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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
- News story
- 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
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Samaritans urging anyone in need this Christmas to reach out
Samaritans will mark the Longest Night of the year to remind those struggling to cope that its helpline is open during their darkest hours this Christmas.
- 20th December 2022
- Press release
- Ireland
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Veteran broadcaster Charlie Bird to extend his 'hand of friendship' to Samaritans and raise awareness of its life-saving work
Veteran broadcaster Charlie Bird has revealed he plans to extend his 'hand of friendship' to Samaritans for its life-saving work.
- 19th October 2022
- Press release
- Ireland