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"I can’t pinpoint when I started donating to Women’s Aid. Perhaps it began with a growing realisation that Ireland is not as equal as it should be. Men have a key role in making that right." - Mark.
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Thank you Sinéad. For your fearless voice and courageous light. You truly challenged an Ireland, and a world, that stifled women, children and anyone who didn't conform.
Your power, your anger, your pain and fragility gave strength to many survivors to speak out. 💜
“Two to put her down. Two to put her out.” Cathal Crotty bragged on social media after brutally beating Natasha O’Brien unconscious.
This horrendous case calls into question whether Ireland is serious about zero tolerance of violence against women.
It’s with a heavy heart that we add Bruna Fonseca, aged 28, to our record of women who have been killed in violent circumstances in this country.
Rest in peace, Bruna.
#stolenlives
We are heart sore and angry to learn of Nadine’s passing. Women should be safe in our own homes but we know far too well that is can be the most dangerous place. If you are living in fear please call our 24hr Helpline 1800341900 and/or the Gardaí 112/999
Today, women in Ireland have been raising their voices to tell what has been inflicted on them - violence, rape, sexual abuse, emotional manipulation & control. Women's Aid always believes women when they reach out & it's always a very powerful moment. Please call.
#IBelieveHer
Deepa Dinamani (38) was a chartered accountant living in Cork & mother to a 5 year old child. Deepa was killed in her own home on Friday evening. Her husband has been charged with murder.
Our thoughts are with Deepa's family, friends and community.
"People think my life has been tough, but I think it's been a wonderful journey. The older you get, the more you realize it's not what happened, it's how you deal with it."
Sad news tonight. Tina Turner was a legend & survivor of domestic abuse who inspired other women, always.
Joanne Ball (Lee) aged 38, Natalia Karaczyn, aged 30, Anastasia Kriegel, aged 14 and Jastine Valdez, aged 24, all lives stolen in 2018 due to known or suspected male violence. This has to stop. (Source: Women's Aid
#Femicide
Watch)
"Never again" is a promise to women that society cannot keep. On the first anniversary of the death of Ashling Murphy, we remember her and the 11 women who have died in violent circumstances since - Sandra, Mary, Ruth, Lisa, Louise, Larisa, Miriam, Lisa, Ioana, Sharon & Bruna
Since 1996, we have recorded and highlighted the violent deaths of women in Ireland with the ultimate aim of this work being to remember stolen lives, prevent further loss of life by increasing safety for women. Today we will
#RememberStolenLives
by sharing each name of woman.
Remembering Cathy Ward (41), Elzbieta Piortrowska (57) and Jasmine McMonagle (27) who have been murdered in Ireland this year. In two cases men have been charged with murder. In one, a male suspect is in custody. We must
#breakthepattern
of male violence against women
#femicide
"Women are not afraid of the dark or a lonely space. They are afraid of a violent male perpetrator in the dark" Sarah Benson, CEO of Women's Aid
#TooManyWomen
via
@IrishTimesLife
We are heartsore to have to add the name of Jean Eagers to our file on female homicide. Women should be safe in their own homes but we know that for so many women, home can be the most dangerous place. RIP Jean.
Our Yes is for the women in abusive relationships who may have very little control over their reproductive health & who face additional barriers such as sexual violence, financial abuse and physical & emotional control by their boyfriends, husbands and partners.
#WhoNeedsYourYes
Cathal Crotty, the perpetrator of brutal violence was described as 'polite' and 'professional' in court. Yet the violence, lying to attempt to blame Natasha and the bragging on social media paints a difference picture. The circle doesn't square.
We stand with Nicola and are inspired by her incredible bravery. She stood in court today and gave a harrowing account of the abuse Paul Moody inflicted upon her and the impact it had. Read and share her powerful words.
Women’s Aid welcomes the conviction of Josef Puska for the murder of Ashling Murphy. When Puska senselessly took Aishling Murphy’s life at 4.30pm in broad daylight while she was out on a run, it sent a shockwave through communities in Ireland.
#Femicide
"As I lay in the foetal position, and losing consciousness, he continued his relentless beating. My last conscious thought was 'he’s not stopping, I’m going to die’.
Soldier avoids jail term after beating woman unconscious via
@RTENews
This is such a brutal injustice.
It is with such a heavy heart that we add Geila Ibram to the Women's Aid Femicide Watch.
We are holding Geila and her loved ones in our thoughts.
