Martina O'Connor
My core principles are that we need to protect the earth and its biodiversity and to foster equality within both our communities and environment
I am passionate about equality for all living things and being a political voice for minorities. My policy areas of interest are housing and biodiversity. I have served as Deputy Mayor of Galway, as the chair of the Climate Change, Environment, Recreation and Amenity SPC in Galway and sat on the Local Traveller Accommodation Consultative Committee.
Supporting housing needs of travellers.
Green spaces.
Fostering biodiversity – particularly in urban areas.
Promoting women in politics.
Experience
I have a background in nursing for 30 years and I feel as though our health is tied into our environment and this belief is what kicked off my interest in the Green Party. I was a La Leche League Leader providing breastfeeding support within my community for 18 years, which brought me into contact with many families and taught me the skills I use today as an elected representative to communicate with my constituents and really listen to what the issues are. I have come from a working-class background and I see health, education, and housing as ways to improve one’s quality of life and I hope to use my position to help others do just that.
