16 Days of Action: Day 1: Our Services
Jennifer Murphy of Cuanlee Refuge gives an outline of the services available here at Cuanlee and what to expect on admission or when you first make contact with our service.
Category: NEWS
Cuanlee calls for domestic violence leave to help women in refuge
Our Social Worker, Caithríona O’ Neill speaks to Sarah Horgan of the Evening Echo to discuss how businesses can support staff who are experiencing domestic abuse.
In 2018, New Zealand passed legislation granting 10 days paid leave to anyone experiencing domestic abuse.
Following from the standard set by New Zealand, Caithríona reflects how business in Ireland can support their staff, especially during this difficult time when domestic abuse is increasing.
However, New Zealand are not the only ones who have recognised the impact of domestic abuse in the workplace.
In 2019, Vodafone launched a Domestic Violence Policy, to support all employees who have been affected by domestic abuse.
The comprehensive policy offers additional time off, counselling, financial support and also aims to train managers so they can best support employees who may be experiencing domestic violence.
Domestic Abuse during Covid-19
Our Social Worker, Caithríona O’ Neill talks to Neil Prendeville about the rise of domestic abuse during Covid-19.
Still Here
Support is still available to anyone who needs it. https://www.stillhere.ie/ gives details of domestic and sexual abuse services throughout the country, as well as support services for people under 18, older people and those with disabilities. You are not alone, we are all still here
Still Here
Staying at home is not safe for everyone. If you are experiencing domestic abuse please reach out. Services across the country remain open, we are all still here to help. You can contact Cuanlee’s 24h helpline on 021-4277698