#StolenLives
#Femicide
via
@rte
239 women have died violently in Ireland since our records began in 1996. 3 women have died by violence so far this year - Urantsetseq Tserendorj, Mary O'Keffee & Sharon Bennett. Remembering them all &
#SarahEverard
tonight
#TooManyWomen
#ReclaimTheseStreets
Women's Aid view in the wake of the killing of Ashling Murphy in Tullamore: We need a zero tolerance of all forms of male violence against women. Read more.
Our thoughts and condolences are with Anna's children, family, friends and community who mourn a life stolen through violence.
Anna Mooney, 46, was a mother of two children, who were at home in Raheny at the time of her murder. via
@rte
Nadine was a young woman with everything to live for. She made her wishes clear to her ex-partner. A man who inflicted gross violence upon her, motivated by hate and the need to exert power & control. Our thoughts are with her young child, her family & all who loves her.
#nadine
Support is available this Easter weekend for anyone subjected to domestic abuse.
💜Call Women's Aid 24hr National Freephone Helpline 1800 341 900. We are open all day, every day.
💜Use the Instant Message Support Service is open mornings & evenings on .
"Never again" is a promise to women that society cannot keep. On the second anniversary of the death of Ashling Murphy, we remember her and the 19 women who have died in violent circumstances since
#zerotolerance
Women should be safe in their homes & safe in their communities. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Today’s murder of a young woman is such an horrendous example of that. We are heartsore to have to add this young woman to our
#Femicide
Watch this evening
#tullamore
"Not you, though, sister. Never you. There is no shame on you, sister. You can move through the world, with your head held high, for the rest of your life." Powerful writing by
@roisiningle
via
@IrishTimesLife
There will be women tonight dreading their partner coming home. Football does not cause domestic abuse, but it can become more frequent or severe after big games, with reporting increasing by 38% when England lose.
Go to . In an emergency, always call 999.
During the
#Covid19Ireland
emergency, Women's Aid is providing a number of services for deaf and hard of hearing women experiencing domestic abuse. This includes a dedicated text line and online chat. Please share this new video in
#IrishSignLanguage
to reach those who need us.
‘The majority of violence against women is committed by men, why are we using gender neutral language because it’s makes people comfortable? The very act of saying ‘mens violence against women’ can help get us towards a place of reframing.’
@jacksontkatz
#Equality
#ZeroTolerance
244 women have died violently since our records began. 18 children were killed alongside their mothers. Where the case has been resolved, 87% of women were killed by a man they knew while 13% of women were killed by a stranger. Remember their names.
#RememberStolenLives
Thread: Women's Aid is deeply concerned about the impact of the
#Covid19Ireland
crisis on the safety of women and children affected by domestic abuse and is calling on the Government to make they are not abandoned and ignored during this period.
#CoronavirusIreland
Thank you so much
@gavreilly
- you and your wonderful Christmas Day supporters raised almost €1,000 for Women's Aid this afternoon. Well done and we hope you are still raising a glass or two.
In need of a drink after that!
Thanks to everyone who watched and donated - don’t forget to text ACTION to 50300 to donate €4 to the priceless work of
@Womens_Aid
this Christmas.
A €300 chq from a boy who asked for donations instead of presents for his birthday got us thinking about the area kids use while their mum visits us. Now the whole support area is more welcoming for kids & their mothers. One person can make a difference.
#FreshStart
#ThankYou
"RIP to my beautiful sister Tina - you can rest now, love. We found you love...I love and miss you. You are now with mum - fly high my beautiful girl."
Tina Satchwell’s sister pays tribute as gardaí continue to question man on suspicion of murder
Such an appalling loss of young lives. Our thoughts are with the family, friends and community that love Lisa, Chelsea and Christy as they deal with this devastating violence. Rest in peace. via
@rte
Our thoughts and solidarity is with the Cash and Cawley families and the wider
#Tallaght
community as they lay to rest their beloved Lisa, Christy and Chelsea this morning. May they rest in peace.
We will always remember Clodagh, Liam, Niall and Ryan and work to try to prevent any similar brutal violence against women and children in their own homes.
#HerNameIsClodagh
.
#BreakthePattern
#HerNameIsClodagh
, her beautiful boys are Liam, Niall & Ryan. Remember them, their lives were brutally stolen in their innocence three years ago today💔
"Sick of it."
"If only broken bones and a shattered life could matter more than a blemish on a young man’s CV."
"We say never again. We voice outrage. We listen to the promises. Until the next time."
Excellent by Miriam Lord in today's
@IrishTimes
It's a day of mixed emotions at Women's Aid as we say goodbye to Margaret Martin as she retires as Director. We will miss her steadfast leadership but wish her many adventures in the future. Thank you Margaret for being a remarkable advocate for & supporter of women and children.
