This appointment follows a recruitment process led by CCI Executive Search in partnership with Age Action’s Board.

Karen brings extensive leadership and management experience across the public, voluntary and community sectors. She joins Age Action from the All Ireland Institute of Hospice and Palliative Care (AIIHPC), where she served as Chief Executive Officer, leading a collaboration of 27 member organisations across the island of Ireland, including universities, hospices, health and social care organisations and charities.

During her time at AIIHPC, Karen led the development and delivery of the Institute’s strategic priorities across policy, research, education, practice and public awareness, ensuring meaningful engagement with people with lived experience. Previously, as Programme Manager, she led the development of the Palliative Hub, an online information and resource portal, and supported the Institute’s education programme.

Karen is passionate about tackling inequality, strengthening services and ensuring that people’s voices and experiences inform policy and practice. In her new role, she will work with Age Action’s Board, colleagues and stakeholders to improve the lives of older people and promote positive ageing across Ireland.

Speaking about her appointment, Karen said:

“I am delighted to join Age Action as Chief Executive at such an important time for the organisation and for older people across Ireland. I am very much looking forward to working with the Board, colleagues, key stakeholders and supporters to build on Age Action’s strong foundations and deliver its mission to improve the lives of older people and create a society where everyone can age with dignity, equality and respect.”

We congratulate Karen on her appointment and wish her and everyone at Age Action every success in this next chapter.

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