Eoghan Kenny

Support offered by Senator and initial meeting requested::Support for Pre-Budget Submission 2027

To brief Cork Representatives on the work of National Learning Network and to seek their support for a review of the current funding utilisation based funding model. ::To highlight local transport issues for students attending NLN, Hollyhill and seek improved transport options…

Highlighted that assistive technology is a fundamental human right under the UN CRPD ::Showcase the success of initiatives like DAT Central and DAT Works, which supports disabled job seekers and employers in leveraging technology for career entry and advancement.::Advocate for…

Funding for the National Children's Science Centre

To raise the issues of PME Students to the Oireachtas Committee of FHERIS as well as in the Dáil. PME students undertake unpaid placement, their fees are increasing and there is a growing narrative of teachers burning out and not wishing to stay in their jobs long term. My…

To get our budget recommendations on increased investment for Global Citizenship Education and increased ODA included in Budget 2027

To secure political recognition of the strategic value of international students to Ireland and support for policies that strengthen Ireland's position as a leading destination for international education

Seeking funding for mobility instructor posts in order to provide travel training to all students who are vision impaired.

Support from government and opposition TDs in relation to funding for primary and secondary school libraries

For Budget 2027, we are calling for urgent investment to tackle overcrowded classrooms and teacher shortages. For Government to make a commitment to provide 1,000 new teaching posts in 2026/2027. An end to oversized classes, and an end to substitute roles being covered by…

Increase in investment in Global Citizenship Education within Budget 2027

To brief Cork Representatives on the work of National Learning Network and to seek their support for a review of the current funding utilisation based funding model. ::To highlight local transport issues for students attending NLN, Hollyhilll

To secure support for our 'Seizure Safe Schools' campaign, have questions submitted and secure meetings with interested Deputies and Ministers.

To discuss details of the bill and to update the Deputy on how the bill compliments our advocacy for policy changes to support children with epilepsy in the classroom

To raise awareness about Explorium and to seek its consideration as part of future decision-making on the delivery of a national science centre.