A lot of deeply distressing details emerged today at the inquest into the murder of Clodagh & her boys Liam, Niall and Ryan. Tonight we remember them & all the women and children who have died due to men’s violence. We also reach out to women who are living in fear 1800 341 900.
Remembering Anna, Ciara and all of the women murdered by their partners or exes. Domestic abuse kills women. It kills children too. It is the extreme end of violence against women. One life lost is one too many.
#RTEInvestigates
Donegal mother of two (27) called gardaí shortly before she was killed in attack. Rest in Peace Jasmine - our thoughts are with Jasmine's children, her family and her community. via
@IrishTimes
Today's attack on a woman & 3 children is appalling. The trauma inflicted on them, their families & school community is heartbreaking. We condemn the hijacking of this incident by violent thugs & support members of
@GardaTraffic
@DubFireBrigade
on the frontline tonight.
@HMcEntee
@SAFEIreland
absolutely rejects violent misuse "protecting our women" as an excuse for racism and rioting. These riots are an ancient and cowardly cover for organised fascist ideologies - which have never protected women, LGBTQIA+ people or their children
At times we struggle about sharing stories of femicide & violence against women.Details are so terrible & upsetting. However, silence only protects abusers. Violence against women is a horrific every day reality for many. Remembering Giselle & Allison
An incredible research project by
@jenoconnell
and the team at the
@IrishTimes
based on the Women's Aid Femicide Watch. Each woman and girl deserves to be remembered.
#StolenLives
“Because the dinner was late...because she’s ‘mad’...because she made me do it... because I was drunk...because I lost my job...because I was jealous...because my team won, because they lost...”Many excuses are made but there is only one cause, the abuser.
#DomesticAbuseNoExcuse
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Ciara Dunne
Anne Marie O'Neill
Sara Neligan
Mary Sleator
Jean Gilbert
Sharon Coughlan
Amanda Jenkins
Manuela Riedo
Joanne Mangan
Marion O'Leary
Ciara Ní Chathmhaoil
Sylvia Roche Kelly
Sometimes it’s hard to find the words to explain just how wrong this is - Man who dragged wife upstairs when she refused to be paid for sex avoids jail
We stand in full solidarity with Natasha O'Brien and are so angry that she feels that she did not get the justice she wanted today. Her courage in speaking in court and outside afterwards was incredibly powerful.
There are many people who may need to talk today. So we are sharing our colleagues at
@DublinRCC
24hr Helpline 1800778888 and for those in the North of Ireland, the
@DVSVhelpline
is available on 0808 802 1414.
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Rudo Mawere
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Sarah Regan
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Elizabeth Duff
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Aoife Phelan
Nadine’s murder was a devastating reminder that abuse can continue after a woman has left the relationship & made her wishes very clear. Our thoughts are with her family left behind & who have made sure justice was served and Nadine is remembered.
#latelate
#LateLateShow
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Georgina O'Donnell
Sinead Kelly
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Sheila Lynch
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Lui Quing
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Debbie Fox
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Bernie Sherry
Kitty Gubbins
Mandy Wong
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Sheila McDonagh
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Mary Cully
Mary Kelehan
Eileen Costello O'Shaughnessy
From today, new domestic violence laws come into operation that extend eligibility for safety orders to young women who experience abuse in dating relationships & recognises an intimate relationship as an aggravating factor for sentences in cases before the courts.
#DVAct2018
If you are living in fear of your current or ex partner, boyfriend, or husband and need to talk, we are here to listen, believe & support you. Pls call the Women's Aid 24hr National Helpline 1800 341 900 or visit . No questions. No judgement. We can help.
Legal Aid Fee for domestic violence cases to end & increased funding for supports for victims of crime announced by
@CharlieFlanagan
. Two good measures which will make a difference to women and children affected by abuse.
In this office this evening to pick up post & we are moved to received a copy of
@PhelanVicky
‘s Overcoming with a personal message for the women & their children whom we support - “Keep putting one foot in front of the other. It will get easier.” Thank you 🙏 Vicky.
#overcoming
If tonight you are watching Nicola & her family speak about her experience of coercive control and it feels familiar, help is available. Call our 24hr National Freephone Helpline on 1800341900 or visit
#TakingBackControl
@RTEOne
'She described waking up screaming and having problems sleeping. She said she would never be able to live on her own.' Sentences should fit the crime - short & suspended sentences are wholly unacceptable & send a very dangerous message to women, to abusers and to society.
“What kind of society is it that tells people that you must put up with domestic violence behind closed doors. That they must sacrifice their life to violence? That is not okay.” Questions for a post-COVID Ireland by
@PresidentIRL
on the
#latelate
#latelateshow