National Committee
The European Youth Parliament Ireland is run by a National Committee (NC), which is elected on a yearly basis at our AGM in April. The NC has a meeting every two weeks and is comprised of 8 members, each of whom have a different role to carry out.
Additionally, there is a sub-committee consisting of the head organisers of each of our conferences, a media sub-committee to assist with the media output and an events sub-committee to assist with running events for our members over the year. |
President | Luke Bishop
The President organises, chairs and records the minutes of our meetings, helping to set a direction for the organisation as a whole. They also represent EYP Ireland at meetings with EYP international.
Vice President | Joe Bosonnet
The Vice President is responsible for the administrative tasks for the national committees such as the recording of meetings and detailing the work of the President of the National Committee while also promoting opportunities to the members base.
Treasurer | Stephanie Keane
The Treasurer is in charge of all things financial. They draw up our accounts at the start of each year, budgeting and divvying up our funds between our numerous events and ensuring that we have enough funding and sponsorship to continue our activities.
Human Resources Officer | Zak Aboukrhes
Our Human Resources officer keeps all of EYP Ireland’s members, or alumni, informed on the activities of the organisation as well as inviting them along with international alumni to participate as officials at our sessions. They organise our annual training weekend as well as social events throughout the year to keep us all in contact.
Fundraising and Outreach Officer (FOO) | Ciarán Meers
The FOO maintains the external image of the organisation, and deals with any matters concerning the press and media. They are also in charge of developing and implementing the organisation's fundraising strategy.
Public Relations and Webmaster |
The Public Relations and Webmaster updates our online presence through our website and social media, and creates updated materials to advertise the organisation. They are also responsible for the logos and visual materials at our sessions.
International Officer | Joshua FitzGerald
The International Officer represents EYP Ireland at the Board of National Committees, which is in charge of policy and recommendations for the entire network. They are our voice for international issues, and liaise with officials from outside of Ireland at our events.
Social and Events Officer | Teni Shittu
The Social and Events Officer organises the informal events run by EYP Ireland. They liaise between external organisations and EYP Ireland.
Head Organiser Sub-Committee
Our Head Organisers are in charged of organising their respective sessions. They lead a team of organisers who are responsible for securing venues, accommodation and the various other aspects that lead to a smooth running session.
Our Head Organisers for the upcoming sessions of EYP Ireland are as follows:
Our Head Organisers for the upcoming sessions of EYP Ireland are as follows:
Dublin Regional Conference Head Organisers
Liam Downes and Holly Leech
Liam Downes and Holly Leech
Connacht-Ulster Regional Conference Head Organisers
Caragh Rooney and Gráinne Condron
Caragh Rooney and Gráinne Condron
Leinster Regional Conference Head Organiser
Emma Gorey
Emma Gorey
Munster Regional Conference Head Organisers
Sean Burke O'Donoghue
Sean Burke O'Donoghue
National Conference Head Organisers
Katie Kiely and Gabriele Rimkute
Katie Kiely and Gabriele Rimkute