Free, monthly, in-person peer support group with other survivors of sexual violence and domestic abuse who understand and ‘get it’ in Galway

Survivor Support Group.

A safe space to connect with fellow survivors of sexual violence and domestic who understand and 'get it'.

In-person peer support group in Galway City for survivors to connect with and meet other survivors who understand and 'get it' through shared lived experience. For adult women affected by sexual violence and domestic abuse, once per month in a safe, supportive and survivor-led space.

What to Expect:

Safe & intentionally small space Small groups of up to 10 survivors and two trained peer-facilitators with lived experience.

Lightly structured Two trained peer-facilitators, who are survivors themselves, gently guide each group, with space for organic conversation and connection.

Participant-led You don’t have to share, and never in detail. In fact, many people choose to simply listen at their first group and still walk away having gained something from the group. Our groups work in headlines, not in the details of what happened to you.

Shared group guidelines All participants follow our shared group guidelines, ensuring these spaces remain respectful and safe for all.

Secure, discreet, accessible, and neutral venue Our venues are kept private and discreet. There’s no signage outside that would indicate to anyone what you’re going to. Exact location details are shared privately after registration and during our short 15-minute Introductory Call.

Venue parking and transport Parking is free of charge, and the venue is close to public transport.

Intentionally informal It's completely normal to feel nervous before your first support group. Participants are welcomed by one of our peer-facilitators and offered tea/ coffee to help you settle in. You can expect a calm, non-formal setting.

We look forward to welcoming you (spaces are limited to 10 max. per group). 🧡

📍Galway City (exact location shared privately after registration*).

Further support and resources

Find out more about what to expect by visiting ‘What to Expect’ on our website, or visit ‘Connect with Survivors’ for other support offerings.

Registration

*After you register, and if you’re a first-time participant, we’ll email you to arrange a short introductory call with a member of the Beyond Surviving team. This informal 15-minute conversation is so you can hear about us and decide for yourself whether it is right for you. It’s a conversation about us, not an assessment of you.

This is also an opportunity for us to get to know one another, explain a little more about Beyond Surviving and answer any questions you may have.

If you are a returning participant, you won’t have to do the introductory call again.

Places in all our groups are offered in registration order, so there may be a wait for a group in your area. We also host online Survivor Tea & Chats every Wednesday evening from 7 - 7:45pm - you can register to join us there too.

Safety and governance

**All peer-facilitators and those in close contact with vulnerable adults have been Garda Vetted through the National Vetting Bureau.

***Beyond Surviving is not a frontline crisis service. If you need urgent help now, contact the 24/7 National Rape Crisis Helpline on 1800 77 88 88, for emergency services call 999/112, or contact the 24hr Domestic Abuse National Freephone Helpline on 1800 341 900.

Beyond Surviving is a registered charity in Ireland (RCN: 20206738 (https://beyondsurviving.ie/governance/)).

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