Increase In Clare Men Seeking Help For Rape And Sexual Abuse

There’s been an increase in the number of men from Clare seeking help for rape and sexual abuse.

Rape Crisis Mid-West, which has re-opened its Ennis office after a funding shortfall caused it to close for a time, says more men are coming forward with reports of childhood abuse. 

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There’s also been a rise in the number of men in their 20s who’ve experienced recent sexual assault.

Verena Tarpey, Fundraising Manager with Rape Crisis Midwest says more men are realising the service isn’t just for women.