“The greatness of the story of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul is the witness of those men and women who became real friends with the poor.”

The European Union has to become a caring Union, looking out for the socially deprived, Social Justice Ireland tells Oireachtas Joint Committee on the Future of the European Union.

Social Justice Ireland (SJI) stated that Budget 2018 has given modest improvements for some but failed to get to grips with the scale of the crises needing to be addressed.

“A real republic will stand for social justice and for equality. Social Justice Ireland calls on leadership from all sectors of Irish society to become part of a debate on a new social contract for a new century,” said Dr Seán Healy.

"Shocking to learn that people in prison spend so much time locked in their cell" - Joanne O’Riordan at the launch of 'Developing Inside: Transforming Prison for Young Adults'.

“We now have a large number of people suffering from stress and anxiety, feeling forgotten by successive government agencies” - SVP.

Calls for assistance to the SVP’s regional offices have increased by over 100% since 2009.

Social Justice Ireland critical of the “democratic deficit” in the EU and Ireland.

Futures based on the primacy of the market are not likely to be just or fair warns SJI.

New study reveals disturbing levels of poverty and deprivation in seven EU countries.

Faith communities bring a deep understanding of social needs - Bishop Treanor.

Conference to discuss faith contribution to public debate on social need.

Bishops and Catholic groups appeal for an end to devastating austerity policies.