Support and Solidarity for victims of abuse
The Rockwell College Union stands in solidarity with the victims of abuse while attending Rockwell and any of the spiritan schools. While the cases of abuse may have gone from the front pages of the newspapers and Radio/TV features, we at the Union still have this at the forefront of our minds and recognise that you need our support.
We stand united, hearts intertwined in empathy and compassion. We recognise the pain you've endured, and we are here to affirm that you are not alone on this journey to healing.
The Rockwell College Union community strive for a world where abuse has no place, where survivors find solace, and where justice prevails. May your resilience remind us all of the power of the human spirit and the capacity to transform pain into strength.
We promise to stand by you and we would encourage any past pupil who has been victim of abuse to come forward and know that they Rockwell College Union is here for you, please get in touch by email to president@rockwellcollgeunion.com
Your contact with be treated in strictest confidence.
Ross Thompson (Class of 1988)
Rockwell College Union President 2023/2024
Additionally, we would direct you to the following links that may provide you with alternatives should you wish to avail of them.
Spiritan Safeguarding Office Spiritan Order: https://spiritan.ie/safeguarding/ Liam Lally (0868312987) Liam.lally@spiritanplt.ie
The Safeguarding Office Letter
Tim Chapman Restorative Justice Process: Email: info@timchapman.eu
One In Four: One in Four supports people who have experienced sexual violence during childhood. http://oneinfour.ie/
Tel: 01 662 4070
National Board for Safeguarding Children in the Catholic Church in Ireland (NBSCCCI): www.safeguarding.ie
353 (0)1 5053124
Local Garda Station: http://www.garda.ie/Stations/Default.aspx
Tusla: The Child and Family Agency https://www.tusla.ie/services/
Northern Ireland Contact your local Police Station: www.psni.police.uk Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety (DHSSPS) www.dhsspsni.gov.uk/childprotection_guidance