Nevin is a disability activist with a background in journalism. She ran in the local elections earlier this year and was involved in the campaign to repeal the Eighth Amendment. Her priorities are the cost of living crisis, social justice, and climate change.

I decided to run to bring a voice to those who feel forgotten – from people with disabilities and their Carers to families struggling with housing and healthcare. My own challenges with healthcare and housing made me see the need for representatives who genuinely understand these issues. I’m running to push for a fairer future, where the needs of all communities, particularly in rural constituencies like my own, are prioritised.

The housing crisis is the civil rights issue of this generation. Too many are locked out of homeownership or stuck on waiting lists, impacting everything from mental health to economic stability. Solving it requires real affordability, accountability, and swift action to build sustainable, inclusive communities.

My first speech would focus on securing a sustainable, fair future for our children. We need climate action, affordable housing, quality healthcare, robust mental health support, and an inclusive education system to build a society where the next generation can thrive. Addressing these issues now means our children will inherit an Ireland of opportunity, not crisis.