ALONE and Social Justice Ireland believe that all individuals should be supported to age well in the community, and that this should be government’s overarching policy goal for an ageing…
The services and infrastructure needed in a country depends in large part on the make-up of its population. The profile of Ireland’s population is changing, and this requires a bespoke policy…
According to Census 2022, there were 1,048,985 people aged 60+ living in Ireland on Census night, an increase of 19.7 per cent on Census 2016. Looking ahead, CSO projections show the population aged…
‘An End to Poverty in Europe?’ reviews the social situation in the 27 EU member states and makes some proposals and recommendations for a more sustainable and inclusive future. This report…
The findings of ‘An End to Poverty in Europe’ show that whilst economic trends may present a particular picture, an analysis of social trends across EU Member States shows that the lived experience…
This section of our National Social Monitor: The Future Starts Now: Policies for the Next Generation looks briefly at health issues for young people. Access to Mental Health…
In Ireland, the National Policy Framework for Children and Young People and the commitment to youth participation through structures such as Comhairle na nÓg and the EU Youth Dialogue provide a…
Liam O'Sullivan works as the CEO of Care Alliance Ireland. He holds professional qualifications in Social Work, Youth and Community Work and Social Research. His work with Care Alliance since 2004…
People should be assured of the required treatment and care in times of illness or vulnerability. The standard of care is dependent to a great degree on the resources made available, which in turn…
We launched our socio-economic review for 2026 on Monday, 27th April 2026. This socio-economic review for 2026 presents ideas and proposals which would enable Ireland to respond to current challenges…
