ChildSexualAbuse #CSA #SexualViolence
September 15, 2025 at 12:26 PM
Good to see a focus on the importance of trauma-informed care & strengthening interagency approaches at
Children's Rights Alliance's #EndChildPoverty Week event.
Preventing vulnerable children's sexual exploitation needs awareness and holistic responses too
#ChildSexualAbuse #CSA #SexualViolence
Children's Rights Alliance's #EndChildPoverty Week event.
Preventing vulnerable children's sexual exploitation needs awareness and holistic responses too
#ChildSexualAbuse #CSA #SexualViolence
Are you LGBTQ+? Have you experienced #SexualViolence?
Or have you worked supporting an #LGBTQ sexual violence survivor?
If so, a DCU researcher would love to speak with you. To take part in her research, text the word “Research” to 083 193 7290.
#LGBT #SupportingSurvivors
Or have you worked supporting an #LGBTQ sexual violence survivor?
If so, a DCU researcher would love to speak with you. To take part in her research, text the word “Research” to 083 193 7290.
#LGBT #SupportingSurvivors
September 9, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Are you LGBTQ+? Have you experienced #SexualViolence?
Or have you worked supporting an #LGBTQ sexual violence survivor?
If so, a DCU researcher would love to speak with you. To take part in her research, text the word “Research” to 083 193 7290.
#LGBT #SupportingSurvivors
Or have you worked supporting an #LGBTQ sexual violence survivor?
If so, a DCU researcher would love to speak with you. To take part in her research, text the word “Research” to 083 193 7290.
#LGBT #SupportingSurvivors
We were happy to host a delegation from the #GenderEquality Department at the Office of the Government of the Czech Republic & to share insights with those leading the development of sexual- and gender-based violence services in the country.
#DSGBV #SexualViolence
#DSGBV #SexualViolence
August 27, 2025 at 3:47 PM
We were happy to host a delegation from the #GenderEquality Department at the Office of the Government of the Czech Republic & to share insights with those leading the development of sexual- and gender-based violence services in the country.
#DSGBV #SexualViolence
#DSGBV #SexualViolence
Are you an LGBTQ+ person who has experienced #SexualViolence? Or have you worked supporting an #LGBTQ sexual violence survivor? If so, a DCU researcher would love to hear your perspective.
To take part, text the word “Research” to 083 193 7290.
#FactsNotMyths #SupportingSurvivors
To take part, text the word “Research” to 083 193 7290.
#FactsNotMyths #SupportingSurvivors
June 30, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Are you an LGBTQ+ person who has experienced #SexualViolence? Or have you worked supporting an #LGBTQ sexual violence survivor? If so, a DCU researcher would love to hear your perspective.
To take part, text the word “Research” to 083 193 7290.
#FactsNotMyths #SupportingSurvivors
To take part, text the word “Research” to 083 193 7290.
#FactsNotMyths #SupportingSurvivors
"Better data leads to better decisions: credible national statistics, earlier identification of trends, improved services & stronger advocacy"
- our Data & Privacy Manager, Sally Aquilina, outlining how our unique Data Collection System supports the work of #RapeCrisis centres
#HPRC2025
- our Data & Privacy Manager, Sally Aquilina, outlining how our unique Data Collection System supports the work of #RapeCrisis centres
#HPRC2025
June 26, 2025 at 4:23 PM
"Better data leads to better decisions: credible national statistics, earlier identification of trends, improved services & stronger advocacy"
- our Data & Privacy Manager, Sally Aquilina, outlining how our unique Data Collection System supports the work of #RapeCrisis centres
#HPRC2025
- our Data & Privacy Manager, Sally Aquilina, outlining how our unique Data Collection System supports the work of #RapeCrisis centres
#HPRC2025
Important aspects of #SexualHealthPromotion policy & practice under the spotlight at today's #HPRC2025:
- the importance of consent
- sexual violence & abuse
- the need to develop porn literacy education
- sexual harassment & nightlife (only 12% report it)
#FactsNotMyths
- the importance of consent
- sexual violence & abuse
- the need to develop porn literacy education
- sexual harassment & nightlife (only 12% report it)
#FactsNotMyths
June 26, 2025 at 11:47 AM
Important aspects of #SexualHealthPromotion policy & practice under the spotlight at today's #HPRC2025:
- the importance of consent
- sexual violence & abuse
- the need to develop porn literacy education
- sexual harassment & nightlife (only 12% report it)
#FactsNotMyths
- the importance of consent
- sexual violence & abuse
- the need to develop porn literacy education
- sexual harassment & nightlife (only 12% report it)
#FactsNotMyths
If you experienced #SexualViolence in the #HigherEducation sector in the past 4 years - as a student or as a staff member - you might be interested in taking part in a research project.
