Chomhbhrón ó chroí ar bhás ár gcara dílis. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. A life dedicated to service of the poor and marginalised. My deepest sympathy on this tragic loss.
Posts by Mark Mellett
Powerful momentum at #MayoSocial. Our ageing population isn’t a problem to fix – it’s a chance to lead with vision. Pleased to feature on RTÉ highlighting the need for smart, sustainable, intergenerational communities with great outcomes for all, old & young.
Watch here: www.rte.ie/news/ireland...
“I don’t need a ride - I need bullets!”
During a time when courageous leadership is in somewhat short supply President Zelenskyy will probably go down as one of the greatest leaders of this decade.
Social connections are the biggest driver of well-being for older people, yet services often prioritise hospitals over home-based support. Ireland needs a place-based, outcome-focused social care model that unites social patriotism, investment, & innovation.
www.irishtimes.com/opinion/2025...
Strengthening connections and exploring sustainable development in Zambia with Green Compass & partners.
Grateful to meet 🇮🇪 Amb HE Bronagh Carr & team
Lovely moment reconnecting with old friends, Fr. Paddy Barry & Fr. Martin Farrell whose service with the SMA is inspiring.
#IrishMissionaryNetwork
Missing since Storm Éowyn, please keep an eye out!
Irish Government urged to increase funding for elderly and vulnerable. @SageAdvocacy, the National independent advocacy service for older people services requires an additional €5.5m over the next three years. Nothing about you without you.
m.independent.ie/irish-news/g...
Pleased with @IIEA support to give some insights about Ireland’s evolving defence priorities, underscoring a need for a cultural/political shift to ensure Ireland’s security in the face of rising geopolitical tension.
#Security #Defence #Multilateralism
www.iiea.com/publications...
Great piece. The irony is that it will be at all our peril if the next government fails to follow the policies of the @greenparty.ie. “The innovator has for enemies all those who have done well under the old conditions, and lukewarm defenders in those who may do well under the new.” Machiavelli.