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Join us to shape the future and build a new, inclusive and reconciled Ireland—together and in person!

Welcome to The Ireland We're Building!

What does a new Ireland look like? And how do we build it together?

Join us for an exciting, open, thoughtful and relaxed conversation on reconciliation, shared futures and the direction of our island, with a panel of voices from across political and civic life.

Let's introduce the Panel...

Claire Hanna MP

Claire is the SDLP Leader and MP for Belfast South and a prominent voice for progressive, pro-European politics on the island of Ireland. Known for her work on reconciliation, equality and social justice, she has been a leading advocate for constructive dialogue on constitutional change and building a shared, inclusive future

Bernadette McAliskey

Bernadette McAliskey is a renowned civil rights campaigner and former MP, internationally recognised for her role in the Northern Ireland civil rights movement. A lifelong advocate for social justice, equality and human rights, she has consistently challenged political power structures and remains an influential voice in debates about democracy, citizenship and building a fairer Ireland.

Emer Currie TD

Emer Currie is a Fine Gael TD for Dublin West, originally from Donaghmore, with a background in law, public policy and local government. She contributes to debates on healthcare, social policy and democratic renewal, bringing a pragmatic perspective to Ireland’s future. The daughter of Austin Currie, a leading civil rights figure and former SDLP MP and Fine Gael TD, she brings a strong civil rights lens to discussions on building a new, inclusive Ireland.

Erin McGreehan TD

Erin McGreehan is a Fianna Fáil TD for Louth and has a strong record of advocacy on education, disability rights and community development. She represents a new generation of political leadership and is engaged in shaping conversations about Ireland’s future grounded in social inclusion and regional balance.

Sinéad O'Neill

Panel Chairperson

Sinéad O’Neill is Vice Chair of the SDLP, a teacher, and a committed advocate for social justice, women’s rights and equality. She has been a strong voice for an all-island women’s healthcare strategy and is passionate about integrated education as a cornerstone of a reconciled new Ireland. She brings a grassroots, rights-based perspective to conversations about constitutional change and shared futures.

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