See info below 👇
See info below 👇
May 30, 2025 at 3:12 PM
If you experienced #SexualViolence in the #HigherEducation sector in the past 4 years - as a student or as a staff member - you might be interested in taking part in a research project.
See info below 👇
See info below 👇
Are you an adult survivor of #ChildSexualAbuse who has engaged with TUSLA under its Child Abuse Substantiation Procedure? If so, you might wish to take part in PhD research?
Best practices can be developed with direct input from adult survivors & discussions with those who implement CASP.
Best practices can be developed with direct input from adult survivors & discussions with those who implement CASP.
May 28, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Are you an adult survivor of #ChildSexualAbuse who has engaged with TUSLA under its Child Abuse Substantiation Procedure? If so, you might wish to take part in PhD research?
Best practices can be developed with direct input from adult survivors & discussions with those who implement CASP.
Best practices can be developed with direct input from adult survivors & discussions with those who implement CASP.
Fantastic learning & conversations at @womensaidireland.bsky.social Strategic Convention examining how society can reduce & prevent the harmful impacts of pornography on #GenderEquality, healthy sexual development & #OnlineSafety.
#FactsNotMyths #EndSexualViolence #OnlineSafetyMatters
#FactsNotMyths #EndSexualViolence #OnlineSafetyMatters
May 26, 2025 at 12:14 PM
Fantastic learning & conversations at @womensaidireland.bsky.social Strategic Convention examining how society can reduce & prevent the harmful impacts of pornography on #GenderEquality, healthy sexual development & #OnlineSafety.
#FactsNotMyths #EndSexualViolence #OnlineSafetyMatters
#FactsNotMyths #EndSexualViolence #OnlineSafetyMatters
Are you a woman age 18+ who's experienced intimate partner violence & is no longer in an abusive relationship?
If so, you're invited to take part in an anonymous survey exploring how social support can influence post-traumatic growth in survivors >>
dcusurveys.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
If so, you're invited to take part in an anonymous survey exploring how social support can influence post-traumatic growth in survivors >>
dcusurveys.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
May 11, 2025 at 8:46 PM
Are you a woman age 18+ who's experienced intimate partner violence & is no longer in an abusive relationship?
If so, you're invited to take part in an anonymous survey exploring how social support can influence post-traumatic growth in survivors >>
dcusurveys.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
If so, you're invited to take part in an anonymous survey exploring how social support can influence post-traumatic growth in survivors >>
dcusurveys.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
We welcome the change of terminology in Senator Eileen Flynn's re-drafted Child Trafficking & Child Sexual Exploitation Material Bill.
Replacing 'child pornography' with 'child sexual abuse material' focusses on trafficking & exploitation as a form of abuse & violence
#FactsNotMyths
Replacing 'child pornography' with 'child sexual abuse material' focusses on trafficking & exploitation as a form of abuse & violence
#FactsNotMyths
May 7, 2025 at 3:25 PM
We welcome the change of terminology in Senator Eileen Flynn's re-drafted Child Trafficking & Child Sexual Exploitation Material Bill.
Replacing 'child pornography' with 'child sexual abuse material' focusses on trafficking & exploitation as a form of abuse & violence
#FactsNotMyths
Replacing 'child pornography' with 'child sexual abuse material' focusses on trafficking & exploitation as a form of abuse & violence
#FactsNotMyths
Well deserved applause for Dr Karen Hand on her important research into child sexual abuse on behalf of One in Four👏
#FactsNotMyths #ChildSafety2025
#FactsNotMyths #ChildSafety2025
May 1, 2025 at 11:05 AM
Well deserved applause for Dr Karen Hand on her important research into child sexual abuse on behalf of One in Four👏
#FactsNotMyths #ChildSafety2025
#FactsNotMyths #ChildSafety2025