Shape the Future of Contraception Access in Ireland – Join a Focus Group

Published: Wednesday, May 21, 2025

The National Women’s Council, in partnership with the Department of Health and Trinity College Dublin, is conducting research into women's experiences, attitudes, and awareness of contraception and the Free Contraception Scheme in Ireland.

This research will help inform policy and service design to ensure contraception is accessible, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of all women in Ireland. As part of this project, we are holding a series of focus groups with specific communities whose voices are essential in shaping the future of sexual and reproductive health policy.

We are currently inviting participants from the following groups:

• Disabled women
• Members of the LGBTQ+ community

Who can take part?
Participants must be:

• Aged 18-35
• Living in Ireland
• Available to attend the focus group online

Focus Group: Disabled Women

We want to hear from disabled women living in Ireland about their experiences and views on contraception.

• Date: Thursday, May 29th
• Time: 6pm
• Location: Online, MS Teams
• How to register: Email Dr Susan Flynn at SFLYNN7@tcd.ie
• Participant Information: https://bit.ly/3YOmPeh

Focus Group: LGBTQ+ Community Members

This session is for members of the LGBTQ+ community living in Ireland.

• Date: Thursday, May 29th
• Time: 11am

• Location: Online

• How to register: https://tcdecon.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_78s8NhyTn62fkcC 

• Participant Information: https://bit.ly/3SOH4oJ