Michael O'Connell

Dublin

My registration fee and fundraising will help provide

45 helpline hours

12 crisis counselling sessions

5 therapy sessions

Support my walk to help stop suicide

On Saturday, 9th of May, I’ll be taking part in Darkness Into Light 2026. This is a walk that holds deep meaning for so many people, myself included.  

I’m walking to show support for those who are struggling right now, to honour those we’ve lost, and to help ensure Pieta can continue to be there for people when they need support most. 

Every step I take is for someone who may feel unseen, unheard, or overwhelmed. It’s my way of saying, “You are not alone. Help is available. There is always light, even when it’s hard to see it.” 

If you’re in a position to support my walk, please know that every single euro helps Pieta continue to answer the call and guide people towards hope at some of the darkest moments of their lives. 

Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for being part of this and for supporting me along the way. 

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Received First Donation

I’ve raised €72 to fund 6 helpline calls

I’ve raised €135 to fund 3 crisis therapy sessions

I've raised €250 and unlocked my free beanie

I've raised €500 and unlocked my free hoodie

Fundraising Target Reached

Thank you to my Sponsors

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Plunkett Clarke

Well done Michael

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Anonymous

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Thomas O'shea

Well done gents. Super work. So important.

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Conor Carley

Well done, Michael

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Ryan Dunne

You are the best . Doolin rocks

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Brian Crook

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Ken Havelin

Fair play to you Michael

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Colm Ryan

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Kevin Mccarthy

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Hazel H

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Daryl Purcell

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Damien Brennan

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Helen Murphy

Well done Michael to you Noah and Jacob cause close to our hearts too

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Michael O' Connell

For all who have suffered the agony and pain that led to the incredibly hard decision and action of taking one's own life. And to their loved ones who they left behind. Whose pain will never end until they are once more reunited with their loved ones.

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Bachi

Thank you so much Bachi!

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Fatin

Thank you so much Fatin. I pray for Peace in the Sudan and for your wonderful family ❤️

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Saoirse Purcell

Beat of luck Michael 🍀

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Kate Aherne

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Brian Cooney

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Pete Hass

Fair dues Mike!

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Claire Raymond

Great cause - well done Michael

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Gérard Fenlon

Thanks so much Gérard for supporting

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Stephen Cahill

Great cause, Mickey good on yah

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Dara Mac Domhnaill

C’est de pasta nico in the land of the living deltas

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Marcus .

Thanks so much Marcus

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Conor Murphy

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Michael 0'connell

To All In despair

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Kieran

Best of luck

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Anonymous

"Choose the day and choose the sign of your day The day's divinity, first thing you see."

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Steve

Great cause Michael.

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Seán O'connor

Well done Michael - and to the boys.

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Michael O'connell

Please note, the registration process is in English. If you need support completing registration please reach out to your closest participating venue via the Facebook Group.

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