Maurice O’Connell
Maurice O’Connell is an abuse survivor and advocate for the rights of those who suffered in institutional care in Ireland. He has actively participated in consultations and discussions aimed at reforming policies to support survivors of child abuse. O’Connell's efforts have contributed to the establishment of support systems, and he has been vocal about the need for meaningful change in the treatment and recognition of abuse survivors.
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Recent news mentions
Maurice O’Connell, the great-great-great-grandnephew of Daniel O’Connell, expressed the need for a renewed search for O’Connell's missing heart.
Anniversary of birth of Irish hero Daniel O’Connell rekindles mystery of missing heart | Ireland
United Kingdom· 2025-08-07
Maurice O’Connell described Michael O'Brien as 'disgusted' with the recommendations of the Supports for Survivors of Residential Abuse Bill.
Former mayor of Clonmel who became an advocate for survivors of clerical abuse – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-05-03
Abuse survivor Maurice O’Connell expressed deep emotional pain after watching Michael O’Brien's powerful testimony.
Abuse survivors pay tribute to Michael O’Brien and his ‘powerful’ RTÉ testimony on child sex abuse – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-23
