Over 21,000 domestic violence calls were made to gardaí so far this year, according to garda figures, an increase on the same period last year.
Over the last number of years, there has been a year-on-year increase in the number of people contacting gardaí about domestic violence.
Last year, gardaí received 65,000 domestic violence calls, a rise of over 10,000 compared to 2023.
There have been 52 prosecutions for coercive control since the beginning of January 2019.
Since the offence of non-fatal strangulation was introduced in November 2023, there has been 67 prosecutions - 58 relating to domestic abuse.
Gardaí say that non-fatal strangulation is a leading indicator of escalating violence in a relationship.
They warned that strangulation can lead to death within 60 seconds.
There have been 12 prosecutions for the new offence of stalking, six of which are related to domestic abuse.
On 'Go Purple Day', gardaí are encouraging people who may be currently suffering Domestic, Sexual or Gender Based Violence to contact them.
The aim of 'Go Purple Day' is to help raise awareness about domestic abuse and the support services that are available.
Gardaí are reminding the public that help is always available, and no one should suffer in silence.
