Drogheda, Co. Louth
Drogheda Women & Children’s Refuge (DWCR) has today published its Annual Report 2025, highlighting the significant impact of its services and the growing demand for support for women, children and young people affected by domestic abuse across Drogheda and East Meath.
The report shows that during 2025, DWCR provided support to hundreds of women and children through refuge, outreach, court accompaniment and specialist children’s services.
Key achievements from 2025 include:
- 755 crisis calls answered, an 18% increase on the previous year.
- 316 women supported through more than 10,647 interventions.
- 75 women and 72 children provided with refuge accommodation and safety from abuse.
- 3,812 interventions delivered to children and young people.
- 753 legal and court interventions provided, helping secure 78 court orders to enhance safety and protection.
- 816 housing interventions delivered to support access to safe and sustainable accommodation.
- 370 child protection referrals made to safeguard children at risk.
- 206 individuals participated in education and awareness programmes, while 135 professionals received specialist domestic abuse training.
The report also highlights significant trends in the experience of those accessing services, including a 79% increase in reports of coercive control, a 39% increase in women seeking refuge from an abusive partner, and an 86% increase in mothers accessing the Parent Support Clinic.
Commenting on the report, Susan Keogh, CEO of Drogheda Women & Children’s Refuge, said:
“Our Annual Report demonstrates both the impact of our services and the increasing demand for specialist domestic abuse supports in our region. Behind every intervention is an individual or family seeking safety, support and a pathway towards recovery. While we are proud of the support provided throughout 2025, the report also highlights the urgent need for increased refuge capacity and continued investment in services for women and children affected by domestic abuse.”
Despite the organisation’s efforts, demand for refuge accommodation continued to exceed available capacity, with 429 women and 304 children unable to access refuge accommodation during the year, largely due to a lack of available space.
DWCR extends its sincere thanks to its staff, volunteers, funders, community partners and supporters whose commitment helped make this work possible.
Read the report