About US

Mission Statement:

“Wexford Rape Crisis is a client-centred support service for those who have been affected by domestic, sexual or gender-based violence, including women, men, young people (age 12 years upwards) and all persons of different sexual or gender identities”.

Core values underpinning Wexford Rape Crisis:

Violence and sexual abuse in relationships must always be viewed as an abuse of Human Rights. It should not be rationalised or minimised and there must never be an acceptable or tolerable level of violence. Anyone can be a victim of Domestic, Sexual or Gender-based violence, irrespective of age, race, income or employment status.

Underpinning all aspects of the work of Wexford Rape Crisis is an ethos which offers support, empathy and understanding. We provide a non-judgemental, empowering and compassionate service which facilitates healing and recovery.

Aims of Wexford Rape Crisis:

Through our counselling service, advocacy and awareness-raising work, we aim to support our clients by:

Implementing best practice in all we do with survivors of domestic, sexual or gender-based violence
Developing therapeutic relationships
Ensuring survivors have access to services which are responsive and appropriate to their needs
Supporting them to make informed choices
Providing accessible, sensitive, confidential and quality services
Working on behalf of our clientele with other organisations and agencies when appropriate.
Working preventatively in communities through education, media campaigns and public awareness strategies
Monitoring and evaluating our service provision
Ensuring the safeguarding of children in situations of domestic, sexual or gender-based violence.

History:

In 1995 The Wexford Rape & Sexual Abuse Support Service was established as an indirect result of the Kilkenny Incest Investigation, providing a free counselling service for survivors of domestic, sexual or gender-based violence and their families in the Co. Wexford area. The service quickly expanded as more and more survivors sought counselling. With the increased numbers, outreach services were developed in Gorey, Enniscorthy and New Ross.

In 2019, the service was rebranded as Wexford Rape Crisis.

Wexford Rape Crisis is a member of the Managers’ Forum of Rape Crisis.

Our counsellors are professionally qualified and accredited to relevant recognized Accreditation Bodies.

We are also involved in groups/networks such as:

Wexford Domestic Abuse Forum,
Children and Young Person’s Services Committee (CYPSC) for Co Wexford
Children and Young Person’s Services Committee Working group on Young People and Mental Health
Rape Crisis Manager’s Forum
Child and Family Support Network for Co Wexford.

Auditors: BJ Doyle Accountants, 5 Selskar St, Ferrybank South, Wexford, Y35 TH64

Registered Charity Number: CHY 12420

Registered Charity Number 20036324

Company Registration Number: 253585

Wexford Rape Crisis Awarded Triple Lock Standard

The Triple Lock Standard is a mark of excellence awarded to Irish charities that demonstrate the highest standards of transparency, governance, and ethical fundraising.

Overview

The Triple Lock Standard is awarded annually by the Charities Institute Ireland (CII) to charities that meet rigorous benchmarks in three key areas: transparent reporting, good governance, and ethical fundraising. It signals to donors, beneficiaries, and the public that a charity operates with professionalism, integrity, and openness, ensuring contributions are used responsibly and effectively.

Key Criteria:
1. Transparent Reporting: Charities must prepare and publish annual reports and financial statements in full compliance with the Charity SORP (Statement of Recommended Practice under FRS102) or the most appropriate version for their operations. These documents must be publicly accessible on the charity’s website.
2. Good Governance: Triple Lock charities adopt the Charities Governance Code, meeting all core principles and additional standards where applicable. This ensures strong, accountable leadership and ongoing review of policies and procedures .
3. Ethical Fundraising: Charities commit to following the Charities Regulator’s Guidelines for Fundraising from the Public. Staff are trained, and controls are implemented to ensure all fundraising practices are ethical and compliant.

Benefits
1. Trust and Confidence: The Triple Lock symbol reassures donors that the charity is professionally managed, financially accountable, and dedicated to delivering meaningful impact.
Public Recognition: Only a small number of Irish charities achieve this status.

2. Enhanced Credibility: Charities with Triple Lock status demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement in governance, transparency, and fundraising ethic