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
BudgetA Limited Perspective: Gaps in the Government’s 2025 Wellbeing Framework
The Government’s report Understanding Life in Ireland: The Well-being Framework 2025 opens by stating that the “framework provides a high-level holistic overview of how our country is doing, economically, environmentally, and socially,” while also acknowledging that “these indicators are partial reflections of the totality of life experiences and they cannot include all data on life in Ireland.” While it is true that no framework can capture everything, the wellbeing framework was designed to provide a robust, comprehensive picture of societal progress - one that reflects lived experiences, highlights inequalities, and ensures that no one is left behind. When progress is assessed primarily through aggregated…
World Inequality Report 2026
Social Justice Matters Podcast - Dr. Naomi Feely on responses to Child Poverty
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…
Thought for the day
“If men could learn from history, what lessons it might teach us! But passion and party blind our eyes, and the light which experience gives is a lantern on the stern, which shines on the waves behind us!”
Care in a Changing World - Conference
Social Europe in an Uncertain World
SETU & SJI invite learners to access standalone modules from the MA in Social Justice and Public Policy
Applications are open for learners who wish to audit independent modules from the MA in Social Justice and Public Policy.
This option is particularly suitable for learners who want to explore university-level learning without the pressure of completing a full programme of study; want to engage in personal and…
Statement from Social Justice Ireland on the passing of Sr Brigid Reynolds
It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Sr Brigid Reynolds, co-founder and former joint CEO of Social Justice Ireland.
Sr Brigid’s life and work serve as an example of dedicated commitment to human dignity, social justice and the common good. Brigid’s steadfast advocacy combined…
Christmas Wishes
Demographic projections and implications for policy
Future Forty: Climate Change and the Green Transition
Social Justice Matters Podcast - Launch of Poverty Focus 2025
