SVP Radio (Ireland)

In this SVP Radio special episode we take a look ahead to Budget 2025. Stephen Daly speaks to Chair of SVP's Social Justice Committee, Nessan Vaughan, and Research & Policy Officers Marcella Stakem and Niamh Dalziel.SVP has been at the forefront of some huge social justice changes in recent budgets, and this year the Society has more recommendations that we would hope to see the Government implement.In this podcast, we discuss the need for Poverty Act, and address recommendations on the challenges facing society in the areas of climate change, energy poverty and housing. For more information, email sjnetwork@svp.ie.

Brendan Hennessy is a National Member Support Development Officer, who has been with SVP for over 20 years. Brendan shares his thought-provoking insights, covering a variety of topics, including the importance of kindness, social justice advocacy, ethos, empathy and upcoming challenges.  Thanks for taking the time to listen, we hope you enjoy it. Please email feedback about the podcast to membersupport@svp.ie.

Mairead McGurren, Regional President for the North West, talks about what it’s like leading a region. Mairead discusses several topics including the organisational strategy, balancing work & volunteering, succession planning and celebrating Members. Thanks for taking the time to listen, we hope you enjoy it.

Ann Irwin from St John’s Conference in Coleraine talks about her experience with SVP and what’s it’s like to be an Area President. She’ll soon finish up her 5-year term as Area President for North Antrim and East Derry.  Thanks for taking the time to listen, we hope you enjoy it.  Please email feedback about the podcast to membersupport@svp.ie.

Ella Kavanagh from St Ciarans, Knocknaheeny & Sundays Well in Cork city talks about her experience with SVP and what’s it’s like to be a Conference President.  Thanks for taking the time to listen, we hope you enjoyed it. Please email feedback about the podcast to membersupport@svp.ie.  

John Lupton, National Vice President for Members speaks about the importance of home visitation and why it remains central to the work of SVP. John’s passion for his volunteer work, his stories and his insight will likely resonate with new and existing Members. Please send feedback about the podcast to membersupport@svp.ie.