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
BudgetBudget 2027 - a Budget for the Common Good
A budget directed towards the Common Good must do four things in 2027. It must promote fairness and a more equitable distribution of the economic resources at Government’s disposal. It must protect the most vulnerable and enhance resilience in the face of cost of living pressures, poverty and deprivation. It must address the deficits in our social infrastructure and services, not least of all housing, energy, healthcare and education. Finally, Budget 2027 must also prepare for the future and address the risks posed by an unsustainable fiscal policy.
The Common Good and Fairness
Social Justice Ireland welcomed the progressive profile of Budget 2026 in comparison with previous…
Social Justice Matters Podcast - Rosi Leonard, Friends of the Earth on the Private Wires Bill
Building Better Supports for Ageing Well at Home
Government should prioritise social welfare rates in Budget 2027
Work, Low Pay & Welfare - Budget 2027
Budget 2027 - Education, Children and Families
Investment in education at all levels is essential in Budget 2027. Government must continue to support and integrate new pupils and address issues regarding a shortage of school places, particularly for students with special educational needs. Budget 2027 must prioritise Government commitments on pupil teacher ratios…
Thought for the day
“Happiness lies in the joy of achievement and the thrill of creative effort.
Budget 2027 - Rural Ireland, the Regions and Communities
Budget 2027 and Child Poverty
Social Justice Matters Podcast - Budget Choices 2027
A budget directed towards the Common Good must do four things in 2027. It must promote fairness and a more equitable distribution of the economic resources at Government’s disposal. It must protect the most vulnerable and enhance resilience in the face of cost of living pressures, poverty and deprivation. It must…
Fairness and Changing Income Taxes: A context for Budget 2027
Despite low overall levels of taxation, and historically low effective income taxation rates, reductions in income taxation levels continue to be highlighted as a potential policy reform in pre-budget commentary. Social Justice Ireland’s latest budget policy briefing provides an assessment of the fairness…
Priorities for Taxation Reform in Budget 2027
Cost of living budget
SETU & SJI invite learners to access standalone modules from the MA in Social Justice and Public Policy
Social Justice Matters Podcast - Aoife Kelly-Desmond on Why Judicial Review is Crucial for Social Justice