Appointed as a senator by Enda Kenny in 2011, she is a Canadian-born academic and feminist. She is a co-founder of an Cosán, a community education centre, and has been an active campaigner for equal rights for same-sex couples. She was a prominent voice in the recent marriage referendum.

Because I have worked for 30 years in my community promoting equality, opportunity and fairness as an educator, entrepreneur and public representative.

Focusing on progressive policies that will allow everyone to reach their full potential through high-quality jobs, access to education and equality in opportunity.

Campaign to increase household incomes, strengthen communities, invest in education, create jobs and offer more opportunity to young people.