COPE Galway

19/06/2026

Has your decision to leave or remain in an unsafe home been influenced by the availability of somewhere to live?
Complete this anonymous survey to help inform the government on how to make housing safer for women and children.

👉 Complete the survey - tinyurl.com/SafeHousingSurvey
hashtag for taking part.

This study is led by Dr Janine McGinn and Noreen Henry from . is working with them to ensure survivor input and provide trauma informed and follow up support.
The project is funded by .
For more information about this survey, email the researchers at [email protected] and/or [email protected].

17/06/2026

A huge 💙 to the six incredible women who took part in the VHI and fundraised for COPE Galway.
You laced up your runners, showed real dedication in putting in the miles, and rallied your friends, family and colleagues behind you, raising an amazing €1,903 for our services! These vital funds will help support people in our community through some of their toughest moments.
Thank you for supporting COPE Galway and helping us continue our work in the community. Your dedication and generosity bring hope and help people move from crisis to safety and stability.

16/06/2026

and make a real impact for people in our community who are facing homelessness.

We’re hiring Project Workers to join COPE Galway .

You’ll work closely with families and/or individuals, providing practical support and assistance, helping them to access essential services and to move out of homelessness and into sustainable housing. This is hands-on, meaningful work where you can make a real difference every day.

If you’re compassionate, resilient, and want to support people through challenging times, we’d love to hear from you.

📍 Galway City.
📄 Multiple roles available.

Apply now: copegalway.ie/careers

12/06/2026

What an incredible day of courage, community and generosity. Every single person who stepped off the edge helped make a real difference for individuals and families supported by our services. We were blown away by the energy on the day, the team spirit, the costumes, the encouragement from the sidelines, and of course the amazing fundraising effort behind it all.

A massive 💙 to all participants, supporters, donors, and everyone who helped make it happen. You’ve helped turn a challenge into real impact. Thank you for for COPE Galway.

If you haven't yet, donate today and help our brave abseilers reach their fundraising goal.
👉 Donate here - events.copegalway.ie/abseil

09/06/2026

Wishing our the very best of luck tomorrow!

64 brave people, across 16 teams, are taking part in the 2026 for COPE Galway. From 10am to 5pm, the teams will abseil down building to raise vital funds for homeless, domestic abuse and senior support services in Galway.

A huge to every person and company taking part this year. If you’re nearby, do come along and join us in cheering them on.
You can also support the teams or the event by making a donation: tinyurl.com/COPEGalwayAbseil26

Sharing photos or videos from the day?
Use and tag COPE Galway.

07/06/2026

Are you being subjected to domestic abuse? Are you concerned for concerned about someone you know?
Our offers a that is available 24 hours, everyday. Call us anytime, day or night, to speak with someone who will listen, believe, and support you.

📞 Call 091 565 985 (available 24/7)
When you are ready to talk, we are ready to listen.

If you are in immediate danger, please call the Gardaí on 999 or 112.

👉 . Someone you know may need this.

05/06/2026

We are pleased to share our 2026–2028.
This strategy marks the first phase of a ten-year organisational journey. It sets out how we will lead societal change and respond to growing challenges faced by people in our community, from homelessness and domestic abuse to isolation among older people.

Over the next three years, we will focus on:
✨ & – Being an impact-oriented organisation, whose work is evidence-based and underpinned by trauma-informed practice.
📊 & – Being a learning organisation that evidences the social and economic impact of our services and interventions.
💡 & – Strengthening our policy-influencing capacity, driving prevention and innovation.

is for a community where every person is safe, connected and has the opportunity to thrive.

We are grateful to everyone whose input helped shape this strategy, especially our clients, staff, volunteers and partners.
Read the full strategy – 🔗 copegalway.ie/strategy

04/06/2026

Violence against women is at crisis point.
As a member of the Observatory on , we are calling for urgent, sustained action to end violence against women and girls.
The upcoming review is a critical moment for Ireland to demonstrate real progress and commitment.
Our priority is clear: a fully resourced 4th National Strategy on domestic, sexual and gender based violence. The current strategy is coming to an end, and survivors cannot wait.
Every agency has a role to play and must be held accountable.


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If you or someone you care about is experiencing domestic abuse, you are not alone. Please call our 24/7 :
📞 091 565 985 (24 hours

If you are in immediate danger, call the Gardaí 999 or 112.

02/06/2026

We’re honoured to partner with Betsy Cornwell to organise two retreats for women who are . If you know a woman – friend, family, colleague or neighbour – who might benefit, .
Options available for both in-person and online retreats.
More info and sign up - copegalway.ie/retreat

31/05/2026

A better life starts with one moment of support, one open door, one person choosing to help. That person could be you.
Today in Galway, too many families and individuals are impacted by the homelessness crisis, domestic abuse continues to devastate lives, and older people still face loneliness and isolation.

Your support helps a family, woman, child, or older person in our community take steps toward a better life.

💟 €25 can provide essential supplies in a crisis.
💟 €60 can help a family move into their own home.
💟 €120 can support home visits for an older person who is isolated.

Donate today and help us be there when it matters most.
🔗copegalway.ie/springappeal

Your support helps people in Galway facing homelessness, domestic abuse, and loneliness find safety, support, and hope. Donate today.