
Social Justice Ireland
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Independent think tank, justice advocacy org, tackling causes of society's problems. Join Us: socialjustice.ie/members
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Ireland’s first National Climate Risk Assessment is here — and it's a wake-up call. EPA Ireland identifies 115 risks across all sectors of our economy, society, and environment. 43 are deemed significant risks and demand urgent action. Read more - socialjustice.ie/article/nation…




Fairness must be at the heart of #Budget2026. #Ireland is wealthier than ever—yet: - 630,000 live in #poverty, 190,000 of whom are children - 15,500+ are in emergency accommodation It's time for a progressive Budget that delivers real change. Read more - socialjustice.ie/article/time-p…

Parliamentary Budget Office's paper on Social Insurance Fund flags key risks to its long-term #sustainability. As #Ireland faces demographic changes & economic fluctuations, we must rethink how we finance vital supports like pensions & #welfare. Read more: socialjustice.ie/article/challe…

Want to influence public policy for a more just & inclusive society? 🌍 Apply now for the MA in Social Justice and Public Policy (part-time, 2 years) at South East Technological University in partnership with Social Justice Ireland. 🗓️ Deadline: 15 August 2025 🔗 Learn more: setu.ie/courses/ma-in-…

We had the opportunity to present our Sustainable Progress Index 2025 before the Joint Committee on #EU Affairs Houses of the Oireachtas - Tithe an Oireachtais. We shared key findings, discussed #Ireland's progress on the #SDGs & highlighted where more ambition is needed. Watch here: oireachtas.ie/en/debates/deb…


We were pleased to take part in yesterday's Joint Committee on Social Protection, Rural & Community Development Houses of the Oireachtas - Tithe an Oireachtais, alongside our colleagues at The Wheel and Simon Communities of Ireland, to discuss our pre-budget priorities ahead of #Budget2026. Watch the discussion here!

In 2023, 94.5mil people across the #EU were at risk of #poverty or social exclusion, of these almost 1mil were in #Ireland. Children (under 18 yrs) accounted for almost 20mil of the EU total and 293,000 of that recorded for Ireland. Read our full analysis: socialjustice.ie/article/povert…

With living costs rising and income gaps widening, now is the time to act. #Ireland’s core social welfare rates fall short of what's needed for a life of dignity. A €25 weekly increase is essential to reduce #poverty & ensure #income adequacy. Read more: socialjustice.ie/article/increa…

On July 24, humanity will have used up all the natural resources #Earth can regenerate this year. We're living beyond our planet's limits and the consequences are growing. To protect our future, we must change how we live, consume, and produce. Read more - socialjustice.ie/article/earth-…

🎙️ #PodcastAlert: Benchmarking Social Welfare We have long advocated that #Government should commit to benchmarking core #socialwelfare rates to average earnings to protect vulnerable households. This 10 minute lesson explains why. Listen here: socialjusticeireland.podbean.com/e/205-sji-10-m…


Loneliness isn’t just a feeling, it’s a public health issue. Affecting people of all ages, the toll on both #mental and #physicalhealth is profound—from heightened heart disease risk to worsening anxiety, depression, and even early mortality. Read more - socialjustice.ie/article/refram…