RCNI was set-up by Rape Crisis Centres (RCCs) in 1985 with the aim of exchanging information, pooling expertise & uniting to reduce levels of sexual violence in Ireland. RCNI role includes the development & coordination of national projects, eg: expert data collection, training & accreditation, strategic services development, supporting RCCs to reach best practice standards, using our expertise to influence national policy & social change, & supporting & facilitating multi-agency partnerships.