Jen Cummins

Meet Jen

I’m Jen Cummins, the Social Democrats General Election candidate for Dublin South-Central and Councillor for Dublin South West Inner City.

I have lived in the Liberties for over 20 years with my husband and four children. My parents come from Clogher Road and McMahon Street. I cherish our community deeply and feel privileged to represent it on Dublin City Council.

I am passionate about education and I have spent much of my life fighting for an education system that is inclusive and accessible to children and young people, and appropriate to their needs.

Education has been the focus of my life’s work. Prior to my current role, I worked as a youth worker and in youth arts. I have long been involved in supporting students through my role as Coordinator of the Ballymun Anseo School Completion Programme, where I work with eight DEIS schools to help students reach their full potential. Recently, I completed my doctorate in education, further deepening my commitment to transforming the education system for the better.

My mission is to make Dublin South-Central a better, fairer place to live. I am committed to bringing about positive and lasting change for our community and our country. I believe my party, the Social Democrats, have the policies, people, and passion required to make a positive and lasting impact on our community and our country.

Jen’s Priorities

• Transform our housing system to deliver high quality housing at an affordable cost to renters and to people buying their own home.
• Fully implement Sláintecare, so that healthcare is accessible and free at the point of access, not dependent on your ability to pay.
• Resource schools to ensure no child is left behind and children with additional needs have the school places and supports they need.
• Deliver disability services so families do not have to battle for basic services, like an assessment of need, essential therapies, or a school place.
• Future-proof the city by providing proper flood protection, creating more green spaces, and committing to transformative climate policies.
• Invest in better community facilities including sports facilities, youth services and decent playgrounds.