About us
Saoirse has been supporting individuals and families experiencing domestic violence for 20 years.
We provide a range of life-saving and life-changing services –
empowering women and children on their journey to safety and recovery.
Our services
- We work with over 500 families across South Dublin and West Wicklow each year.
- We offer domestic violence refuge and safe house accommodation to women and their children.
- We offer specialised support services to families affected by domestic violence.
- We engage with communities to educate and challenge perceptions of domestic violence, focusing on prevention and awareness.
- We campaign and advocate for social change, legislation, and government policies to address the crime of domestic violence
Our approach
- Our vision is a society where domestic violence and abuse are never tolerated or silenced – empowering women and children to live in safety, free from fear.
- We make a difference by empowering clients to speak up and seek help, whether they’re leaving an abusive relationship or striving for safety within it.
- We provide a non-judgmental environment where clients are listened to, believed, and respected.
- Our commitment to confidentiality and adherence to legal guidelines ensure a safe and supportive space for all.
Theoretical frameworks that inform our practice
- Duluth Model (placing accountability for abuse on the perpetrator)
- Bronfenbrenner Eco Systems Theory (an individual's development is shaped by interconnected environmental systems)
- Patriarchal Theory (the impact of men's societal power)
- Family Systems Theory (each family member's behavior is interconnected and affects the entire system)
- Attachment Theory (how early emotional bonds influence how we form relationships)
- Control Theory
Supporting, advocating, and raising awareness to achieve our vision of a society where domestic violence is never tolerated.
From opening our first refuge in Tallaght 20 years ago, to becoming one of Ireland’s largest domestic violence charities.
The people working tirelessly to achieve our mission and support families experiencing domestic violence.
