Further research needed on peer-to-peer abuse in more settings. A new report on peer-to-peer adult abuse highlights the need for greater understanding and training on differentiating and responding to this type of abuse. The research was conducted for Safeguarding Ireland by the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA).

Giving or Receiving a New Mobile Phone This Christmas? The world discarded over 5 billion mobile phones in 2022 alone. On average, the EU households possess 74 electronic products, out of which 17 are unused. Please consider the gift of Reuse or Recycling the old this year!

Immigrant Council of Ireland calls on incoming government to reset narrative on migration to Ireland. On International Migrants Day 2024, the Immigrant Council of Ireland has released its 2023 Impact Report. Immigrant Council Impact Report 2023 shows positive contribution of migrant communities.

Over 10,000 young people have benefited from cardiac screening this year because of the Dillon Quirke Foundation – the charity established to reduce the number of young people dying from Sudden Adult Death Syndrome (SADS).

In 2024, the Regulator commissioned its second major independent research to examine the Irish retail sector’s compliance with rules governing the sale of National Lottery products to under 18's. The purpose of this research exercise is to test whether the measures taken by the Operator are sufficient to prevent children purchasing National Lottery products.

While the forthcoming pension auto-enrolment scheme will increase pension coverage, it will not address the structural inequalities faced by women in our pension system and may even make them worse. This is one of the key findings of a new report “Still stuck in the Gap – Pensions Auto-enrolment from a Gender and Care lens” by the National Women’s Council.

FASD Ireland wants everyone to enjoy the holiday season, however, please to avoid the risk of FASD to your baby, please remember that NO amount of alcohol is safe to drink in the six weeks before conception or at any time during pregnancy.

Active Retirement Ireland ─ the largest membership organisation for older people in the country ─ has called on those in the next government for greater support for initiatives that promote ageing well.

Almost three out of four young people aged 14-29 in Ireland (73 per cent) are anxious when thinking about climate change, while one out of three are feeling hopeful regarding climate action. That’s according to newly released interim findings from the 2024 Youth Climate Justice Survey.

Interim Chief Medical Officer, Professor Mary Horgan, today announced the results of the Healthy Ireland Survey 2024. Supported by the Department of Health, the annual survey by Ipsos B&A gives an up-to-date picture of the health of the nation, reporting on many health-related lifestyle behaviours.

Strong governance, accountability and transparency in the nonprofit sector is more important than ever for maintaining public trust and is essential for the sustainability of the nonprofit sector. That’s according to Carmichael, who announced the Good Governance Awards winners 2024.

Christmas is a really important time of the year for charities when it comes to fundraising. The Charities Regulator is encouraging people to check the national register of charities before they donate to make sure they are giving to a registered charity.

A proven wrap around support programme for teenage parents is to be evolved and expanded into a new service for young parents, in response to changing needs of at risk families.

Game Changer, a new project aimed at raising awareness and action through sport to tackle Domestic, Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (DSGBV) has been launched.

Barnardos has launched its 2023 annual report which reflects the reality for vulnerable children living in Ireland, with a 25% increase in the numbers supported, and a waiting list of more than 2,000. The charity is also setting out its priority asks for a new government in election 2025.

Now in its 20th year, the Our World Awards is a simple and flexible platform for 3rd to 6th class primary school pupils and their teachers to learn how Irish Aid, the Government’s International Development Programme, is working with partners around the world to create a fairer, safer and more sustainable world through the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Ruhama is thrilled to be announced the winner of the Charity of the Year 2024 at the Charity Institute of Ireland Charity Excellence Awards in October. Ruhama is a national NGO supporting women impacted by prostitution and human trafficking for the purpose of sexual exploitation.