Social Justice Ireland is an independent social justice think tank.
We provide independent social analysis and evidence-based policy proposals, with the aim of creating a sustainable future for every member of society and for society as a whole. In all of this, we focus on human rights and the common good.
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BudgetThe Cash Transfer Experiment
Young people leaving the care system often face significant challenges as they transition to adulthood. Without family support or financial safety nets, many experience unstable housing, unemployment, mental health difficulties, and increased risk of homelessness. In response to these challenges, researchers at the Policy Institute at King's College London investigated whether direct, unconditional cash transfers could improve outcomes for care leavers. This study forms part of a growing body of research examining whether simple financial support, provided without any strict conditions, can help individuals achieve greater stability and wellbeing. Cash transfer programmes have been widely used internationally as anti-poverty tools, and…
Earth's climate increasingly out of balance
Social Justice Matters Podcast - Renting on the Island of Ireland with Stephen Morrison, Housing Rights and Gareth Redmond, Threshold
Blanket solutions to increasing energy costs are not going to protect those most impacted by rising prices
Measuring Progress 2026 – Environment Index
Measuring Progress 2026 - Society Index
The Society Index is computed by combining 8 SDGs to capture the theme of social inclusion. The 8 SDGs that are included in the society index are: no poverty (SDG 1), zero hunger (SDG 2), good health and wellbeing (SDG 3), quality education (SDG 4), gender equality (SDG 5), reduced inequality (SDG 10), peace…
Thought for the day
“True generosity consists precisely in fighting to destroy the causes which nourish false charity.”
Older Workers in Ireland’s Labour Market
Social Justice Matters Podcast - Ciáran Nugent on Labour market outcomes of third level graduates in high-income EU members
Rising poverty rates shows the need to urgently address income adequacy
Over one in eight people were living in poverty in 2025. Behind this data from the Survey on Income and Living Conditions is the lived reality for people and households across the country. Struggling to make ends meet on fixed or low incomes and trying to cope with ongoing impact of the rising cost of household…
POLICY AND DATA ANALYST – CONTRACT
Role Description
Social Justice Ireland is seeking a skilled part-time Policy and Data Analyst to contribute to a project requiring data analysis. The successful candidate will work with structured datasets and organisational information to produce clear analysis, identify trends, and…
Measuring Progress 2026 – Economy Index
Addressing poverty in the EU
Irish Households Becoming More Savvy About Internet Security in 2025
Social Justice Matters Podcast - Ber Grogan and Carol Baumann, Simon Communities Of Ireland on Older Adult Homelessness in Ireland