In 2024, the issue of sexual violence against women in Ireland has gained significant attention, with leaders acknowledging it as an epidemic. Sinn Féin’s Mary Lou McDonald and Minister for Justice Helen McEntee emphasized the need for awareness and action to combat this pressing problem. Activists like Rachel Morrogh of the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre are urging the government to equip teachers with tools to educate children on consent and healthy relationships. With a substantial portion of the population affected by sexual violence, there is a growing demand for training and societal change.

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