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ISPCC reports shocking statistics as it launches Christmas appeal

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This press release contains references to sexual abuse, violence and child endangerment and may be distressing to some readers.

“For too many children and young people, Christmas doesn’t mean presents or a happy day full of warmth and safety. Instead, it means abuse, neglect and loneliness. It breaks my heart to know that it can be nothing but a living nightmare for many of our young people across this country. Take a moment to think of all the young people in your community who could be going through this behind closed doors, alone, afraid, feeling unloved."
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Find Christmas fundraisers and events to support Childline this year

Dublin Marathon 2026

Irish Life Dublin Marathon 2026

Register today for the Irish Life Dublin Marathon 2026 and support children and families across Ireland. Apply for a place with us today. Join #TeamChildline for the 2026 Irish Life Dublin Marathon taking place on Sunday 25th October 2026 and support children and families across Ireland.
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Childline Breakfast 2026

Host your own Childline Breakfast at home, in your school, club, crèche, or company and support Ireland’s only 24hr listening service for children and teenagers nationwide. We are asking parents and guardians, teachers and caregivers, employees and employers to sit down together and have breakfast while enjoying some tasty McCambridge bread, all in aid of Childline.
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Paris Marathon 2026

Paris Marathon 2026

Register to take part in the 2026 Paris Marathon and support children and families across Ireland. Apply for a place with ISPCC today.
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Among the services it provides, the ISPCC runs Childline and the National Missing Children’s Hotline.​ The Missing Children’s Hotline provides emotional support and advice to children, parents and carers when a child is missing.

We also provide up to date information on current missing children across Ireland. This information is provided by An Garda Siochana.