Research submissions

We are committed to researching our work with our clients so as to ensure that our approach to psychotherapy and advocacy meets the highest standards. While we have limited internal resources to conduct research, we regularly engage
with the university sector so that academics and research students in the field of sexual violence can have access to our work. We have also included key National Research which informs our work.

One in Four Research

Only a Witness Read more

Public Report 6 : Childrens First

Public Report 5: Ryan Report

Report of the Commission to Inquire into Child Abuse. Includes investigation committee, public hearings, publications, and more. Read more

Public Report 4: Murphy Report

Report by the Commission of Investigation into the Catholic Archdiocese of Dublin, otherwise known as the Ryan Report that took place from 1975 to 2004. Sample of complaints and suspicions of child abuse by priests in the Archdiocese of Dublin, and the response of the church and state authorities. Read more

Public Reports 3: Cloyne Report

Report for Commission of Investigation into the Catholic Diocese. Established in 2006 to investigate the handling of allegations and suspicions of sexual abuse by church and state authorities. Read more

Public Report 2: Roscommon Child Care Case

The report of the Roscommon Child Care Inquiry, chaired by Norah Gibbons. Read more

Public Report 1 : SAVI

Report on sexual abuse and violence in Ireland (SAVI) that was conducted at the Health Services Research Centre, by the Department of Psychology at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI). The study included over 3,000 participants, assessing the prevalence of sexual violence in Ireland. Read more

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Crisis Appeal resources

Our very existence is now under threat. While we receive government funding, we have to raise €400,000 a year to deliver our services. All our fundraising events are cancelled and donations have slowed to a trickle.

Crisis Appeal

URGENT CRISIS APPEAL

The impact of COVID-19 means we will have to reduce our services severely. Only with your help have we any chance of avoiding cuts. Please donate today.

Stay at Home Fundraiser resources

Social Distancing is a new thing for us all, but the right thing to do . Let's try and have some fun, keeping each other safe and finding new ways to have fun , virtually meeting up and helping raise much needed (really needed now) funds for One in Four.

One in Four and COVID-19

A message from Maeve about One in Four and the continuation of our services through the current health pandemic

Maeve Lewis wins Outstanding Contribution to Society Award

Maeve works relentlessly to shine a light on the ubiquitous but hidden problem of child sexual abuse in Ireland

Marie's Marathon Experience

Sometimes we get calls and messages that make our day. Putting a spring in our step was only the start of Marie's Marathon Challenge.

Advocacy Support

COVID 19 has thrown us all into a very different space. . With more time than ever to think and reflect on life, it is likely experiences of child abuse will come to the fore of our minds.

Adult’s experiences of disclosing childhood sexual abuse to child protection services

Significant delays, poor communication and lack of clarity highlighted by adults who have disclosed to child protection services.

Executive Assistant Required

One in Four are now seeking an Executive Assistant. This position will play a key part in ensuring that the organisation’s administrative functions continue to an efficient and expected standard.

URGENT CRISIS APPEAL

The impact of COVID-19 means we will have to reduce our services severely. Only with your help have we any chance of avoiding cuts. Please donate today.

Going that extra Mile ( Across the Atlantic)

One in Four gave me a once in a lifetime opportunity to work in a dynamic setting that has a huge impact on people’s everyday lives.

Martin's Story

Our therapists have a deep understanding of the harm caused by child sexual abuse and its impact across a person’s lifetime.

Annual Report Launch

Our clients were failed by their families and society when they were children. They deserve our timely care and attention now.