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.
Socioeconomy
Income Distribution
Taxation
Work
Housing
Healthcare
Education
Public Services
People and Participation
Sustainability
Rural Development
Global South
BudgetHow care, rights and inclusion must evolve in a changing world
Care was a big topic in 2024: questions were asked about exactly what it is, who needs it, who deserves it, who provides it and how they should all be supported. With demographic change in the years ahead, the demands on our system of care will change. Public policy is required to address questions posed by demographic change and the need for sustainable and equitable provision of care.
Care embodies a fundamental pillar of human dignity and societal progress. It is a concept and an action, transcending mere assistance. The provision of care encompasses a wide spectrum of activities, ranging from care of self, the nurturing of familial and community relationships through to housing and food systems as well as healthcare and…
Social Justice Matters Podcast - Marianna Baggio on 'Out of the shadows: understanding and formalising undeclared care work in the EU'
An Alternative Wellbeing Framework for a Fairer Future
A Limited Perspective: Gaps in the Government’s 2025 Wellbeing Framework
World Inequality Report 2026
Social Justice Matters Podcast - Dr. Naomi Feely on responses to Child Poverty
Dr. Naomi Feely is Policy Director with the Children's Rights Alliance. She chats with Susanne Rogers about two recent documents related to measures tackling Child Poverty in Ireland. Breaking the Cycle: New Measures in Budget 2026 to Address Child Poverty and Promote Well-being and Anois an tAm: Breaking…
Thought for the day
“People do not value sunsets because they cannot pay for them”
The True Scale of Social Housing Demand in Ireland
The Human Freedom Index 2025: A Global Picture of Liberty
An international protection process that is fair, timely, and humane is not only achievable, but also essential
The central message from the Roundtable on Migrations in Our Common Home’s latest policy brief is an international protection process that is fair, timely and humane is not only achievable, but also essential. Ireland’s international protection system is at a critical juncture. The country’s decision to opt…
Care in a Changing World - Conference
On Wednesday, 12th November 2025, Social Justice Ireland held our Annual Social Policy Conference. This year's Conference was on the theme 'Care in a Changing World'. Our 2025 Social Policy Conference brought together voices from across the care landscape — carers, advocates, policymakers and…
Social Europe in an Uncertain World
SETU & SJI invite learners to access standalone modules from the MA in Social Justice and Public Policy
Statement from Social Justice Ireland on the passing of Sr Brigid Reynolds
Christmas Wishes
