The Commission of Investigation into the Handling of Historical Child Sexual Abuse in Schools has been set up to examine how concerns of child sexual abuse were handled by schools and those responsible for schools.

The Commission’s work has three main parts:

1. Survey
2. Investigation
3. Survivor Engagement Programme

For further details on the Commission of Investigation please visit their website at www.commissionofinvestigation.ie

One in Four are providing dedicated participation support to people who are considering taking part in the Commission’s first phase. This phase involves completing a survey on experiences or information related to historical child sexual abuse in schools.

The Survey Participation Support Service will include:

• Assistance in making an informed decision about whether to participate
• Answering practical questions about how to complete the survey in Autumn 2026
• Assisting those with additional needs to participate
• Providing clear information about what participation involves
• Providing information about other supports available, including emotional and psychological supports, where required

You can contact One in Four’s Survey Participation Support Service:

By phone: (01) 611 4654

By email: [email protected]