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Nathan's story: "When hope felt lost, I called"
Nathan's reason for taking on a 24-Hour Challenge for Samaritans is deeply personal.
- 16th July 2024
- Blog
- Ireland
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Samaritans in Ireland answer 5 Million calls during 10 years of freephone
Samaritans volunteers across Ireland have answered more than five million calls since the helpline number became free to call 10 years ago.
- 16th May 2024
- Press release
- News story
- Blog
- Ireland
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Ashling's story: "Running a marathon is a great opportunity to do something for a good cause!"
Inspired by a family member, Ashling from Cork is running a marathon to fundraise for Samaritans.
- 21st March 2024
- Blog
- Ireland
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Samaritans Ireland pays tribute to friend and supporter Charlie Bird
Samaritans volunteers across Ireland are heartbroken by the news that its supporter and friend Charlie Bird has passed away.
- Ireland
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Rita's story: "If I hadn't called Samaritans..."
Mum-of-one Rita hopes that talking about her experience as a Samaritans caller will reduce stigma and encourage other people to reach out when they’re struggling.
- 19th February 2024
- Blog
- Ireland
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Samaritans' Longest Night: Buildings across Ireland to light up green | Samaritans Ireland
Hundreds of corporate and landmark buildings will light up green to show their support for Samaritans this December 21st.
- 20th November 2023
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- Press release
- Blog
- Ireland
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Stigma of self-harm impacts on everyday life - Samaritans Ireland research
New research from Samaritans Ireland has found the stigma towards people who self-harm can impact on their ability to rent an apartment, find a job or enter a new relationship.
- 30th March 2023
- Press release
- Ireland
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Over 140 buildings light up for Samaritans Longest Night
A staggering 140 heritage sites, public buildings and companies joined a national campaign to raise awareness of Samaritans in Ireland this Christmas.
- 22nd December 2022
- Press release
- Ireland